With over 350,000 procedures yearly, rhinoplasty, or nose reshaping, is the second most popular cosmetic procedure in the U.S. But the nose is a defining facial characteristic that differs significantly between people of different ethnicities and backgrounds. As such, surgeons performing rhinoplasties for patients from different backgrounds must be aware of and experienced in manipulating the physical nuances that give rise to different noses.
In this article, expert plastic surgeon Dr. Jose Barrera discusses what an ethnic rhinoplasty is and how it differs from the original rhinoplasty procedure.
What Is an Ethnic Rhinoplasty?
An ethnic rhinoplasty is a nose reshaping procedure that focuses on changing the appearance of the patients’ nose while retaining their cultural identity.
The surgical procedure is similar to that of a traditional rhinoplasty, just with slightly different objectives for the final outcome.
How Does an Ethnic Rhinoplasty Differ from a Rhinoplasty?
In the early days of rhinoplasty, the goal was a very European nose – often referred to as a “roman nose,” with a narrow bridge and slightly longer than other ethnic groups.
While the goal for many rhinoplasties today is similar, many patients want to eliminate a dorsal hump or reduce the tips of their nose while maintaining their ethnic facial characteristics. An ethnic nose job aims to preserve the diversity of nasal shapes while refining the appearance.
Common benefits after ethnic rhinoplasty include:
- Nasal hump or bump removal
- Tip refinement
- Repair of damage from past nasal trauma or traumatic injury
- Improvement to breathing
- Enhancement to ethnic features and appearance
- Improvement to facial symmetry and balance
- Repair of structural defects or nasal deficiencies
For many patients, a rhinoplasty is a form and function procedure where improving the nose’s appearance and functionality are objectives. Dr. Barrera always emphasizes aesthetic results while reconstructing and maintaining the airway, providing optimal outcomes for both appearance and function.
Candidates for Ethnic Rhinoplasty
Are you looking to refine the appearance of your nose while honoring your heritage and preserving your unique look? In general, good candidates for ethnic rhinoplasty should:
- Be non-smokers
- Live a healthy lifestyle
- Have completed facial growth
- Have realistic expectations
- Understand the risks of a surgical procedure
With experience working with patients from many cultural backgrounds from around the world, Dr. Barrera specializes in:
- Hispanic rhinoplasty
- African rhinoplasty
- Middle Eastern rhinoplasty
- Asian rhinoplasty
Ethnic Rhinoplasty in San Antonio, TX
If you or a loved one is considering an ethnic rhinoplasty, then having a non-committal discussion with a compassionate industry expert, such as Dr. Jose Barrera, is the best thing you can do.
Dr. Barrera prides himself on his patient satisfaction and the personalized, caring approach he takes to dealing with each and every patient on their own unique individual basis.
Simply call (210) 468-5426 or fill out Dr. Barreras’ online form to discuss how we can improve your life today.
