Nose shortening, typically achieved through rhinoplasty, is a surgical procedure that alters the nasal cartilage to make the nose appear smaller and shorter.
Here's a breakdown of how it works:
- Cartilage Modification: The primary method involves reshaping the cartilage in the nasal tip. This often includes rotating the tip upwards (cephalic rotation).
- Tip Definition: Surgeons may also remove or reshape cartilage on the nasal tip to improve its definition, further contributing to the perception of a shorter nose.
- Suturing Techniques: Sutures are used to hold the reshaped cartilage in its new position, maintaining the desired nasal tip projection and overall nasal length.
In essence, nose shortening aims to reduce the perceived length of the nose by:
- Adjusting the angle of the nasal tip.
- Refining the shape of the nasal tip.
- Potentially removing small amounts of cartilage.
