Non-Caucasian Rhinoplasty

Tom D. Wang

doi:10.1055/s-2003-43160

Facial Plastic Surgery, Table of Contents

Facial Plast Surg 2003; 19(3): 247-256
DOI: 10.1055/s-2003-43160

Non-Caucasian Rhinoplasty

Tom D. Wang

Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR

Abstract

ABSTRACT

Non-Caucasian patients seeking rhinoplasty often have similar goals as their Caucasian counterparts. However, surgeon sensitivity to ethnic variations and patient desires are crucial to a successful outcome. This article presents some of the commonly encountered issues seen in non-Caucasian rhinoplasty, including minimal modification, augmentation materials, and complications with infected and extruded implants.

KEYWORDS

Non-Caucasian - rhinoplasty - implant - ethnic rhinoplasty

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