The aging nose: characteristics and correction.

The effects of aging are particularly manifested in the face. The vertical dimension of the lower third of the face decreases but the same dimension increases in the nose. The chin moves up; the nose droops down. In order to restore normal nasal physiologic function in persons who present with this type of nose, correction of the cartilaginous and occasionally the bony external nose is necessary. This produces an improved physiologic and cosmetic result.