Spare Roof Technique: A Middle Third New Technique

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Otorhinolaryngology

Background:

• The spare roof technique (SRT) is a novel approach in rhinoplasty.
• It focuses on the complete skeletonization and preservation of upper lateral cartilages.

Observation:

• The SRT aims to maintain the natural structure of the nose's middle third.
• It is utilized during procedures like hump reduction and crooked septum correction.

Findings:

• Forty rhinoplasties were performed using SRT between January 2014 and March 2015.
• The technique successfully preserved the nasal roof's natural structure in most cases.
• It demonstrated applicability in reduction rhinoplasty, complex crooked nose correction, and mixed cases.

Implications:

• SRT is presented as an effective technique for managing the middle nasal third.
• The method offers a straightforward approach with broad applications.
• It is particularly useful for Caucasian nose hump removal and crooked nose correction.