Hooked nose correction surgery, also known as hump nose correction surgery, is a plastic surgery procedure for the uneven shape of the nasal dorsum due to cartilage or bony protrusions, and the curved or protruding shape of the nose bridge. The main goal of this surgery is to improve the appearance of the nasal dorsum and make the nose lines smoother and more harmonious, thereby enhancing the overall three-dimensional sense and coordination of the face. In the field of medicine and cosmetic plastic surgery, the hooked nose is not only regarded as a type of nose shape that affects the appearance, but may also be accompanied by functional disorders in some individuals, such as nasal congestion, airflow restriction and other problems.
1. Definition and anatomical basis of hooked nose
A hooked nose is generally characterized by a significant bulge between the middle of the nasal dorsum and the tip of the nose, often accompanied by a drooping tip of the nose. The overall shape resembles an eagle's beak. Its cause may be congenital genetic factors, or it may result from acquired trauma, developmental abnormalities, or unbalanced bone development during adolescence. From an anatomical perspective, the structural abnormality of a hooked nose is often manifested as a bony protrusion in the middle of the nasal dorsum (overdevelopment of the connection between the nasal bone and the upper nasal cartilage), and the tip of the nose is drooping due to the elongation of the nasal septum cartilage or the downward position of the alar cartilage.
2. Indications and Preoperative Evaluation
Hooked nose correction surgery is suitable for patients with obvious protrusion in the middle of the nose bridge, drooping nose tip, and unsmooth nose dorsum line. A comprehensive evaluation must be performed before the operation, including analysis of the overall facial proportions, nose skin thickness, bone structure morphology, and cartilage support. In addition, the doctor needs to understand the patient's expectations and psychological state, clarify the achievable effects and potential risks of the operation, and avoid aesthetic differences after the operation.
Preoperative examinations usually include:
①, CT or X-ray examination of the nose to determine the location and shape of the bony protrusions;
② Nasal endoscopy to check whether there are functional disorders such as nasal septum deviation;
③. Physical examination to find out whether there are any surgical contraindications such as abnormal coagulation function, scar constitution, etc.
3. Surgical methods and technical points
Hooked nose correction surgery is usually performed under general or local anesthesia, and an open or closed approach can be selected depending on the specific situation:
1. Nasal dorsum hump removal: Use bone files or bone chisels to remove the protruding part of the middle part of the nasal dorsum. The amount of removal should be carefully controlled to avoid excessive cutting that will cause a "saddle nose" or a sunken nose.
2. Septum and tip correction surgery: If the nasal septum is too long or deviated, it needs to be partially removed or reshaped. If the tip structure is loose or drooping, tip cartilage reshaping surgery can be used to enhance the support of the tip and improve the angle and direction.
3. Nose bridge smoothing: After the bony hump is removed, lateral osteotomy is often required to close the open space of the nasal dorsum and shape a natural nasal dorsum curve.
4. Combined functional correction: For those with nasal congestion, septum correction or inferior turbinate reduction surgery can be performed simultaneously to improve nasal ventilation function.
4. Postoperative Care and Recovery Process
The postoperative recovery period is generally 7 to 14 days. During this period, local cold compresses should be strengthened, strenuous exercise should be avoided, and infection should be prevented . Swelling and bruising of the nose will occur within 12 weeks after the operation. This is a normal reaction and usually disappears gradually within a month. Patients should avoid blowing their noses forcefully, squeezing or massaging their noses to avoid affecting bone stability and soft tissue healing.
The main points of care include:
① Keep the incision clean and use antibiotics as prescribed by the doctor;
② If there is any stuffing in the nasal cavity, it should be removed by the doctor 24 to 48 hours after the operation;
③. Remove the sutures one week after surgery (open incision);
④. Avoid severe impact and wearing heavy glasses for at least three months after the operation.
5. Postoperative Effect and Risk Assessment
The ideal effect of the surgery should be a smooth nose bridge, a naturally upturned nose tip, and an overall nose shape coordinated with the face. Most patients can observe a stable shape 3 to 6 months after the operation. After the tissue swelling completely subsides, the effect tends to be natural.
However, hooked nose correction also has risks, such as:
① Excessive shaving of the nose bridge leads to collapse or asymmetry;
② Insufficient correction of the nose tip causes an uncoordinated appearance;
③Infection, scar hyperplasia or fracture displacement;
④. Some patients may experience complications such as nasal septum perforation and persistent nasal congestion.
Therefore, the surgery needs to be performed by an experienced plastic surgeon, and sufficient communication and individualized surgical plan should be designed before the operation.
6. Comprehensive consideration of psychological and aesthetic factors
Hooked nose correction is not simply about pursuing a "high nose bridge" or a "straight nose shape", but should be designed as a whole based on the patient's facial contour, gender characteristics and individual aesthetic preferences. Reasonable preoperative communication can help set correct expected goals and avoid patients becoming anxious or disappointed due to results that do not meet their psychological expectations. In addition, preoperative psychological counseling is also crucial for patients with a high tendency to appearance anxiety.
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Hooked nose correction surgery is a highly professional facial plastic surgery project. The key is to strike a balance between aesthetics and functional restoration. It is recommended to choose a regular medical institution and a qualified doctor, receive a comprehensive preoperative evaluation and scientific treatment plan, and cooperate with postoperative care and follow-up arrangements to help shorten the recovery period and improve overall satisfaction. For those considering this type of surgery, they should establish rational aesthetics and scientific expectations to achieve a safer, more natural and coordinated nose improvement effect.