ABSTRACT
The science and art of facial analysis have made giant strides in the past 50 years.
In addition to excellent technical knowledge about the anatomy of the region and the
numerous surgical options available, the rhinoplasty surgeon must demonstrate meticulous
care in the planning and execution of this difficult and demanding operation to minimize
the real risks posed to the patient and to maximize the likelihood of a successful
procedure and of obtaining the ultimate goal: the happy patient. Although imaging
and computer analysis have provided a new technological dimension to this process,
the surgeon's clinical acumen, technical prowess, and communication skills remain
paramount in their importance.
KEYWORDS
Rhinoplasty - nasal analysis - psychology - computer imaging
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Pietro PalmaM.D.
Professor, Centro Medico Ambrosiano, Via Ezio Biondi
21 - 20154 Milano, Italy
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