The Art of Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Ethnic rhinoplasty is a phrase used to generally characterize nasal surgery performed on persons of non-Caucasian origin, typically with the intention of enhancing the look and/or function of the nose whilst keeping identifying characteristics of their background.

Since there are so many variances between various ethnic groups around the world, it is often more suitable to refer to ethnic rhinoplasty by the ethnicity of the patient. These groups are Middle Eastern, Hispanic, African-American, and Asian.

This surgical procedure is not conducted identically on all persons of the same heritage. Several anatomical traits and aesthetic demands of patients with the same ethnic origin tend to be more similar than those of patients from different ethnic groups.

If you want to have ethnic rhinoplasty, it is very important that you have realistic expectations. You probably wonder who is the best rhinoplasty doctor in Turkey. After the consultation with Assoc. Dr. Fatih Mehmet Hanege, you can clear all the question marks in your mind.

Types of Ethnic Rhinoplasty Surgeries

It is simply normal that people of all different races have a tendency to analyze their noses anytime they look in the mirror because the nose is perhaps the most visible facial feature we have.

The cartilage and bone that make up the nose's underlying structure are what support the skin on the surface of the nose. When the size and form of these features are not in harmony with one another, a nose may give the impression of being thin, large, flat, bulbous, or even lumpy.

Patients can show images of celebrities' noses and say something along the lines of, "I want my nose to look like this." However, the qualities of one person's face cannot be used to make assumptions about another person's appearance because every face is different.

Also, significant changes like that often may be costly and carry a larger risk of complications during surgery. When you want to have ethnic rhinoplasty, the following options are available to you:

1) Nasal augmentation is prevalent among people of all races. Instead of adding to or subtracting from the nose, the doctor cuts tiny adjustments to the angles and outlines of particular parts to achieve proportionate harmony. It may also be referred to as cartilage rearrangement.

Applying more distinct or softer lines at the point where the nostrils contact the bridge of the nose produces the appearance of a smaller tip.

Rotating or de-rotating the tip of the nose to lengthen or reduce its position from the lip. This can help balance a large bridge by altering the nose's apparent distance from the face.

2) Nose Reduction is the process of reducing the size of the nose by removing cartilage and bone from its underlying tissues. The objective is to bring projecting elements closer to the face's overall appearance. This is particularly prevalent among patients from the Middle East.

3) Ethnic Revisional Rhinoplasty is also one of the options, and it takes a high level of skill for the best possible outcome. Some individuals may benefit from revisional rhinoplasty to rectify or modify a previous treatment. Each treatment leads to scar tissue, which multiplies the difficulty of rhinoplasty.

4) Increasing the overall size of the nose by connecting cartilage from the septum and/or ribs of the patient to the underlying tissue in flatter sections of the nose. A thinner, more refined, and more balanced appearance is created via projection. African-American, Asian, Native American, and Hispanic patients are more likely to experience this condition.

Common Nose Characteristics and Ethnic Rhinoplasty Procedures

Inside every ethnic group, there exists a wide range of physical characteristics and face forms. Additionally, there are some frequent nose disorders or traits that prompt patients to have ethnic rhinoplasty.

  • Bulbous nose: The base of the nose is big and fleshy, exhibiting a bulbous tip.
  • Flat nose: The interior cartilage that generates the outward look of the tip is too widely separated, resulting in a broad tip.
  • Wide nose & narrow nose: The bridge of the nose is excessively wide, thin, or humped.
  • Breathing difficulties: It can be caused by structural concerns like a deviated septum and/or a drooping tip.

 

Based on their experiences, this review identifies the most reasonable issues of ethnic rhinoplasty patients. As we previously said, a plastic surgeon should provide solutions depending on your specific traits and objectives.

Facial features also bear traces of a person's cultural heritage. Ethnic rhinoplasty can meet or even exceed the patient's expectations. However, the point that many surgeons agree on is that the patients continue their lives in peace with their own bodies while providing this.

If you are considering ethnic rhinoplasty, you should meet Assoc. Dr.Fatih  Mehmet Hanege. Please contact us for more detailed information.