03 Jan Rhinoplasty: Choosing the Right Shape for the New You
Your nose is one of the most definitive parts of your face, and its size is one of the first things people notice. Now that the new year is here you have considered taking the next step in altering your appearance, because the shape of your nose continues to make you feel self-conscious. There are plenty of options to consider during rhinoplasty, and Los Angeles rhinoplasty surgeon Dr. Grigoryants is available to show you the best shape for your nose.
Rhinoplasty is mostly an elective procedure that reshapes the nose for aesthetic purposes, but it is sometimes necessary to resolve functional issues that have been caused by injury of deformity. Being unhappy with the nose shape you were born with is a common feeling among many candidates considering rhinoplasty, so a consultation with your plastic surgeon will help you determine a shape that refines facial harmony.
The alterations made to a patient’s nasal structure considers all the components that make up the person’s nose. This includes:
- Nostrils
- Bridge
- Septum
- Nasal Bone
- Cartilage
- Tip
Depending on the patient’s goals and agreement with their surgeon all of these areas can be addressed during procedure. Results of nasal surgery are never hurried or drastic, which is why a skilled plastic surgeon attempts to bring out near perfect harmony and balance with their patient’s facial features.
Determining Shape
During consultation is the best time to discuss the desired shape of the nose. Cosmetic surgeons agree that people should always strive for a look that is natural, so a female may consider more feminine results that include straight nasal bridge, slight lift and a nose that is not too long or pointed.
Many nose surgery candidates also consider the results of friends or celebrities who had a nose job. A plastic surgeon will remind their patients that a copycat or imitation nose surgery is not the best decision. Attempting to capture someone else’s look may appear artificial or out of balance with genetic makeup. However, this gives the surgeon an idea about how to achieve the shape for you, and the doctor can communicate the features that are achievable.
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, a nose surgery candidate can expect to discuss their expectations and desired results from rhinoplasty during consultation. With respect to their patients’ desires, the plastic surgeon will determine the procedure’s reshaping of the nose as well as likely outcomes of nose surgery.
The goal of nose reshaping surgery is to make the nose as natural as possible. Dr. Grigoryants can show you the steps he takes to define your nose shape to restore facial balance and harmony. Then you can decide how beneficial rhinoplasty can reflect your appearance for the better.