Septoplasty and turbinoplasty are two common types of surgery performed on the nose. These surgeries focus on the function rather than the cosmetic appearance of the nose for most patients, although they can sometimes address cosmetic issues. As the names suggest, septoplasty focuses on the septum, while turbinoplasty deals with the nasal turbinates.
If you have breathing issues, it may be helpful to look into these procedures with the advice of a surgeon. To get personalised guidance beyond your own research, consider having an obligation-free consultation with Dr Jeremy Hunt. Dr Hunt has performed many nose procedures throughout his surgical career and takes care to support his patients through the process.
In this article, we will explore the differences between septoplasty and turbinoplasty. If you wish to know whether you might be a candidate, you can book a consultation at our Sydney clinic.
What is Septoplasty?
A septoplasty aims to correct and straighten a deviated septum. The septum is the structure in your nose that separates the left and right nostrils, and in some people, the septum may be crooked or uneven.
A deviated septum could be a result of trauma or genetics, and it may affect one’s breathing. In some cases, this issue could also have cosmetic impacts. For example, a deviated septum could cause the nose to appear crooked on the outside too. Septoplasty is a surgery that tries to correct this deviation, which can help address issues of both function and aesthetics.
What is Turbinoplasty?
Turbinoplasty deals with internal structures of the nose called turbinates. The turbinates perform many functions, such as filtering dust and humidifying the air as it passes through the nose. In some people, these structures can become enlarged and impair a person’s breathing, which can lead to issues such as snoring and sleep apnoea.
The turbinoplasty procedure can address these problems. It typically involves moving the bone that is causing the airway obstruction in order to allow greater airflow. This procedure, however, is not to be confused with a similar procedure called turbinectomy, which involves the removal of tissue in the nose. In comparison, turbinoplasty is considered less invasive because it only involves the adjustment rather than removal of tissue.
Potential Candidates
Both types of surgery are designed to improve airflow through the nasal passages, making it easier to breathe. The only real way to know whether one of these procedures (and which one) is appropriate for you is to get professional medical advice.
When figuring out if you’re a suitable candidate, we will need to know some things about your medical history and the concerns you have about your nose. Let us know if you have been having breathing difficulties and what expectations you have about surgery. Generally, we might consider you a suitable candidate if you:
Have nasal obstruction
Have problems with snoring or sleep apnoea
Suffer nose bleeds or frequent allergies
Have a congested nose
Have an uneven or crooked nose
Understand the risks and recovery
Have realistic expectations
Things to Consider
Getting surgery is no small thing, and the decision requires a great deal and preparation. This includes researching your desired procedure, consulting with a surgeon, and making sure that you have the required support and aftercare.
When thinking about getting surgery, you will need to consider all that it entails, including the risks and what’s required during recovery. All surgeries come with the risk of something going wrong, such as infection, excessive bleeding, scarring, and unwanted results. You’ll also need to be prepared for some discomfort in the days and weeks following your procedure, as your nose will need time to heal. You will have some swelling and possible bruising, and you might be prescribed pain medication. Additionally, it’s important to have someone helping you around the house so that you’re able to take adequate rest.
Another thing to consider is the experience of the surgeon you choose. The choice of surgeon is important to the safety and overall success of your procedure, which means you should investigate their qualifications and skills. A good surgeon shouldn’t have a problem with answering all of your questions about their certifications and experience.
Septoplasty Turbinate Reduction in Sydney with Dr Jeremy Hunt
When it comes to septoplasty or turbinoplasty, it is crucial to seek a qualified surgeon.
Dr Hunt, Sydney Plastic Surgeon, is not only qualified and experienced in performing septoplasty and turbinoplasty, but takes the time with each patient to ensure they are comfortable and understand what the procedure entails. If you have any questions about what these procedures involve, or whether you might benefit, you are welcome to book a consultation with Dr Hunt.
Get in touch with our team to learn more about these procedures.
A nose bridge rhinoplasty is a nose job that targets cosmetic concerns in the bridge (dorsum) of the nose. Altering the shape of the nasal bridge by surgery can address the entire appearance of the nose.
The nose bridge may be low and flat (saddle nose deformity), high, or wide. Other nasal bridge cosmetic concerns include a dorsal nose hump, a pinched nose, and a crooked nose bridge.
A rhinoplasty can be performed to repair the shape of the bridge of the nose and change its size. During a bridge nose job, Dr Hunt can elevate your nose bridge, rebuild it, alter the shape, or reduce its size. He can also remove a dorsal hump and straighten a crooked nose.
Dr Jeremy Hunt is an experienced Specialist plastic surgeon performing nose procedures in Australia.
What Is Nose Bridge Rhinoplasty?
The nasal bridge is the part of the nose extending from between your eyes downward to the middle of the nose. It’s the hard part of your nose, containing mainly bone at its core.
A nose bridge surgery, sometimes known as dorsum rhinoplasty, is a regular rhinoplasty that focuses on altering the shape of the nasal bridge. It involves carefully sculpting the nose bridge to make your nose look bigger, smaller, thinner, or wider.
The bridge of your nose is made up of bones and cartilage. During a bridge rhinoplasty, Dr Jeremy Hunt skilfully manipulates the bone and cartilage of your nose dorsum to adjust its height and width and give you a smooth nasal profile.
Nasal Bridge Concerns Addressed With Nose Bridge Surgery
There are many types of nose bridges– the flat, the wide, the narrow, the high, the low, and the crooked.
1. Low/flat nasal bridge
A low nose, or a saddle nose, lacks height because the nose dorsum doesn’t have enough cartilage or bones. A saddle nose deformity may be the result of:
A previous botched nose job
An accident
Trauma to the face
Congenital (you’re born with it)
When the nose bridge lacks height, the nose’s profile will look low and depressed. When viewed from the front, the nose will appear wide, flat, and undefined because there isn’t enough bone and cartilage to support it.
A dorsum rhinoplasty can add to the nose bridge instead of removing it in order to:
Raise the nose bridge
Improve the height of the nose
Restore the face’s harmony
Dr Hunt uses autologous cartilage grafts, harvested from the ears or ribs, to elevate the nasal bridge and add structure to the nose. For this type of nose dorsum surgery, grafts are often harvested from the ribs because they are firm so they can properly support the nose.
2. High nasal bridge
The outcomes shown are only relevant for this patient and do not necessarily reflect the results other patients may experience, as results may vary due to many factors including the individual’s genetics, diet and exercise.
Patient Case: High nasal dorsum – lowering of the radix or root of the nose results in a nose better balanced with the face
Conversely, a high or prominent nose bridge has extra bone or cartilage and projects too much from the face.
When viewed from the side profile, the nose looks like it’s sticking out too much from your face. When viewed from the front, a nose with a high bridge may look big for your face and can make your eyes appear narrow.
During a bridge rhinoplasty, Dr Hunt makes small precise fractures in the nose bridge to remove extra bones. He then shaves down the nose’s bone and cartilage to reduce your nose bridge and alter the shape of your nose. This can be combined with a nose bump removal as well.
As a result, your nose will become smaller, closer to your face, and more proportional to your eyes and lips.
3. Nose bridge bump/hump
The outcomes shown are only relevant for this patient and do not necessarily reflect the results other patients may experience, as results may vary due to many factors including the individual’s genetics, diet and exercise.
Patient Case: Dorsal Hump reduction – reduction in the dorsal hump removes the bump off the nose
One of the most common nose shape concerns addressed by rhinoplasty is a dorsal hump or bump. A nose hump is made up of bone and cartilage that are irregularly gathered in one spot on the nose bridge.
A hump on the nasal bridge can be the result:
Genetics
Trauma to the nose
A weak nasal tip that droops down making the nose bump more obvious
The dorsal nasal hump curves outward making your nose’s profile look jagged and your nasal contour appear inconsistent. Nose hump reduction can be done during rhinoplasty to provide a more aesthetically appealing nasal profile.
During dorsal hump removal surgery, Dr Hunt will carefully remove the extra bone and cartilage to even out the surface of the bridge of your nose. The results of this surgery are permanent – once your nose bridge bump is removed, you don’t have to worry about it coming back.
Additionally, cartilage grafts harvested from the nasal septum or ears can be used to add support to the nose tip and reduce the appearance of the dorsal bump.
4. Broad nasal bridge
When the upper bones of the nose are too wide, the nose bridge will look too broad. A broad nose bridge may be the result of:
Genetics (wide noses are more common among certain ethnic groups)
A botched nose job
An accident
When the nasal bridge is wide, your nose will appear big for your face and your eyes can look smaller than they are.
A wide rhinoplasty can be performed to narrow the nasal bridge and address a broad nose. This type of rhinoplasty requires a change in the bone structure at the top of the nose. Dr Hunt will break the upper nasal bones into smaller pieces and then move them around to make your nose look thinner and narrower.
In addition to that, he can get rid of your nose bump during the same surgery to flatten the surface of your nose bridge and create a straighter nose.
5. Narrow nose bridge
A narrow nasal bridge can make the nose look pinched and may compromise your breathing. A pinched nose appearance is usually the result of a botched reduction rhinoplasty or genetics.
A nose that’s narrow can make your entire face look wider than it really is and your eyes appear too far apart.
During your rhinoplasty, Dr Hunt can strengthen and alter the shape of your nose bridge. To do that, he uses cartilage grafts to expand your nasal airways, widen your nasal bridge, and provide it with strength and support.
Consequently, your nose will look more balanced from top to bottom and more in proportion with the size of your face.
6. Crooked nose bridge
A crooked nose bridge looks tilted more to the left or the right when you look at it from the front. The severity of crooked noses can vary from only barely noticeable to dramatically obvious.
The bridge of the nose may become crooked because of:
Genetics (especially if crooked noses run in your family)
A traumatic nose injury (a broken bone didn’t heal properly)
A birth defect or a tumour (this is less common)
A crooked nose bridge makes the nose look uneven and disrupts the entire symmetry of the face. If your nose doesn’t follow a straight line in the centre of your face, all your other facial features may look off balance.
Luckily, Dr Hunt can alter the shape of your bridge’s bone and cartilage to straighten your nose and correct its crooked look.
Your nasal bones will be repositioned into a straighter and more symmetric position. Also, cartilage grafts from the nasal septum can be used to splint and straighten a crooked nose bridge.
Furthermore, Dr Hunt can adjust your nasal septum and remove any excess tissue to improve the airflow into your nose.
Rhinoplasty to alter the shape of the nose bridge can change the appearance of your nasal bridge and improve your breathing.
Can a Bridge Nose Job Be Combined With Other Procedures?
Moreover, your rhinoplasty can be combined with other cosmetic surgeries. Injectable dermal fillers, a chin augmentation (genioplasty), or a cheek lift can all be performed at the same time with your rhinoplasty.
Recovery After Nasal Bridge Surgery
Any type of rhinoplasty will require some downtime for healing and recovery. Patients can usually go back to work and other routine activities around 10 days following their nose job.
Two weeks after your nose bridge rhinoplasty, swelling and bruising will begin to fade away. Within three months, most of it will have resolved and you’ll begin to see the results of your rhinoplasty surgery.
However, you’ll have to be patient to see your final results. Healing from your bridge rhinoplasty can take up to a year. As long as you stick to your surgeon’s post-op care instructions and take proper care of your nose, your recovery will go smoothly.
Keep in mind that the recovery period following a nose surgery is different for every patient. It will depend on the extent of the work that was done on the nose, whether the patients have wound healing issues and their overall health.
FAQs about Nose Bridge Rhinoplasty
Can you straighten the nose bridge without surgery?
In some cases when the nose bridge is only slightly tilted, dermal fillers can be used to mildly alter the shape of the nose without the need for surgery. Nevertheless, this type of “liquid rhinoplasty” gives only temporary results and you’ll need repeated injections. Furthermore, a severely crooked nose bridge cannot be fixed with dermal fillers. The only permanent way to reshape the nose bridge is by rhinoplasty surgery.
Can you get a rhinoplasty to straighten your nose?
Rhinoplasty can alter the shape of the nose, correct a deviated septum, fix a crooked nose bridge, and improve breathing. One common reason people seek a nose job is to straighten a crooked nose. A nose surgery can alter the appearance of your nose and help to improve the overall balance of your face.
How much does it cost to straighten the nose bridge?
The cost of your nose surgery will depend on several factors including how much work your nose needs, whether you’ll need cartilage grafts, the type of anaesthesia that will be used, the equipment needed, and the facility fees. During your consultation, Dr Jeremy Hunt will be able to give you an estimate of how much you’ll need to pay for your nose bridge surgery. He will also discuss with you different financing options that can make it easier for you to cover the costs of your rhinoplasty.
He is a member of FRACS & ASPS and has over 20 years of experience providing cosmetic and plastic surgery in Sydney.
Dr Hunt’s personal, one-on-one service and attention to detail has ensured that thousands of women and men from the Sydney & Wollongong NSW area and across Australia have received high quality surgical care.
Dr Hunt’s qualifications and education
Dr Jeremy A Hunt MBBS FRACS graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine degree from Sydney University in 1990 and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgery. He completed a Fellowship at the prestigious University of Texas in the United States, where he learnt from some of the world’s very best plastic surgeons.
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Ethnic rhinoplasty is the medical term applied to a rhinoplasty when performed for non-Caucasian noses. It alters the shape of the nose without compromising its unique ethnic features and characteristics. People from different ethnic backgrounds have distinctive nose shapes that set them apart and reflect their heritage. Many ethnic noses are different – wider, flatter or shorter.. Non-Caucasian noses may also have thicker nose skin, a bulbous nose tip, and flaring nostrils.
AEthnic Rhinoplasty is similar to a traditional rhinoplasty in the sense that it aims to alter the shape of the nose and address breathing problems. However, ethnic rhinoplasty is different from a traditional nose job in that it takes into consideration the distinct ethnic features and nasal anatomical differences of people of African, Asian, Middle Eastern, Hispanic, or Indian descent.
Dr Jeremy Hunt is a specialist plastic surgeon who performs ethnic rhinoplasty in Sydney. He has spent years studying the unique features of different noses.
What is an Ethnic Nose and how is it different?
People of different ethnicities have different nose features. An ethnic nose is a nose that has unique anatomical structures different from a Caucasian nose. A person’s skin colour, hair texture, cultural expressions, and language can give away their ethnicity, but so can their nose.
Caucasians generally have tall and thin noses with:
A narrow nose bridge
A relatively high nasal bridge
A pointy nose tip
Thin nasal skin and soft tissue
Strong bone and cartilage inside the nose
On the other hand, people of non-Caucasian ethnicities may have:
A wider nose
Relatively low and flat nose bridge
Bulbous nasal tip
Thick nasal skin and soft tissue
Wide nostrils
Weak nose cartilage and bones
These ethnic nasal characteristics are also complemented by the other facial features that give you your distinctive ethnic look including your eyes, lips, cheeks, and chin. That’s why it can be very challenging to alter the spage of a non-Caucasian nose while maintaining the natural facial harmony.
When Dr Hunt performs a rhinoplasty on an ethnic nose, he always strives to achieve two goals:
Achieve the desired shape of the patient
Help to ensure sure your nose is proportionate to the rest of your ethnic facial features
The outcomes shown are only relevant for this patient and do not necessarily reflect the results other patients may experience, as results may vary due to many factors including the individual’s genetics, diet and exercise.
What Are the Features of Non-Caucasian Noses?
People descended from the same ethnic group generally share common nose features that set them apart from different ethnicities.
Patients with African noses seeking rhinoplasty usually wish to narrow the nostrils, narrow the nose bridge, and refine the tip of the nose. An ethnic African rhinoplasty aims to do that.
2. Asian Nose features
Compared with Caucasian noses, Asian noses are usually shorter, wider, and less projected. Common Asian nose features include:
Low and flat nose bridge
Wide and rounded nose tip
Thick nose skin
An abundance of soft tissue in the nose
Wide nostrils
Thin septum
Weak nose cartilage
People with Asian nose characteristics seeking a thinoplasty often want to increase the projection of the nose from the face and alter a flat appearance. Asian rhinoplasty might include cartilage grafting too.
3. Middle Eastern Nose features
A Middle Eastern nose is a common facial feature among people descending from Turkey, Lebanon, Iraq, Egypt, Qatar, and Jordan for example.
Several features make a Middle Eastern nose unique, such as:
People looking to get a rhinoplasty for a Middle Eastern nose usually wish to straighten the nose, smooth the nose bridge, and alter the projection of the nose tip.
4. Hispanic or Latino Nose features
People of Spanish or Latin American origins usually share the following special nose features:
Thick nose skin
Broad and bulbous nose tip
A dorsal hump
Wide nostrils
Drooping nasal tips
Weaker nose cartilage
Patients with Hispanic or Latino nasal cosmetic features looking to get a rhinoplasty may desire to narrow the nostrils, remove a nose hump, and refine their nose tip.
5. Indian Nose features
A typical Indian nose normally has the following cosmetic features:
High nose bridge
A broad nasal width
A nasal bump or hump
Drooping nose tip
People with Indian nose characteristics may want to improve the curvature of their nose, narrow the nose, and add definition to their nose tip.
What Is an Ethnic Rhinoplasty?
An ethnic rhinoplasty, or ethnic nose job, is a nose surgery that alters the size and shape of a nose with distinctive ethnic features. An ethnic nose surgery addresses the appearance of the nose while aiming to preserve its cultural identity. It allows people of Middle Eastern, Asian, Hispanic, African, or Indian origins to alter their nose without changing their unique ethnic look.
The outcome of the rhinoplasty needs to fit in with the rest of your facial features such as your eyes, your lips, your cheeks, and the shape of your chin.
While performing nasal surgery for people of non-Caucasian descent, Dr Jeremy Hunt focuses on:
Supporting the weak nasal structures
Fixing the shape of the nose while protecting its ethnic identity
Correcting septal deviation and breathing problems
Dr Jeremy Hunt attentively considers all the cosmetic details of your face and how they all come together. He then meticulously plans your nose job to make sure your new nose will look balanced with the rest of your face.
What Are the Different Types Of Ethnic Rhinoplasties?
There are different types of rhinoplasties that are designed to meet the aesthetic needs of people with non-Caucasian noses including:
African American rhinoplasty
Asian rhinoplasty
Middle Eastern rhinoplasty
Hispanic rhinoplasty
Indian rhinoplasty
1. African nose job or African Rhinoplasty
An African rhinoplasty is a nose surgery done to alter noses with African characteristics.
While performing rhinoplasty on an African nose, Dr Hunt usually aims to:
Increase the height of a flat nose
Alter the projection of the nose
Make the nostrils narrower
Sculpt the nose tip
2. Asian nose job or Asian Rhinoplasty
Asian rhinoplasty is performed according to the distinct anatomy of Asian noses.
During an Asian nose reshaping surgery, Dr Hunt will work on:
Increasing the projection of the nose bridge
Narrowing the nose
Correcting nostril flaring
Supporting the nasal structures with cartilage grafts
3. Middle Eastern nose job or Middle Eastern Rhinoplasty
A Middle Eastern ethnic rhinoplasty is designed for patients of Lebanese, Middle Eastern, or Oriental descent. During a Middle Eastern ethnic nose job, Dr. Hunt can help:
Flatten a dorsal hump
Straighten the nose
Lift the nose tip upwards
4. Hispanic nose job or Hispanic Rhinoplasty
Hispanic rhinoplasty is a nasal surgery performed for patients of Hispanic origins.
During Hispanic nose surgery, Dr Hunt uses special surgical techniques that allow him to:
Remove a nasal hump
Raise the nasal tip
Add height to the nose bridge
Narrow the bulbous nose tip
After a Hispanic rhino, patients can enjoy a smoother nose shape with a more refined nose tip.
5. Indian nose job or Indian Rhinoplasty
Indian rhinoplasty is another type of ethnic nose surgery that specifically alter the shape of noses with typical Indian characteristics.
Dr Hunt customises an Indian nose surgery to:
Correct a nose hump
Fix a droopy nasal tip
Narrow the nose
In every type of ethnic nose surgery, Dr Jeremy Hunt uses unique surgical approaches that will suit your distinctive ethnic nasal features.
Ethnic Nose Job Recovery
After any type of nose surgery, you can expect some discomfort, bruising, and swelling. With that said, each nose job is different and each nose heals in its own time.
Whether your plastic surgeon used a closed or open approach
Your body’s healing abilities
However, recovery from an ethnic rhinoplasty usually takes around 10 days, by that time you’ll probably be able to return to work, light exercising, and other regular activities. Your bruising and swelling will go down gradually over the first few months following your ethnic rhinoplasty. Three to six months after your rhinoplasty, your nose will remarkably improve and you can start noticing the final results.
The results of your surgery will improve over the first year following your nose surgery. In 12 months, you’ll be able to enjoy the final results of your nose job.
How Much Is an Ethnic Rhinoplasty?
After your consultation with Dr Hunt, you will get a precise quote for your ethnic rhinoplasty. The cost for your ethnic rhinoplasty will be determined by the amount of work desired, the surgical approach used, the medical equipment needed, the type of anaesthesia, and the hospital location where the surgery is performed.
Dr Hunt will perform the nose procedure to meet your unique aesthetic needs and expectations. After that, he will give you an estimate of how much your ethnic rhinoplasty will cost.
People with medical problems related to the nose that require corrective surgery, such as a deviated septum or nasal obstruction, may be eligible for a Medicare rebate.
How is ethnic rhinoplasty different from traditional rhinoplasty?
All nose surgeries share the same goals: alter the appearance of the nose, and make the nose function better. An ethnic nose job is the same as a regular rhinoplasty; it alters the shape of the nose and fixes any nasal obstruction or breathing problems. The difference is that a rhinoplasty done on an ethnic nose emphasises the unique ethnic features of the nose and changes it in a way that keeps it in balance with the rest of the facial characteristics.
What is Ethnic Tip Rhinoplasty?
Ethnic tip rhinoplasty is a procedure done on people of non-Caucasian descent. It’s designed to make a bulbous or wide nose tip (common in Asian, African American, and Hispanic noses) smaller and more pointed.
Are there surgeries to make your nose bigger?
Plastic surgery like Nose Surgery can be performed to make a flat or short nose bigger. Ethnic nose jobs commonly include cartilage grafts harvested from the ear, septum, or ribs to add height to the nose and alter the shape of the nose tip.
Further Reading about Nose Surgery & Different Types of Rhinoplasty
Dr Jeremy Hunt is a specialist plastic surgeon and a member of FRACS & ASPS. He has over 20 years of experience providing plastic surgery in Sydney.
Dr Hunt’s personal, one-on-one service and attention to detail has ensured that thousands of women and men from the Sydney & Wollongong NSW area and across Australia have received high quality surgical care.
Dr Hunt’s qualifications and education
Dr Jeremy A Hunt MBBS FRACS graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine degree from Sydney University in 1990 and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and member of ASPS – the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons. He completed a Fellowship at the prestigious University of Texas in the United States, where he learnt from some of the world’s very best plastic surgeons.
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Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health professional.
Latest nose research indicates the most aeshtetically desired nose for every single person is different. While nose surgeons cater to common requests such as removing the hump, slimming down the bridge of the nose and lifting up the nose tip, one size doesn’t fit all when it comes to rhinoplasty.
In this article, we will consider the factors that are considered appealing when it comes to nose aesthetics. It’s important to note that since every patient has different goals, what is considered most commonly desired might not be reflective of your own aesthetic preferences.
Six Most Common Nose Shapes – Which is the most requested nose?
Research shows that there are more than 14 different types of common noses. The ones people mostly request before their rhinoplasty procedures are:
1. Celestial Nose
This shape is described as soft, refined, and narrow, turns up directly with an outward curve and has no point. If you are looking for an example, the actress Carey Mulligan has a celestial nose.
2. Snub Nose
A snub nose shape is typically small. It is also called a button nose with slight widening. The nose has a fairly small length and is upturned. Elizabeth Taylor’s nose is a classic example is a snub nose.
3. Greek Nose
It is a very rare nose shape that runs in a straight line from eyes to tip without a curve. Research suggests that only 3% of nose shapes are Greek.
4. The Duchess Nose
If you are looking for an example of the duchess’s nose, Kate Middleton’s nose is a great one. The nose has been given its name after a British duchess.
5. The Aquiline Nose
This nose is straight and gently slopes from the eye to the nostrils. Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter) nose is a classic example.
6. The Roman Nose
This nose shape has a very prominent bridge and is more hooked than curved. It has quite a bulbous tip. Actor Tom Cruise has a typical Roman nose.
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Changing Nose Shape Goals
Throughout the years, the perceptions of beauty regarding noses have changed and will continue to change. Desirable nose shapes in different parts of the world, races, ethnicities and cultures are different. This means a person’s desired nose shape might be influenced by the culture or environment in which they live.
Modern-day rhinoplasties are often aimed at making subtle changes that preserve the patient’s uniqueness, rather than trying to remove cultural associations.
What Are the Nose Characteristics to Consider Before Rhinoplasty?
When it comes to developing goals for rhinoplasty, it will help you to understand your nose structure better so that you can communicate your ideas more effectively. Let’s have a look at are few of the characteristics of noses:
1. Nose Width
Many patients seeking plastic surgery to alter the aspect of their nose are looking to narrow down the overall width of their nose.
2. Nasal Tip
Another major characteristic that people want to alter as a part of rhinoplasty is the nasal tip. Some of us are born with thick nasal skin which makes the nose appear rounder. Some people prefer a pointier nose tip.
3. Nose Lines
A hump or a bump on the nose is a point of concern for many individuals. Hence, many people desire their nose to be straighter.
4. Size of the Nostrils
The nostrils are meant to purify the air that enters your lungs. The size of the nostrils plays a very important role in the appearance of your nose. Cosmetic surgery often helps people achieve smaller and more symmetrical nostrils.
5. Angle between Lip & Tip
Another important metric is the distance between the top of your lip and the tip of the nose.This can be changed with Nose Surgery (rhinoplasty) or Upper Lip Lift (philtrum reduction) surgery.
Selecting a Nose Shape When Considering Rhinoplasty
You might have understood by now that there is no such thing as a perfect nose, and different characteristics will suit different people. A lot of surgeons will use simulation to help you visualise the results of your rhinoplasty surgery based on your requirements. While it isn’t identical to the actual results, the imaging technique can be helpful to imagine how you will look post-surgery. Let’s discuss a few points to consider:
· Upper Part of the Nose
This part is made of nasal bones. Dr Hunt typically alters the height of the nose to try to match the angle between the nose and forehead. However, minimising the size of the bones excessively might lead to indentation which can create breathing issues. Hence, it is important to choose an experienced nose surgeon.
· Middle Part of the Nose
The middle section of the nose is made up of bendable soft cartilage. It essentially divides your nostrils and extends deep into the nasal cavity. A lot of patients wish to have a straighter mid part of the nose which shouldn’t be too wide or narrow. If you have a deviated septum, this part will need some additional correction. Dr Hunt will aim to eliminate the bumps and curves in this area. However, extreme caution is needed while straightening your nose otherwise it might lead to restricted breathing.
· Tip of the Nose
The tip of your nose has two C-shaped cartilages. The look of your nose or aesthetic relies on the projection of the tip and the size of the tip. In certain cases, patients don’t need any alterations to their nose tip while in others, major changes are required, depending on their goals.
· Nose Skin Quality
We all have different skin types and thicknesses. The skin on your nose acts as an envelope to the underlying structure. If you are born with thick and oily skin, it can be very difficult for a surgeon to bring about major changes. On the other hand, individuals with thinner skin can see even the smallest changes. During the nose surgery, Dr Hunt will focus on the underlying structure instead of the skin on top. However, your skin plays an important role in the final result.
· Nasal Airway
Adequate nasal breathing is crucial for your comfort and overall health. In certain cases, the blockages in airways lead are caused by curvatures in the cartilage as well as the thickening of turbine glands. It is important to choose a highly skilled and experienced nose surgeon to make the alterations. The goal is to make the required changes while ensuring your airflow isn’t restricted.
Balancing Your Nose with the Rest of Your Facial Features
You might see somebody else’s nose and say to yourself: ‘I wish I had a nose like that’. But do you really want that? We all are born with different facial features and shapes. What will suit your friend might not suit you and vice versa. What will look great on a person of Asian ethnicity will not look great on someone of European descent. Your ethnic appearance comes into play when it comes to determining the what will compliment your features.
It is important to choose a highly experienced surgeon and make sure that you talk about your hopes, goals, and expectations.
Dr Jeremy Hunt is a specialist plastic surgeon performing breast, body, face and nose surgery. He is a member of FRACS & ASPS and has over 20 years of experience providing plastic surgery in Sydney.
Careful, considerate and honest, Dr Jeremy Hunt works with you to find a solution that is suitable for your body and your lifestyle. Every patient is unique and requires a personalised approach to reach their goals.
Dr Hunt has provided his one-on-one service and attention to detail to thousands of women and men from the Sydney & Wollongong NSW area and across Australia.
Dr Hunt’s qualifications and education
Dr Jeremy A. Hunt MBBS FRACS graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine degree from Sydney University in 1990 and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and member of ASPS – the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons. He completed a Fellowship at the University of Texas in the United States, where he learnt from well-established and experienced plastic surgeons.
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Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health professional.
