Asian Rhinoplasty

Asian-American rhinoplasty.

BACKGROUND Although a number of studies have discussed rhinoplasty of the Asian nose, few have focused specifically on the Asian-American nose, which incorporates characteristics from various Asian nationalities and/or ethnic groups. OBJECTIVE The authors propose a classification system for aesthetic correction of the Asian-American nose and outline surgical techniques with general applicatio...

Taping after Rhinoplasty for Asian Noses

Current Update in Asian Rhinoplasty

SUMMARY There has been a tremendous growth of cosmetic surgery among Asians worldwide. Rhinoplasty is second only to blepharoplasty in terms of popularity among Asians regarding cosmetic surgical procedures. Most Asians seek to improve their appearance while maintaining the essential features of their ethnicity. There are considerable ethnic nasal and facial variations in this population alone....

Taping after Rhinoplasty for Asian Noses

Taping is considered the main support for newly modified structures of nose after rhinoplasty, long after other splints like thermoplastic or plaster casts have been removed a few days post op. Usually the patient is instructed to personally change the tapes after the first few sessions of being visited by the rhinosurgeon. Taping can potentially be harmful if applied and removed improperly. Ex...

Effective Septal Extension Graft for Asian Rhinoplasty

BACKGROUND This study aimed at overcoming the disadvantages of septal extension grafts and keeping the nasal tip as natural as possible by using different forms of the graft and additional supporting methods depending on the case. METHODS Among 458 patients who received a septal extension graft from March 2008 to September 2011, 107 patients were selected who underwent at least a 6-month foll...