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What Is Ethnic Rhinoplasty?
Ethnic rhinoplasty is a nasal surgery designed to enhance the nose’s shape, structure, and function while maintaining each patient’s features. Unlike traditional rhinoplasty, ethnic rhinoplasty prioritizes harmony and proportion while preserving cultural identity. Dr. Daraei carefully customizes each procedure to address the specific characteristics of various ethnic groups. Whether the goal is to refine the nasal bridge, adjust the tip, or improve breathing function, ethnic rhinoplasty ensures results that complement your facial structure and heritage.

Candidates for Ethnic Rhinoplasty
Candidates for ethnic rhinoplasty include individuals who want to enhance the appearance or function of their nose while maintaining their features. Common concerns that may lead a patient to seek ethnic rhinoplasty include a broad nasal bridge, a bulbous or under-projected tip, wide nostrils, or difficulty breathing due to structural concerns. Ideal candidates should have good overall health, realistic expectations, and be at least 16 years old, as nasal development should be complete before surgery. During a consultation with Dr. Daraei, patients will discuss their goals, and a customized surgical plan will be created to achieve a natural outcome.
Ethnic Rhinoplasty Procedure
Ethnic rhinoplasty is performed under general anesthesia for patient comfort and precision. Depending on the specific concerns and goals, Dr. Daraei may use an open or closed approach to access the nasal structures. Open rhinoplasty involves a small incision across the tissue between the nostrils, allowing for more extensive reshaping and structural modifications. Closed rhinoplasty involves incisions within the nostrils, resulting in no visible scarring and a slightly shorter recovery time. Cartilage grafting may be used to achieve your desired shape while maintaining structural support. This can involve harvesting cartilage from the septum, ear, or rib to refine the nasal tip, reinforce the bridge, or adjust the nostril shape. Ethnic rhinoplasty typically takes two to four hours to complete, depending on the complexity of the procedure.

Ethnic Rhinoplasty Recovery
Recovery from ethnic rhinoplasty follows a similar timeline to traditional rhinoplasty, with some considerations based on individual healing patterns and skin thickness. Patients can expect swelling, bruising, and nasal congestion in the first few weeks, with initial swelling subsiding after one to two months. Most patients can return to daily activities within 10 to 14 days, although strenuous exercise should be avoided for at least four to six weeks. Dr. Daraei provides detailed post-operative care instructions to ensure a smooth recovery and optimal results. Full results will become visible as swelling resolves, typically within one year.
Ethnic Rhinoplasty Results
Ethnic rhinoplasty offers natural-looking improvements in nasal shape and function. Whether the goal is a more defined nasal bridge, improved tip projection, or enhanced symmetry, the results of ethnic rhinoplasty are tailored to suit each patient’s features while achieving aesthetic and functional enhancement.
Schedule a Consultation
If you are considering ethnic rhinoplasty, schedule a consultation with Dr. Daraei to discuss your goals and explore personalized surgical options. Contact our office today to learn more and schedule a consultation.
Ethnic rhinoplasty is a specialized procedure designed to refine the nasal structure while maintaining the natural characteristics that define your identity. Unlike traditional rhinoplasty, which may focus on a standardized aesthetic, ethnic rhinoplasty takes a personalized approach to address concerns such as a broad nasal bridge, a bulbous tip, or wide nostrils while ensuring balance with the rest of the face.
Paul Daraei, MD
Dr. Paul Daraei is deeply committed to excellence and patient-centered care. As a Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, he specializes in all surgical and non-surgical procedures of the head and neck. Dr. Daraei completed a rigorous head and neck surgical program, followed by a fellowship dedicated solely to cosmetic facial plastic surgery. He has worked with prestigious and elite surgeons nationally and internationally to provide comprehensive and state-of-the-art care for his patients in the Atlanta area.
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