In Los Angeles alone, more than half the population is Hispanic or Latino. Dr. Zoumalan performs rhinoplasty on many Latino and Hispanic noses. Ethnicities include Mexican, Puerto Rican, South American, and Central American.
The Latino/Hispanic Nose
The key to a successful Rhinoplasty is to understand each person’s individual’s anatomy. Most Latino noses have thick skin and a broad, bulbous tip. Latinos from different parts of the world have different cartilage characteristics. Often the nostrils are wide and need narrowing. Latinos tend to have mild to moderate side bumps. Some are large and need significant lowering.
The key to Latino Rhinoplasty is to understand what type subset of Hispanic Nose you have. Mexicans tend to have a flatter tip. Some Latinos from the Caribbean and South America have wide nostrils and a wider bridge. It is also very important for the surgeon to understand how thick and oily your skin may be. This is a part of Rhinoplasty that is unique to Latinos / Hispanics.
Does Dr. Zoumalan understand my cosmetic desires?
Dr. Zoumalan will use different maneuvers during your consultation to help understand your nose. He will feel your tip, bridge, and septum. He will look inside your nose as well. This will help him understand which subset of Hispanic Nose you have. After this, he will show you a virtual image of what your nose may look like after surgery.
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