How to fix a bump on your nose

By Dr. Aaron Stanes

A person receives a facial assessment from another individual standing nearby. The seated person is wearing a black jacket and the standing person is gently touching their face, focusing on the nose area.

Treatment guide

Discover the vital information you MUST know about non-surgical rhinoplasty with our detailed guide written by expert cosmetic doctors.



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Bothered by that bump on your nose? Shying away from photos or cringe every time you look in a mirror? Wondering if there is any way to smooth out the bump? Breathe a sigh of relief, because there are some are surprisingly simple solutions. Of course, it’s crucial to consult a qualified healthcare professional for an assessment. The best approach depends on the specific cause and characteristics of the bump.

Step 1: Have a consultation.

Get a proper assessment of your nose to determine the cause of your bump. It’s usually the shape of the bone or cartilage, but cysts can also cause a bump on your nose.

Step 2: Consider your options.

Depending on what’s causing the bump on your nose, treatment options include:

  • Non-surgical treatments:
    • Injections of dermal fillers can smooth out the bump.
    • Steroid injections treat inflammatory scar tissue that usually results from surgery.
  • Surgical procedures:
    • Rhinoplasty: Reshaping the nose structure to address the bump.
    • Cyst excision: If a cyst is causing the bump on your nose.

Step 3: Determine your preferences.

  • Cost
  • Risk
  • Downtime
  • Results

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach. The right treatment option not only depends on the problem, but on what you are willing to do about it. Regardless of the cause or your preferences, the first step is always a proper assessment by a doctor.

Side-by-side comparison of a womans profile before and after a rhinoplasty. The left image shows a prominent nasal hump, while the right image displays a smoother, more refined nose contour. Both images focus on the face in profile view.

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