Ethnic Rhinoplasty Research Articles

Considerations in ethnic rhinoplasty.

Although it is difficult to define specific ethnic groups as they are multiracial mixtures determined by historical, geographical, and cultural factors, we can define basically five non-Caucasian groups that commonly request rhinoplasty. The specific anatomy, surgical options, implant material, grafts, and possible complications are discussed. The importance of blending the "new" nose with the ethnic features to achieve harmony in the facial aesthetic components is emphasized.

Nasal dorsal augmentation with silicone implants.

Silicone rubber has been used safely and effectively for facial augmentation for nearly 5 decades in eastern Asia. We have used silicone rubber nasal implants in primary ethnic rhinoplasty and have found consistent and long-lasting results with low complication rates. Silicone dorsal nasal augmentation in primary rhinoplasty avoids donor site morbidity and implant resorption as seen with autogenous implants. Silicone nasal implants have a low extrusion and infection rate. In the appropriate patient with proper placement, silicone nasal implant is nearly the ideal implant material.

Ethnic Rhinoplasty.

Ethnic Rhinoplasty.