AESTHETIC RHINOPLASTY

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Rhinoplasty is the most commonly performed aesthetic surgery procedure. It is universally acknowledged as the most difficult cosmetic surgery operation and requires a precise understanding of the anatomy and high surgical skill. A proper preoperative counseling is mandatory to define a clear set of aesthetic goals as some patients may want a change that cannot be achieved by surgery or that will not be harmonious with the face. It is essential to maintain a photographic record of the deformity and the result in standard views. The nasal deformity may be corrected by a ‘closed’ or an ‘open’ approach.