Nasal Morphology in Relation to Vertical Facial Growth Patterns in a Syrian Population

Background This study aimed to evaluate nasal morphological characteristics and their relationship with vertical facial growth patterns in a Syrian adult population using lateral cephalometric analysis. Methodology This retrospective descriptive study included 120 lateral cephalometric radiographs of adult subjects (60 males and 60 females). Subjects were classified into three vertical growth pattern groups according to Björk's sum (hyperdivergent, normodivergent, and hypodivergent). Linear and angular nasal variables were traced and measured on lateral cephalograms. Results Significant sex differences were observed in nasal length, nasal depth, contour of nasal profile, and nasal tip angle. Vertical growth patterns showed a statistically significant association with nasal tip angle, while other nasal variables were not significantly affected. Conclusions Nasal morphology differs significantly between sexes and varies according to vertical facial growth patterns. These findings may aid orthodontists in diagnosis and treatment planning aimed at achieving optimal facial aesthetics.