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The Changing Face of America
Kate O'Connor1, Anthony E Brissett2
1Baylor College of Medicine, Department of Otolaryngology, 1977 Butler Blvd Suite E5.200 5th floor, Houston, TX 77030, USA; Department Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Texas A&M University College of Medicine, Houston Methodist ENT Specialists, 6550 Fannin Street, Suite 1703, Houston, TX 77030, USA.
Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
|February 15, 2020
Summary
Rhinoplasty techniques are shifting towards ethnic preservation, respecting patient identity. Thoughtful consultation considering self-defined ethnicity is crucial for harmonizing facial features.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Facial Aesthetic Surgery
- Population Demographics
Background:
- The U.S. population is projected to exceed 430 million by 2050.
- Increasing population diversity includes a significant rise in multiethnic Americans.
- Aesthetic surgery, including rhinoplasty, has seen a rise in popularity and accessibility.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the evolution of rhinoplasty approaches in the context of a diversifying U.S. population.
- To highlight the shift from ethnic transformation to ethnic preservation in rhinoplasty.
- To emphasize the importance of patient ethnicity in aesthetic surgery outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Review of current rhinoplasty trends and literature.
- Analysis of demographic shifts in the United States.
- Discussion of evolving surgical philosophies in facial aesthetics.
Main Results:
- Rhinoplasty concepts have evolved from altering ethnic features to preserving them.
- The goal is now to harmonize the nose with other facial features while respecting ethnic identity.
- Patient self-defined ethnicity is increasingly recognized as a key factor.
Conclusions:
- Modern rhinoplasty emphasizes ethnic preservation over transformation.
- Successful outcomes require a deep understanding and respect for the patient's self-identified ethnicity.
- Consultation is paramount to achieving aesthetic harmony and patient satisfaction.
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