Contemporary techniques for effective nasal lengthening

The short nose deformity is a complex entity with diverse causes and variable characteristics. This article divides shortening into anterior and pan-nose shortening as well as mild, moderate, or severe. Mild anterior shortening can be corrected with shield grafting, whereas moderate to severe shortening can be corrected using septal extension grafts, composite grafts, or the tongue-and-groove technique. Ancillary technical considerations are reviewed. General principles of patient assessment and rhinoplasty execution are discussed. Surgical cases are presented, and pertinent aspects of preoperative planning, surgical technique, and perioperative care are discussed.