Benjamin Swartout1, Dean M Toriumi. 1. Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois 60611, USA.
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Successful rhinoplasty requires a detailed understanding of the nasal structure needed to produce a functional and aesthetically pleasing nose. Recent advances in surgical technique have focused on cartilage repositioning and reshaping, often with the use of cartilage grafting. RECENT FINDINGS: Newer techniques for strengthening the middle vault, stabilizing the base, and modifying the lateral crura are presented, as well as the M-arch model, a modification of the tripod concept. SUMMARY: Technical advances in rhinoplasty provide numerous options for reconstruction and reshaping of the nose.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Successful rhinoplasty requires a detailed understanding of the nasal structure needed to produce a functional and aesthetically pleasing nose. Recent advances in surgical technique have focused on cartilage repositioning and reshaping, often with the use of cartilage grafting. RECENT FINDINGS: Newer techniques for strengthening the middle vault, stabilizing the base, and modifying the lateral crura are presented, as well as the M-arch model, a modification of the tripod concept. SUMMARY: Technical advances in rhinoplasty provide numerous options for reconstruction and reshaping of the nose.