The middle nasal third is often the source of both aesthetic and functional problems with
primary rhinoplasty. Weakness of the middle nasal vault can occur from overresection of the …

Successful rhinoplasty is contingent on the appropriate evaluation of matching anatomic
deformities to surgical strategies. The surgeon must understand the structurally sensitive …

The incidence of aesthetic and functional complications of rhinoplasty can be decreased by
preserving supportstructures of the nose. This is particularly important in patients at high risk …

The nose is an organ that serves many functions. These functions arc intimately involved in
an organ that occupies a very aesthetically prominent position on the face. A thorough …

BACKGROUND: Reshaping the nose can be achieved following 3 main concepts:
preservation and reshaping of normal anatomy, resection of nasal deformities …

The nasal midvault is an important consideration in rhinoplasty. This region is defined by the
attachment of the upper lateral cartilages (ULCs) to the nasal bones superiorly and the …

In primary rhinoplasty, contouring and sculpting the nasal tip may be the most challenging
and technically difficult aspects, and their outcome is dependent upon the delayed effects of …

Preservation of the middle nasal vault has increasingly become a topic of interest and
concern in rhinoplasty. Modification of the nasal dorsum with traditional techniques may …

The internal nasal valve (INV) refers to the slit-like region between the caudal end of the
upper lateral cartilage (ULC) and the nasal septum. It is the narrowest portion and primary …

A notch commonly appears at the midpoint of the nasal dorsum when the bridge has been
resected beyond the ability of the soft tissues to contract. This notch, commonly seen in …