Naturalness or More Shaped Noses? New-Generation Rhinoplasty Trends

In the past, when rhinoplasty was mentioned, small, upturned and narrow noses usually came to mind. However, this template was not applicable to everyone and often led to results far from naturalness. The new-generation rhinoplasty understanding, on the other hand, moves away from the "single-type nose" perception and aims to create a design suited to the person's facial proportions and character.

In today's trends, the following factors are kept at the forefront when determining the nasal shape:

• The symmetry and proportions of the facial contours

• The skin structure and the thickness of the nasal skin

• The person's mimics and facial expressions

• Ethnic origin and genetic structure

• The preservation of nasal functions

Along with these factors, "naturalness" has become one of the most important criteria. However, this naturalness does not mean an expressionless or indistinct nose; on the contrary, it refers to an aesthetic result that adapts best to the person's face but does not stand out.

Natural rhinoplasty has become a preference that has come to the fore among both patients and surgeons in recent years. There are several basic reasons for this:

Natural nose designs provide a balanced harmony with the person's forehead, jaw and cheekbones. In this way, when viewed from the outside, the perception of an "operated nose" does not form.

Excessively lifted noses or noses with sharp contours can create an artificial appearance during facial movements such as laughing and speaking. A natural nose, on the other hand, moves in harmony with the mimics.

In naturalness-focused rhinoplasty, not only aesthetics but also functional characteristics such as breathing are taken into account. In this way, satisfying results are obtained both in terms of appearance and health.

In the field of aesthetics in İzmir, many patients, especially in recent years, turn to these kinds of natural noses that do not reveal that surgery has been done but bring a noticeable harmony to their face.

Although naturalness has come to the fore, prominent and shaped nasal profiles have not completely fallen out of favour. Some individuals, especially under the influence of social media, turn to more assertive nasal forms. In these kinds of rhinoplasties:

• The nasal bridge can be straight or slightly concave.

• The nasal tip is defined, sometimes slightly lifted.

• A clearer contour is provided in the side profile.

• The nose is made to look thinner by narrowing the nasal wings.

These preferences can be in demand especially in the younger age group and in individuals with more prominent facial contours. However, what must be paid attention to here too is that an intervention proportionate to the person's facial structure is made. Otherwise, results that harden the facial expression or make it look artificial can emerge.

Today rhinoplasty is handled not only as a "shaping" procedure but also as a facial design. In new-generation approaches, the following principles come to the fore:

Before rhinoplasty, the person's facial structure is evaluated in detail using 3D scans, facial-analysis programmes and digital simulations. In this way the appearance that will emerge after surgery is planned in advance.

While aesthetic corrections are made, breathing problems such as septum deviation and concha hypertrophy are also eliminated at the same time. In this way not only a beautiful but a healthy nose is obtained.

While in classic rhinoplasty techniques the nasal bridge is shaved, in preservation rhinoplasty the bridge is reshaped from below while preserving its natural structure. This means less trauma, less oedema and a more natural result.

Today rhinoplasty procedures are performed with techniques that avoid unnecessary tissue losses and preserve the natural nasal structure as much as possible. While the surgery time is shortened, the recovery process becomes more comfortable.

Social media platforms that keep visuality at the forefront, such as Instagram and TikTok, have become a factor that directly affects rhinoplasty demands. Filtered images, flawless nasal lines and prominent contours create in many people a dream of a more "idealised" nose. However, in individuals who come with such demands, creating realistic expectations is quite important.

Op. Dr. Ayşe Öznur Akidil, at this point, aims to reach personalised and natural but impressive results by making both aesthetic and functional evaluations.

In rhinoplasty the definition of a "beautiful nose" varies from person to person. The real aim is for the nose to be in full harmony with the face. While for some individuals more upturned and sharp contours can be impressive, for some people a simpler and more natural appearance is ideal.

Clinics in İzmir that follow current trends in aesthetic surgery applications make personalised planning in line with these approaches. Aesthetic success is possible not only with the shape of the nose but by evaluating it in an integrity with the person's entire facial expression.

Rhinoplasty now requires not only correcting flaws but also an approach that respects the individual's character and facial contours. Today naturalness and harmony with the face are more at the forefront than ever before. However, this does not mean that shaped or prominent noses are completely excluded. What matters is that the individual's expectations overlap with the facial anatomy in a balanced way and that the decision is made with specialist physician support.

If you too want your nose to become more harmonious with your face but are worried about an artificial appearance, you can obtain a natural, aesthetic and functional result with personalised rhinoplasty applications. For specialist support that combines modern techniques and an aesthetic perspective in this process, you can contact the clinic of Op. Dr. Ayşe Öznur Akidil.