Addressing the Upper Third of the Nose in Endonasal Rhinoplasty

Abstract

Effective management of the upper nasal vault is based on a thorough preoperative analysis and detailed understanding of the requisite principles and techniques utilized to modify the anatomic structures in this region. The surgeon must equally consider form and function when performing manipulation of the upper nasal vault. Special considerations apply when managing this anatomic region via an endonasal or closed approach. A review of this topic is presented with a focus on techniques as they apply to the endonasal rhinoplasty patient.

Keywords

rhinoplasty - endonasal rhinoplasty - osteotomy - preservation rhinoplasty

Publication History

Article published online:
09 September 2021

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