How is rhinoplasty different in men than in women?

Question:
How is rhinoplasty different in men than in women?

Answer:
The actual rhinoplasty procedure is really no different in men and women, however, the esthetic goal that I try to achieve in men is slightly different than in women.  In men, I like to leave a strong and full nasal bridge and do not try to over define the nasal tip.  In women, I try to achieve a "feminine tip" by providing more definition and curvature to the tip, not flipping it up.  I will also leave the bridge a little softer without a ski slope appearance but, a subtle curve until the nasal tip.  The skin of men and women also tend to differ in thickness so, in rhinoplasty, this has to be taken into consideration.

Posted by Dr. Philip Schoenfeld