- Rhinoplasty in men has some similarities and some differences than rhinoplasty in female patients
- Techniques are generally identical however, there are some anatomic differences and patient preference issues that make male rhinoplasty unique
- It is more common to have previous sports-related injuries and a curved nose from the front view in men. This is much more difficult to correct than a bump in the nose that is only visible from the side view
- A combination of spreader grafts and onlay grafts can help correct such curvatures though treatment is often partial
- Many, but not all, men have thicker skin than some female patients. This means that significant reduction in the cartilage might not have a major change in the overall shape. Sometimes building up the nose in areas creates a better result than just reducing the nose in these cases.
- understanding anatomy and expectations is key to getting a great result and happy patient
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