Abstract Injection rhinoplasty is very popular in Asian countries for its minimally invasive nature and versatility in making minor changes in the nasal contour. Hyaluronic acid can be used for dorsal augmentation and for fixing a dorsal hump, deviated nasal dorsum, asymmetrical lateral nasal wall and prominent nasal implant. Injectors must make an accurate diagnosis… [Read More]
Rhinoplasty Special Topics
Symptoms and treatment of necrosis of the nose after filler injection
Introduction Fillers are now widely used in many aspects of cosmetic surgery, including the nose and its surrounding structures. The most common sites for filler injection on the face are the nasolabial fold, nose and forehead. Whilst filler injections have been established as relatively safe, minimally invasive and effective for facial rejuvenation, nevertheless they have… [Read More]
The Belt and Suspenders approach to Open Rhinoplasty: safe techniques for surgical educators to utilize in training resident surgeons and fellows.
Joseph J Rousso, MDjrousso@nyee.eduChief, Dvision of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive SurgeryAssociate ProfessorThe New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount SinaiNew York, New York ABSTRACT Rhinoplasty is arguably the most complex technical procedure in the field of plastic surgery. On account of its unique anatomy and required technical capabilities, the open rhinoplasty surgery is a… [Read More]
Definition of “Gender Angle” in Caucasian population
Abstract Introduction The goal of this study report is to define the “gender angle”, a new angle which represent the masculine or feminine nasal shape, for performing a gender-oriented rhinoplasty. The use of the “Gender Angle” in Caucasian patients will help the plastic surgeon in the search for a suitable nose for the patient’s face… [Read More]
Rhinoplasty and Sinus Surgery
Adjunctive Cosmetic Procedures During Rhinoplasty and Sinus Surgery Daniel G. Becker, MD, FACS Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Address all correspondence to Dr. Daniel G. Becker, Dept. of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Univ. of Pennsylvania Hospital, 3400 Spruce Street, 7 Silverstein, Philadelphia PA 19104; beckermailbox@aol.com ABSTRACT: A number of… [Read More]
Chin Augmentation Surgery
ABSTRACT:With any rhinoplasty it is essential to take note of the relationship between the chin and nose. Often times chin modification can have significant results on the patients overall aesthetic facial proportions. This chapter describes chin analysis and modifications techniques, including alloplastic chin augmentation and sliding genioplasty. INTRODUCTION A comprehensive evaluation of the patient seeking… [Read More]
Psychiatric Screening of the Rhinoplasty Patient
An essential part of the initial evaluation of a potential rhinoplasty patient involves making a judgment about the patient’s motivations for seeking the procedure and about their psychological and psychiatric fitness for a cosmetic procedure.(1) There is little literature regarding psychiatric screening of rhinoplasty patients (2-4). The reported prevalence of psychiatric illness in patients seeking… [Read More]
Case Explication
Chief ComplaintNasal obstruction and nasal deformity History of Present Illness30 year old female presented to the office with complaints of long-standing right > left nasal obstruction. There were no alleviating or aggravating factors. She denied nasal trauma or a history of nasal surgery. Additionally, she had aesthetic concerns regarding her nose. She wanted reduction of… [Read More]
Cleft Lip Rhinoplasty
Introduction The secondary cleft lip nasal deformity presents an extreme challenge to the facial plastic surgeon. The deformity is complex and involves all tissue layers, including skeletal platform, inner lining, osseocartilaginous structure, and overlying skin. It is often the characteristic cleft nasal deformity that is noticeable to the observer after a well performed cleft lip… [Read More]
Alar Base Modification
INTRODUCTION / BACKGROUND The alar base plays an important role in the overall appearance and proportion of the nose. An overly wide or flared alar base will lead to a “bottom heavy” nose and disrupt the delicate balance of an otherwise properly executed rhinoplasty. Alar base refinement is often incompletely and inadequately described.1 The techniques… [Read More]