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Facial Plast Surg 2018; 34(05): 443-447
DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1669989
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Widened Dorsum: Bony and Cartilaginous Contributions

Gary Linkov
1   Department of Otolaryngology, Washington University in Saint Louis School of Medicine, Saint Louis, Missouri
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Gregory Branham
2   Department of Otolaryngology-HNS, Washington University in Saint Louis School of Medicine, Facial Plastic Surgery Center, Saint Louis, Missouri
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08 October 2018 (online)

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Abstract

Creation of a pleasing dorsal nasal profile in the anterior and lateral views requires proper analysis and planning to determine the required series of steps to accomplish the desired outcome. The widened nasal dorsum is a common esthetic complaint of the patient seeking rhinoplasty. Often patients seek an unrealistic result that, if accomplished, would leave them with a restricted nasal vault and nasal airway compromise. Nasal function must be balanced with the patient and surgeon's desire to narrow the nasal dorsum. Various techniques are used to control the width of the upper third, or bony vault, and middle third, or cartilaginous vault.

Keywords

widened dorsum - bony vault - cartilaginous vault

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