Dr. Tang Yuxiang (Shanghai Rhinoplasty)

First, a direct answer The essence of saddle nose correction is "reconstructing the scaffold": mild saddle nose can be raised with prosthesis or cartilage to raise the nasal dorsum; moderate to severe saddle nose requires first repairing the collapsed nasal septum support, then reconstructing the nasal dorsum height with rib cartilage and other materials. Placing only one prosthesis at the collapsed site without addressing the support issue can lead to prosthesis displacement, light transmission, or even further collapse in the long term. The plan must be evaluated by Dr. Tang Yuxiang and other specialists before finalization. 1. What is a saddle nose: saddle nose is not just a saddle bridge — a saddle nose refers to a noticeable depression in the middle of the bridge (mainly cartilage nasal dorsum), with a saddle nose deformity resembling a saddle nose, often accompanied by an upturned nasal tip, forward-pointing nostrils, and a shorter nose. Its difference from the ordinary "low nasal bridge" is: a low nose has insufficient overall height but smooth lines, while a saddle nose has a collapsed middle section with damaged supporting structure. Common causes are congenital developmental: nasal bone and nasal bone...