SAN DIEGO, Calif.–(Marketwired – Jan 07, 2016) – According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), nose reshaping, or rhinoplasty, has been the second most common cosmetic surgery procedure, behind breast augmentations, which ranked first since 2006. Although rhinoplasty isn’t as popular as it once was, down two percent since 2013, it’s still it is an important choice for men and women alike. When you choose your Plastic Surgeonsyou need to understand why it is important to have someone with experience with people of your culture.
Is bone structure different between cultures?
According to the ASPS, in 2014, the number of Asian Americans undergoing cosmetic surgery increased by nine percent. “When it comes to rhinoplasty, it’s important to understand the basic differences in bone structures between ethnicities,” says Dr. Roy David, San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon. According to Dr. David, Oriental nose shapes have different characteristics than Caucasian noses. The nasal bridge, the upper, bony part of the nose, is lower in people of Asian descent. The dorsum, which is the prominent part of the nose, can be less prominent and even curved. The tip of the nose is also different and this can be attributed to different conditions including the thickness of the skin. These physical differences make it important to find a plastic surgeon experienced in Asian bone structure.
“Skin color is another matter when you have rhinoplasty surgery. The skin tissue in a scar is white because the melanin cells no longer produce color. You want your plastic surgeon to have techniques to reduce scarring and preserve your skin color. Rhinoplasty is not a one-size-fits-all procedure, but a custom, tailored job to suit your own needs and desires,” says Dr. David.
What are your goals?
When it comes to nose reshaping, each person has a different goal, Dr. David recommends bringing pictures of nose shapes you would like your surgeon to achieve. Although at one time, it was common for people to opt for cosmetic surgery to look more like another ethnicity, in today’s culture, this is not always the case. Many people just want to change their appearance while maintaining their own ethnicity. A plastic surgeon who understands facial structure will be able to make this happen more effectively. Sometimes, the goal is to soften ethnic traits, to make them less dominant.
Different cultures have different attitudes towards plastic surgery. It may be seen as frivolous or to be ashamed of your own ethnicity, but times are changing. Your plastic surgeon should understand cultural differences in facial shapes to help you achieve your goals. Just because you want a certain type of nose, doesn’t mean it will necessarily suit your features. You need an experienced plastic surgeon with Asian features and standards.
About Dr. David
San Diego facial plastic surgeon Dr. Roy David is a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and specializes in plastic surgery exclusively on the face, nose, eyes, neck and scalp. He has been in practice in San Diego for over ten years, helping thousands of patients achieve their goals.
Dr. David is double board certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He is a scholar of American College of SurgeonsThe American Academy of Facial Plastic Surgeryand American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. David is one of a select group of plastic surgeons to complete a prestigious Fellowship in Facial Plastic Surgery under the auspices of AAFPRS.
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