Footplate releasing technique for correcting short noses in revision and Asian rhinoplasty.

ABSTRACT:

Background

To achieve aesthetically pleasing results that are in harmony with the face, it is essential that the nose length is proportionate to facial proportions. Short and upturned noses can give the impression that the tip of the nose has been cut off when viewed from the front.

Objective

The aim of this study is to obtain a longer nose by increasing the prominence of the nasal tip through repositioning the medial and lateral crura using the Footplate Releasing Technique in patients with short noses, particularly in Asian patients.

Materials and methods

The Footplate Releasing Technique was applied to 37 revision cases and 32 primary Asian noses. The technique consists of three stages. In the first stage, the medial crus was cut from the nasal base. Then, the late

SUBMITTER: Alp A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12681859 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature