Nose structure is made up of the parts of the nose, both outside (the nasal bridge, nasal tip, nasal base and alae) and inside (the septum, cartilage and soft tissue), and it differs from person to person. Before open rhinoplasty, the surgeon therefore needs to assess your existing structure before planning the shape, so the nose suits your face and does not push beyond the limits of your soft tissue.<\/p>\n\n
A common problem is that people choose a nose shape from review photos, but the actual result is not the same as the example, because everyone’s nose structure is different.<\/p>\n\n
This article explains what nose anatomy is, which parts the surgeon focuses on, and the 5 key areas to assess before open rhinoplasty, to help you choose a shape that suits your face and plan your surgery with a better understanding.<\/p>\n