Comparing both Open and Closed Techniques in Rhinoplasty

Abstract

Rhinoplasty is a surgical technique used to restore and modify nasal tissues for both functional and aesthetic reasons. There are two primary methods for doing a rhinoplasty: open and closed. While both methods change the bone and cartilage, there are variations in the ways that the nasal components are reached. Both open and closed rhinoplasty have changed significantly over the past 20 years due to the introduction of various cartilage transplants, sutures, and improvements in surgical technology. Rhinoplasty is a very difficult procedure that calls for a high level of expertise and training from physicians. Because of the lifelong learning curve, the surgeon's skill set—rather than their technique—determines the best possible patient outcomes.