Nonsurgical rhinoplasty using soft tissue fillers

Abstract

Nonsurgical rhinoplasty, also known as liquid rhinoplasty, is a filler-based approach to treating deformities of the nose. Despite the potential for serious complications such as tissue necrosis and blindness, patients’ desires for rapid results with minimal downtime and low costs have served as an impetus for rhinoplasty surgeons to become skilled injectors. Additionally, many physicians that are less skilled in rhinoplasty may be emboldened to perform a simpler procedure. While soft tissue filler is not always a viable alternative to rhinoplasty, it can be a useful adjunct or stand-alone treatment for managing a drooping nasal tip, minor asymmetries, or a dorsal hump. This article provides an overview of liquid rhinoplasty and how to best obtain the patient’s desired aesthetic result.