The nose is a prominent anatomical feature of our face, significantly shaping its overall appearance. It serves various functions, primarily related to respiration and olfaction. Additionally, it plays a role in phonetics by contributing to sound amplification and resonance, influencing our voice. Despite its small size, the nose carries substantial aesthetic and functional importance.
Given its crucial role, individuals often develop a complicated relationship with their nose, especially when displeased with its appearance or functionality. Rhinoplasty is one of the most sought-after surgeries, yet satisfying every patient is not always straightforward. Frequently, the patient's envisioned nose may not align with the most suitable one for them.
Let's explore key principles that a surgeon should adhere to in order to consistently achieve naturally enhanced noses.
Secrets to Achieving a Natural-looking Nose
When a patient approaches me with the intention of altering their nose's shape, and sometimes improving its function, the driving force behind this decision is often centered around the concept of beauty. However, defining "beauty" can be subjective:
For some, "beautiful" may not necessarily include the concept of naturalness.
Conversely, a beautiful nose that also exhibits natural characteristics is less debatable but may not satisfy every patient.
That being said, aspiring for a natural result is what the surgeon should advocate. The surgeon, armed with knowledge and the ability to understand and modify a nose while fully respecting its natural features, is crucial.
Therefore, perhaps the most important rule is to select a professional with a well-established experience in this specific procedure:
Such a surgeon can interpret the change desired by the patient and guide it towards a result that harmonizes perfectly with their face.
They are akin to an artist sculpting the nose.
For this process to unfold seamlessly, it's vital that the patient has a clear idea of the desired outcome and can effectively communicate it.
Similarly, the surgeon should articulate the potential actual result accurately.
An informed patient is more likely to approach the desired nose.
Canons of a Natural-looking Nose
In reality, there aren't many rules to learn and apply to achieve natural-looking noses. The reference points that a surgeon considers include:
Measurement of Individual Nose Elements:
The width of the nostrils should be similar to the width of the eyes.
The angle between the lip and the base of the tip should be between 90 and 95 degrees for men and between 100 and 105 degrees for women.
Proportions Among Elements:
Considering the length of the entire face, from the hairline to the chin, the nose should measure approximately 1/3 of this length.
When viewed from below, the nose should ideally resemble an equilateral triangle, deviating when the tip is deviated or hyper-projected (protruding significantly).
Within this triangle, the nostrils should be 2/3 of the height of the above-mentioned triangle.
Positioning of Individual Elements:
The root of the nose should align with the horizontal line connecting the eyes.
The tip should be approximately at the level of the tragus of the ear.
While these are general rules to be considered approximately, they are influenced by factors such as gender, ethnicity, and the face's own shape. Despite established reference measurements, the surgeon must adapt them to the individual face. Only a specialist who has encountered a considerable number of rhinoplasties can know and understand how to navigate these considerations effectively.
If you prefer a specialist to guide you, feel free to contact me, and we can discuss it together.
