New three-dimensional (3D) printing machines have emerged, as additive manufacturing technology improves, leading to realistic models with accurate characteristics close to the real-life tissues. For this reason, 3D printing technology is gaining increasing attention from many institutions as an educational…
Basic processing Today, the extraction of 3D models of internal human body organs from a high-resolution series of CT scan images can be accomplished with the use of appropriate software that often accompanies the instrument of the CT scanner. Appropriate…
Introduction The last few decades have seen tremendous progress in surgery with the incorporation of several technological advancements, leading to the increased practice of minimally invasive surgical procedures in general surgery and all the different surgical specialties and subspecialties. The…
The nasal bones are the most commonly fractured bones in the face. Acute nasal fractures may result in both nasal deformity and nasal airway obstruction. However, some controversy still surrounds the management of acute nasal fractures, in that a review…
The nasal septum plays a critical role in both the function, as well as the aesthetics, of the human nose. Structurally, the septum forms the foundation of the nasal pyramid and acts as the central support element of the nose, providing support for…
The nose occupies a central position both anatomically and aesthetically in determining the overall appearance of the face. Surgery for reconstruction of the nose has a long history, dating back at least to 2000 bc . In India, nasal reconstruction…
The nasal airway is of paramount importance to the astute rhinoplasty surgeon. Often, great aesthetic results are combined with poor functional outcomes, leading to dissatisfaction and the need for further intervention. This problem is curtailed by careful consideration and analysis…
The cleft lip nasal deformity is a complex, three-dimensional problem that challenges any rhinoplasty surgeon. The extent of the nasal deformity is related to the severity of the original cleft malformation and ranges from mild to severe. The secondary cleft…
Aesthetic and reconstructive rhinoplasty is commonly acknowledged as the most demanding and difficult of the plastic surgical procedures. Although many technical advances have occurred throughout the past century, its fundamental philosophy remains constant. This philosophy involves significant planning and conservative…
Most individuals have an interest in being perceived by others as attractive, regardless of their ethnic heritage, racial background, or country of origin. Over time, migratory movements have contributed to the ethnic and racial melting pot responsible for the diversity…