Middle Eastern Rhinoplasty في منطقة الشرق الأوسط Rhinoplasty

Before and after photos of patient of Dr. Shah's. Patient felt her nose overwhelmed her facial features. She was seeking a nose which was more feminine and attractive in shape

Middle Eastern noses may have thicker more sebaceous skin, ptotic or drooping tip, wider nasal tip and a dorsal hump. The goal of rhinoplasty for any ethnicity is to improve the appearance of the nose so that the the rest of the face is more attractive. Some patients of Middle Eastern origin will complain that their nose is a dominant portion of their face and desire it to be featured less. Interestingly, the structure of each nose can be quite different and depends on the stiffness of the lower lateral cartilages and thickness of soft tissue. The soft tissue envelope of the nose must be accounted for. In some patients of Middle Eastern origin, there is a thicker subcuteanous layer where actual fat is present. Removal of the fat can help provide definition to the nasal tip. Every patient will have a different aesthetic here.

It is not possible to identify an entire region with one type of nose. Instead there is a range of noses found within this area. The Middle East, including Dubai, Saudia Arabia, Persia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan have various customs and aesthetics which pateints find desirable. Even two patients of a similar background, may want a very different look depending on which part of the country they live in. For example a Persian patient in Los Angeles may have a very different opinion about his/her nose than one living in New York. The key here is to understand what are each patient's goals and what look they are trying to avoid, which is usually the overly obvious rhinoplasty.

Does Dr. Shah understand my aesthetic?
During the consultation Dr. Shah uses a variety of maneuvers to help him learn what a patient likes and doesn't like about their nose. He has extensive experience working with Middle Eastern noses and has patients who seek his expertise from afar for his approach. If during the consultation a patient does not feel comfortable with the approach recommended or morphs provided, Dr. Shah does not recommend surgery for them.

Are Dr. Shah's techniques published on his website?
Some of Dr. Shah's techniques are indeed published on this website. However, a good number of his techniques are not described elsewhere, including the literature. Dr. Shah will explain his approach during the consultation if asked.

Can I fly in and out the same day for Dr. Shah?
No, patients must recover for one week in the area.

eTHNIC pLASTIC sURGERY: Patients' from different ethnic backgrounds will have different aesthetic needs and goals. See more procedures tailored specifically for Middle Eastern patients. Read more.

Photos: See before and after photographs of rhinoplasty procedures by Dr. Shah. See more.


Controlling the Nose: How is Dr. Shah able to control the nose during an open rhinoplasty procedure? This video addresses that question in a patient seeking dorsal hump reduction. Watch Now.

 

LEARN TO SPEAK THE LANGUAGE OF RHINOPLASTY: Understanding your nose can seem daunting. Use this guide to help to know your alar base from your bridge or your glabella from your columella. Learn more.

Types of Rhinoplasty: Within African American rhinoplasty, not every nose is the same. Learn more about different types of rhinoplasty, and Dr. Shah's innovative approach. Learn more.

 

GUIDE TO GRAFTS: What are grafts? Do I need them in my nose? Dr. Shah has authored an informative guide to help patients better understand what a graft is. See more.

INNOVATIONS: Dr. Shah has had or contributed to a number of innovations and discoveries in facial plastic surgery. Learn more.

PROCEDURE TIMELINE: Many patients ask at what age can a patient have a rhinoplasty (or other procedure)? This timeline is intended to serve as general information on the ages at which patients may seek a procedure such as a rhinoplasty. See more.

PLASTICPEDIA: Found in Plasticpedia are links to further rhinoplasty glossaries, nasal anatomy and facial anatomy information, information on the types of rhinoplasty and aging face procedures, a guide to grafts in rhinoplasty, a facial analysis tutorial, and a collection of scientific articles published by Dr. Anil Shah. Read more.

PRACTICAL BEAUTY BLOG: Dr. Shah's blog covering all things beauty, facial plastic surgery, and looking and feeling your best. Read more.

VIRTUAL CONSULTATIONS: Dr. Shah sees patients from all over the world. If you are a patient traveling from outside the greater Chicago or Chicagoland area, you may request a preliminary consultation via phone or video chat. This offers patients the unique opportunity to get feedback and speak with Dr. Shah directly before traveling to Chicago. Start now.

PRE AND POST OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS: Dr. Shah's office will help you through you pre and post operative preperation and recovery. On this page, you will find an over view of instructions, as well as medications to avoid before and after a procedure and more. Read more.

ARTICLES: Dr. Shah has authored over 50 scientific. All of the articles on this website have been authored or coauthored by Dr. Shah. His unique viewpoint about facial plastic surgery are highlighted, with several of the articles published exclusively for Plasticpedia. Browse now.