The Rhinoplasty Center: Revision Rhinoplasty

Ethnic Rhinoplasty

Question:
How do you improve broad nostrils often seen in African American noses?

Answer:
We do this through “alar base reduction.” This involves removal of soft tissue from this area, with suture re-approximation. I am careful to minimize the use of external incisions in alar base reduction.

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What is your approach to improving a typical African American nose?

How does the African American nose differ from other noses?

How does the thickness of the skin effect African American rhinoplasty?

How do you improve broad nostrils often seen in African American noses?

How do you improve the tip of a typical African American nose?

How do you improve a bulbous tip in an African American nose?

How do you improve an under-projected African American nose?

How do short nasal bones effect African American rhinoplasty?

How do you improve a wide, flat nasal appearance in an African American nose?

How do you improve a wide nostril base in the African American nose?

How do you improve large or flaring nostrils in an African American nose?

Are there limits to what can be achieved through African American rhinoplasty?

Do you often combine a chin implant with African American rhinoplasty?

Do you perform African American rhinoplasty with an open or closed approach?

I’ve heard that augmentation is common in African American rhinoplasty procedures. Is this true and, if so, what do you use to augment the nose?

Are there any risks specific to African American rhinoplasty?