A measuring scale for objective evaluation of the nasal shape

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Medical Imaging
• Aesthetic Evaluation

Background:

• Assessing patient expectations and surgical outcomes in rhinoplasty is complex.
• Objective measurement of nasal aesthetics is crucial for evaluating surgical success.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce a novel graphic scale for objective evaluation of rhinoplasty.
• To provide a quantifiable method for assessing pre- and post-operative nasal characteristics.

Main Methods:

• Development of a 7-point graphic scale (1=nicest, 7=worst) for nasal length, width, hump, and tip.
• Utilizing translucent sheets for superimposing scales on pre- and post-operative photographs.
• Calculating the difference in scores to quantify surgical results.

Main Results:

• The graphic scale allows for a more objective assessment of rhinoplasty.
• Score differences provide a measurable value for evaluating surgical outcomes.
• The scale is applicable to multiple nasal aspects: length, width, hump, and tip.

Conclusions:

• The proposed graphic scale offers a practical tool for objective rhinoplasty outcome evaluation.
• This method enhances the ability to quantify aesthetic changes following nasal surgery.
• Objective assessment aids in aligning patient expectations with surgical results.