Facial Plast Surg 2020; 36(05): 539-553
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1717057
Original Article

Lengthening of the Asian Nose

1   Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
,
Sandeep Uppal
2   Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
,
Dong Hak Jung
3   Shimmian Clinic, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Korea
,
Ian Chi Yuan Loh
4   Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Changi General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
› Author Affiliations

Abstract

The Asian nose has its unique morphology and forms a significant proportion of noses treated by the rhinoplasty surgeon not only in Asia but also in other countries where the Asian diaspora resides. The anatomical features and dimensions of the Asian nose differ from noses of persons of African, Caucasian, Indian, and Middle Eastern origins, poses its own challenges, and warrants a unique set of techniques for its aesthetic improvement. In this article, we present an overview of the approach to the lengthening of the Asian nose, drawing from our own experience with managing the Asian nose and referencing the published literature on the subject.



Publication History

Article published online:
24 December 2020

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