Will a bridge augmentation alter the shape of my eyes? (photos)

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I'm interested in getting asian rhinoplasty to augment my nose bridge, and I am wondering whether the increased bridge height will pull on the skin in the inner corners of my eyes to give a more almond shape. I have double eyelids and a minimal epicanthal fold. When I tug at the sides of my eyes, the inner corners become more exposed and give a nice almond shape. Is this achievable through bridge augmentation? If so, what type of material should I use to prevent movement?

Jacob Tower, MD · Answer

Hello, that is a great question. One theory of why epicanthal folds are more common among people with a low nasal bridge is precisely what you have pointed out. If the skin is tented or pushed outward, the epicanthal fold may be reduced. By corollary, if the dorsum is very low, an epicanthal fold is present. However, it really depends on variables of the individual and degree of augmentation to what extent effacement of the epicanthal fold can be expected. I would be reluctant to guarantee this for anyone because at the end of the day, a precise augmentation that suits your nose takes priority over changes that occur with the epicanthal fold. The material (i.e. autologous/homologous cartilage, Medpor, silicone) is less important than the height of the augmentation. If performed properly the implanted material is unlikely to move or migrate, but in my experience solid implants unsurprisingly seem more easily palpable than diced cartilage. Hope this helps!
Cheers,Dr. Tower

Celal Alioglu, MD · Answer

Hello yes you can have surgery but you will need to send nose photos from there it is hard to decide what can be chanched.

Man Koon Suh, MD · Answer

If the height of the nasal bridge between the eyes is increased by more than 4mm, the distance between the eyes becomes closer. However, the medial canthus is not pulled as much as it is shown in the picture. To do so, the bridge of the nose must be raised very high, and the nose itself may look awkward. A detailed decision will require a nose examination.

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