Rhinoplasty in Middle Eastern Patients

Clin Plast Surg. 2016 Jan;43(1):281-94. doi: 10.1016/j.cps.2015.09.020.

Abstract

Rhinoplasty in patients of Middle Eastern origin requires complete understanding of nasal morphology and an individualized approach to create a racially congruent and aesthetically pleasing outcome. In this article, common anatomic features and characteristics and detailed steps, surgical techniques, and operative maneuvers that can lead to predictable outcome in rhinoplasty of Middle Eastern patients are discussed.

Keywords: Ethnic rhinoplasty; Middle Eastern rhinoplasty; Nasal tip contouring; Rhinoplasty.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cartilage / transplantation
  • Humans
  • Middle East / ethnology
  • Prostheses and Implants
  • Rhinoplasty / methods*