Does Your Nose Grow As You Age?
Experts confirm that the nose does not grow during the adult years, but facial changes mean that the appearance of the nose can indeed change. Dr. Melissa Doft, a board-certified plastic surgeon in New York City, explains that the lower portion of the nose is formed from cartilage and skin, which contain elastin and collagen. As we age and collagen and elastin begin to break down, the nose’s appearance can change.