When it comes to beauty there is no 'ideal' face.
An attractive face is one where the features are well balanced and look harmonious together.
As the nose is such a prominent feature of the face, producing a nose which compliments the overall appearance is particularly important when it comes to cosmetic surgery.
Therefore, it us essential for a rhinoplasty surgeon to understand the intrinsic differences between non-Caucasian faces, as well as meeting individual patient needs.
It should be their goal to produce a nose which suits the ethnicity of the face.
Asian Rhinoplasty Asian rhinoplasty patients typically request surgery to increase the projection of their nose.
This can be achieved by the use of implants.
Most rhinoplasty practitioners favour the use of natural tissues to lessen the risk of complications arising due to the body rejecting the implant.
The tissue is usually taken from the septum (inner nose) or the ear.
Where this is not possible, an artificial implant such as silicon can be used.
Narrowing the appearance of the nose is also common among Asian nose jobs.
African American Rhinoplasty African American patients generally have a flat dorsum which gives the noses its characteristic wide appearance with a poorly defined nasal tip.
The skin and nasal tissue in black rhinoplasty patients also has a bearing on the result of the surgery, as it is thicker than in Caucasians.
Usually surgery involves the use of an implant to elevate the dorsum and produce a more projected nose.
The surgeon will also reduce the width of the ala (sides of the nose) to give a narrower appearance.
Hispanic Rhinoplasty Dorsal humps are the most common reason for people of Hispanic descent to undergo a nose job, as the hump can give the nose a broad and drooping tip.
Therefore rhinoplasty requires the removal of the bump by the removal and sculpting of the cartilage, while narrowing and elevating the tip of the nose.
What can realistically be achieved aesthetically can be limited in particular with patients with this type of nose, as there is a risk that altering the shape of the nose too drastically will also alter the shape of the airways and lead to impaired breathing.
Mediterranean Rhinoplasty Jews and some people of Mediterranean descent (in particular Italian, Greek or Arabic) the most common reason for seeking a nose job is to correct the 'hooked' appearance caused by a dorsal hump.
As with Hispanic patients, surgery is undertaken to narrow the dorsum and raise the nasal tip.
Open surgery is usually preferable in non-Caucasian rhinoplasty as their physical characteristics can make performing a nose job more challenging.
A straightforward operation can take over twice as long in a patient with ethnic heritage.
Although different ethnic groups possess certain characteristics, each individual will also have their own features which make their surgical requirements unique.
The only sure way of knowing exactly what can be achieved and what procedure is required is by having a one to one consultation with a qualified surgeon.
Booking an initial consultation to discuss your needs is free at many clinics.