Many people are unhappy with the size and/or shape of their nose. They find it too wide, too big, too small - or too crooked. As the nose plays an important role in self-perception, but also in overall appearance, this can lead to great distress and even reduced self-confidence for those affected.

Anyone who is unhappy with their situation and suffers from their appearance can consider a nose job. In some situations, health insurance will even cover the costs of rhinoplasty or subsidise the procedure. You can find out when this is the case below.

Certain nose shapes are often associated with breathing problems

Broad nose

Measured against the other facial proportions, the broad nose - as the name suggests - is too broad. It appears barrel-shaped overall. The nostrils are also often not clearly visible. The widening can affect the tip of the nose with the bony area, the base of the nose or the cartilaginous part of the bridge of the nose.

Hooked nose

Its features are a curved nasal ridge and a downwardly curved tip of the nose. The hook-shaped nose is conspicuous and many people find it annoying.

Crooked nose

It is quite common overall. The crooked nose has a laterally shifted course, its axis is uneven. As a result, it tilts visibly to the left or right. This not only causes visual impairment, but also functional impairment. A crooked nose is usually caused by a curved nasal septum. This so-called deviated septum can impede free breathing.

Saddle nose

The saddle nose is quite broad and plump, has a short nasal bridge, a clearly protruding tip and insufficient cartilage tissue on the nasal bridge. This results in a visible depression on the bridge of the nose, so that the nose resembles the shape of a saddle in profile.

bumpy nose

A very common nose shape that is perceived as annoying by those affected is the humped nose. Here, the bones and cartilage along the bridge of the nose are excessively pronounced, creating an elevation. Similar to the hooked nose, but in a much lighter form, the tip of the nose can be slightly curved downwards.

Nose correction enables more harmonious proportions for unfavourable nose shapes

With an operative Rhinoplastyas we do in our ENT clinic in Frankfurt we can positively influence your facial proportions.

Depending on the shape of the nose, the extent of the deformity and the desired result, we use different surgical techniques. There is the open and the closed surgical method. In the open technique, we make a small incision on the bridge of the nose and detach the skin from the tip of the nose. We then fold it upwards to allow a clear view of the bony area. The closed technique, which is suitable for smaller corrections, is different. Here, we operate on your nose from the inside via an incision in each nostril.

Based on these two basic surgical methods, we can reduce the size of your bony nasal bridge, narrow an overly wide nasal base or change the position of the tip of the nose by raising or lowering it. We can fill indentations on the bridge of the nose or remove humps. Particularly important from an ENT point of view: we can straighten a crooked nasal septum.

Nose correction health insurance: Are all nose operations paid for?

The cost of a nasal correction is covered in full or in part by the health insurance if there is a medical indication that the operation improves your nasal breathing and therefore your health. This is the case, for example, if a crooked nasal septum makes it difficult for you to breathe freely.

In functional-plastic correction, the function of the nose always comes first. The fact that the shape of the nose is also changed as a result of the procedure is often a welcome side effect.

In order to Assumption of costs you must submit an application to the health insurance fund. This requires written confirmation of the medical indication for the operation from the ENT doctorin this case Dr Thomas Fischer.

Rhinoplasty with possible cost coverage by health insurance: nasal septum surgery

A curvature of the nasal septum can be congenital or develop in the course of physical development (e.g. as a result of the posterior bony and anterior cartilaginous parts growing at different rates). Sometimes a curvature of the nasal septum can also develop after an accident or a nasal injury, such as an unrecognised nasal fracture.

If the septum is bent, this creates constrictions in the nasal passages. As a result, more air flows into one nostril than the other. As a result, those affected often have difficulty breathing, especially during physical exertion. Due to the lack of air, they often breathe unconsciously through their mouth. The mucous membranes in the throat dry out. This can increase susceptibility to respiratory infections. Other symptoms can also be associated with a deviated septum: migraine-like headaches, snoring and interrupted breathing during sleep, frequent nosebleeds, repeated middle ear infections, odour disorders or even a huffy and nasal-sounding voice.

To straighten the nasal septum surgically, we make a small internal incision on the front edge of the nasal septum. This allows us to detach the mucous membrane from the cartilage and bone. Using special incision techniques, we can dissolve the curvature and thus straighten the septum. After the procedure, you will need to wear special silicone splints that remain in your nose for 4 days.

If at the same time a Nasal concha hyperplasia If the nasal turbinates are present, we can also remove them during the same procedure by Laser conchotomy downsize.

In both cases, there is a medical indication, as the aim is to improve free breathing. In this case, your health insurance company may cover the costs of the rhinoplasty.

Rhinoplasty Frankfurt at the Goethe10 ENT Specialist Clinic

If you are not satisfied with the function of your nose and/or its shape, we can help you. Make an appointment at our ENT clinic in Frankfurt. Dr Fischer will examine you carefully and explain the treatment options to you. He will also provide you with initial information on the cost coverage of rhinoplasty by your health insurance company.

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Their specialist physicians in head and neck surgery, who professionally and individually advise, examine and treat you in all matters of otolaryngology, functional plastic surgery.

Our news articles are compiled for you to the best of our knowledge and belief and serve the purpose of general further education. They under no circumstances replace medical advice, diagnosis and treatment, and are not intended to encourage self-diagnosis or self-treatment. If you have any health complaints, please always contact your ENT specialists in Frankfurt directly!

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As the central feature of the face, the nose is a real eye-catcher. Together with the cheekbones and chin, it characterises the face and plays a key role in whether it is perceived as attractive. If the nose is crooked, it is not only this unit of attractiveness that can be disturbed. A crooked nose can also lead to functional disorders such as breathing problems. In this article, we explain how we can help you here.

Causes of a crooked nose

A crooked nose has a laterally displaced course. The nasal axis tilts visibly to the right or left. A curved nasal septum is usually the cause of the deformity.

A crooked nose is often genetic. This means that the curvature of the Nasal septum is congenital. This makes the nasal axis slanted - which also affects the appearance.

Sometimes a crooked nose only develops in the course of life. Accidents, falls or even violence can affect the structures of the nose and cause it to shift. Above all, it is fractures of the nasal bone that subsequently lead to a crooked-looking nose. In this case, the bones and cartilage have grown together crookedly rather than straight during the healing process.

In some cases, it is not the nasal septum that is affected by the curvature, but only the bony bridge of the nose is crooked - in other words, only the outside of the nose is crooked and the internal structures are not affected.

Possible effects on breathing and health

If the nose is crooked, this throws the proportions of the face out of balance. As a result, the facial harmony, which is characterised by the symmetry of the facial features, suffers. A crooked nose can destroy the evenness of the facial features due to its atypical, asymmetrical shape. The extent to which this happens naturally depends on the degree of deformation. A slight crookedness has less of an effect than a severe curvature - as can occur after an injury, for example.

A crooked nose is often associated with functional limitations. This means that it can hinder breathing or lead to a distorted sense of smell.

What can you do about a crooked nose?

Make-up techniques for slight misalignment

If you don't have a very pronounced nose, but only a slight deformity, you can use special make-up techniques to visually compensate for the deformity. With the help of make-up, you can draw attention away from the nose. To do this, you should choose make-up that is darker than the make-up on your face. This will make your nose appear straighter. There are many explanatory videos on the internet with step-by-step instructions that can help you with this. Alternatively, you can also ask a make-up artist to show you techniques.

Surgical rhinoplasty: crooked nose operation

In the case of more pronounced findings and a simultaneous restriction of functionality (impaired nasal breathing), surgical correction of the crooked nose is advisable. If only the bony part of the nose is affected, we straighten the bony bridge of the nose. If the nasal septum is crooked, we straighten it by correcting its shape and reconstructing it. We also restore the desired shape and create a symmetrical centre line (see also: Nasal septum surgery). We then insert special support elements into your nose. These facilitate the healing of the nose.

At what age can you have a crooked nose operated on?

If it is already apparent at a young age that the nose is developing an abnormal shape, surgery should not be performed too early. At an early age, a surgery to correct a deviated nose is not yet advisable. This is because the body is still growing during puberty. This means that the surgical result will not yet be final. In women, the growth phase of the nose is completed between the ages of 15 and 16, and in men, rather between the ages of 16 or 17. We recommend that no nasal correction be performed before this age at all. In the case of an early nasal correction, this can result in growth disorders that make a second nasal surgery necessary. This is different if there is a severe limitation of functionality. We decide on a case-by-case basis.

Crooked nose correction in Frankfurt

If you have problems with your breathing due to a crooked nose, we are happy to help you. Our ENT practice in Frankfurt is optimally equipped so that we can carefully examine and treat you. We carry out surgical crooked nose correction and other Rhinoplasty regularly.

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Their specialist physicians in head and neck surgery, who professionally and individually advise, examine and treat you in all matters of otolaryngology, functional plastic surgery.

Our news articles are compiled for you to the best of our knowledge and belief and serve the purpose of general further education. They under no circumstances replace medical advice, diagnosis and treatment, and are not intended to encourage self-diagnosis or self-treatment. If you have any health complaints, please always contact your ENT specialists in Frankfurt directly!

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Sympathy, empathy, experience, expertise: these are some of the main qualities that patients looking for a rhinoplasty specialist want from their doctor. In this article, we will show you what makes a specialist in the field of rhinology/nose correction and why Dr Thomas Fischer Your ideal contact is if you have a ENT doctor in Frankfurt and the surrounding area.

Nose specialist: How to find an ENT doctor who specialises in the nose

Pay attention to the CV!

To find the right nasal specialist, it is important to take a close look at their CV and degree of specialisation.

Dr Thomas Fischer is a specialist in ear, nose and throat medicine, plastic surgery and functional plastic nasal surgery. He has worked at the Goethe University in Frankfurt and also completed his doctorate there. He then worked as a junior doctor at the Clinic for Ear, Nose and Throat Diseases and Facial Plastic Surgery at the Frankfurt am Main / Höchst Municipal Hospitals. He rose to become senior consultant and acting head of the clinic. Visiting doctor residencies at the University of Illinois (USA), the Stanford University (USA) and the Lasky Clinic, Beverly Hills (USA), also characterise his professional career. Dr Thomas Fischer then set up his own practice clinic directly in the centre of Frankfurt, at Goethestrasse 10.

Note the degree of specialisation!

A nasal specialist covers more than the "classic" spectrum of ENT medicine. He not only deals mainly with "normal" diseases of the nose, but also goes a few steps further and carries out sophisticated examinations and (surgical) treatments.

The range of treatments offered by Dr Thomas Fischer goes beyond traditional ENT medicine: He has also specialised in ENT surgery dedicated. So he offers Operations on the nasal septum e.g. in the case of a curvature of the nasal septum or a complete displacement of this so-called septum. It also takes Surgery of the paranasal sinuses for example in the case of abscesses, the spread of inflammation to the eye socket or the brain or the formation of polyps. Dr Thomas Fischer is also experienced in the field of Laser conchotomyi.e. laser surgery to reduce enlarged turbinates. In addition, the Goethe10 Practice Clinic in Frankfurt ENT endoscopic examinations for preventive purposes or in the event of pathological findings, e.g. for tumour staging.

Dr Thomas Fischer is not only very experienced in the field of functional nasal medicine, but also in the field of plastic nose surgery. The attractiveness of a person's face is characterised by the nose, among other things. If it fits harmoniously into the face, the face appears more attractive than if the nose does not match the facial features proportionally. As a specialist in functional plastic nose surgery, Dr Thomas Fischer can surgically correct broad noses, hooked noses, snub noses, crooked noses, saddle noses and humped noses.

Check whether your ENT doctor is a member of official and recognised professional societies and associations!

Dr Fischer is a member of the following renowned associations:

German Society for Ear, Nose and Throat Medicine
German Society for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (DGPW)
European academy of facial plastic surgery (EAFPS)
American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPS)

Make sure that your chosen doctor performs the desired procedure regularly!

A nasal specialist should carry out the desired examinations, treatments and procedures regularly in order to have sufficient experience and routine. This is the case with Dr Fischer.

Your nasal specialist in Frankfurt: Dr Thomas Fischer

If you have problems with nasal breathing, see Allergies or are unhappy with the shape of your nose, you are welcome to make an appointment at the Goethe10 practice clinic in Frankfurt. As your nose specialist, Dr Fischer will examine you carefully and discuss the findings with you. Together with you, he will coordinate the treatment. He will advise you in detail, clarify all questions and show you the possibilities and possible limitations of the treatment.

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Their specialist physicians in head and neck surgery, who professionally and individually advise, examine and treat you in all matters of otolaryngology, functional plastic surgery.

Our news articles are compiled for you to the best of our knowledge and belief and serve the purpose of general further education. They under no circumstances replace medical advice, diagnosis and treatment, and are not intended to encourage self-diagnosis or self-treatment. If you have any health complaints, please always contact your ENT specialists in Frankfurt directly!

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Many children have taken the Disney film about Dumbo, the little elephant who could fly with his huge floppy ears, to their hearts. But sometimes they transfer their amusement about the big ears to their schoolmates. Protruding ears (also known as sail ears) can lead to more and more teasing as children get older. To protect their children from insults, ridicule, malice and psychological pressure, many parents consider having their child's ears surgically pinned back. In this article, we provide you with information on the topic Earmould Frankfurt and inform you about the age at which the procedure makes sense.

What are sail ears?

If there is an angle of more than 30 degrees between the auricle and the skull bone or if the distance between the edge of the ear and the head is more than 2.8 cm, this is colloquially referred to as sail ears.

The cause of the ear protruding so far is usually a malformation. Very often, the inner fold of the ear (anthelix fold) is barely formed or not formed at all. Another possibility is that the pinna is conchoidal or too large. It holds the ear away from the head and causes the earlobe to protrude.

In most cases, protruding ears are genetic and a quasi-whim of nature.

Otopexy: At what age?

The procedure in which the ears are pinned back has several names: Ear correction, ear pinning surgery or also Otopexy.

In principle, the operation can be performed from the age of four, but preferably six. At this age, the cartilage has already reached around 70-90 per cent of its final size and is firm enough.

However, it is important that you do not make a decision over your child's head - just to protect them from teasing that may not (yet) exist. In any case, you should take the child's wishes into account when deciding in favour of or against an ear correction. It is neither ethically justifiable nor legally permissible to perform this surgical procedure on a child who is not suffering. Psychologists advise that the ears should only be removed if the child consciously and clearly wants the operation.

The procedure does not necessarily have to be carried out in childhood. Sclerotic ears can also be treated in adolescence or later. There is no upper age limit.

Ear pinning: How does the procedure work?

Ear correction is usually performed under anaesthetic. Only minor corrections can also be carried out under local anaesthetic. During the operation, which lasts around one and a half to two hours, the ear cartilage is shaped so that the ear no longer protrudes so far from the head. The aim is to achieve an attractive, natural-looking result.

We use a modern, particularly tissue-sparing technique (modified suture method). The correction is made with a high-speed diamond drill through a small incision behind the ear that is no longer visible after the procedure. Self-dissolving sutures are pulled through the cartilage skin to create the shape. The desired result is then fixed. The stitches dissolve by themselves after about two to three months. Scarring of the cartilage skin stabilises the result.

Earmould Frankfurt

ENT doctor FrankfurtProtruding ears are not a flaw - they can even be seen as a trademark. However, if you or your child are bothered by prominent ears, please contact us with confidence. With us, you can be sure that you are always in the best hands.

Your otoplasty Frankfurt

If you would like a consultation regarding „prominent ears“ and „ear pinning“, please feel free to book an appointment with us.

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Their specialist physicians in head and neck surgery, who professionally and individually advise, examine and treat you in all matters of otolaryngology, functional plastic surgery.

Our news articles are compiled for you to the best of our knowledge and belief and serve the purpose of general further education. They under no circumstances replace medical advice, diagnosis and treatment, and are not intended to encourage self-diagnosis or self-treatment. If you have any health complaints, please always contact your ENT specialists in Frankfurt directly!

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Oscar Wilde wrote with some knowledge of human nature as early as 1895: "Nothing is as difficult to accept as a big nose."

In the case of a nose correction, it often involves much more than just the shape; many nose shapes also interfere with breathing.

Why a nose job?

There are many reasons that move people to choose a surgical rhinoplasty to decide. This can be a nose that is too large or too long, crooked, or even asymmetrical. If it does not fit the face proportionally, it can become a major burden – and for good reason! The nose is a part of the body that strongly shapes the expression of our face. It cannot be hidden and can only be concealed with make-up to a limited extent.

And this is where we come in: With rhinoplasty, we bring about a positive change and help our patients to feel comfortable in their skin again and to go through life with pride.

Different nose shapes

The broad nose
It appears barrel-shaped and the nostrils are often not clearly visible. In terms of proportions, it appears too wide for the rest of the face. Not only the tip of the nose, but also the bony area, the base of the nose or the cartilaginous part of the bridge of the nose can be affected.
A broad nose can be congenital or result from injuries such as a punch to the face.

Depending on the findings, the broad nose can be corrected in various ways: If the bony bridge of the nose is the decisive factor, it is reduced in size. If the tip of the nose is too wide, it can be reduced using a special suture and incision technique. If the base of the nose is too wide, it can be narrowed by surgery.

The hooked nose
It stands out particularly in profile: The hook-shaped nose features a curved back and a downwardly curved tip. It can even be so inclined downwards that it forms the very lowest point of the nose.

A hooked nose can be corrected by surgically removing cartilage or bone tissue. A visually appealing result can also be achieved by changing the position of the tip of the nose.

The snub nose
This nose shape can be described in just a few words: it is characterised by an upturned tip. The nose appears relatively short, which is why it is also known as a short nose.
The nose can be straightened with a plastic surgery procedure. This involves lowering the tip of the nose.

The crooked nose
In this case, the nose has a laterally displaced, oblique shape. Its axis is uneven and clearly leans to the left or right.
Often there is also a curvature of the nasal septum with obstruction of breathing. However, this nose shape also occurs as a result of accidents or injuries. For example, if the bony bridge of the nose has not healed straight after a fracture, a crooked nose can develop.

If the crooked nose is only caused by the bone, surgical straightening of the bony bridge of the nose is sufficient. If the nasal septum is affected by the crooked position, it must be straightened. The result is a straight nose with improved breathing.

The saddle nose
Insufficient cartilage tissue on the bridge of the nose causes a visible depression that resembles the shape of a saddle in profile. The nose appears broad and plump overall, the bridge of the nose is usually too short and the tip protrudes. A saddle nose is usually caused by an accident, previous surgery or inflammation.

The correction is a so-called reconstructive nose operation. The indentation on the bridge of the nose is filled with the body's own material (cartilage), which can be obtained from the nasal septum, the back wall of the auricle or the costal arch. As a saddle nose often impairs breathing, surgical correction is beneficial for the patient: After healing, the patient can breathe freely again.

The bumpy nose
It is the most common reason for rhinoplasty: a humped nose. In this case, the bones and cartilage along the bridge of the nose are excessively pronounced, giving the impression of a hump. The tip of the nose may be slightly curved downwards (similar to a hooked nose, only slightly so).

A surgical correction reduces the hump on the nose. To avoid creating a flattened bridge of the nose that looks artificial and operated on, the bony bridge of the nose usually has to be mobilised and the side walls pushed together. This creates a natural nose profile. The nose appears smaller overall. The downturned tip of the nose is pulled upwards. Thanks to innovative surgical techniques, this procedure is gentle and almost painless.

Rhinoplasty in Frankfurt am Main

ENT doctor FrankfurtHave you recognised the shape of your nose? If you are not satisfied with the size and appearance of your nose, we at PRAXISKLINIK GOETHE 10 can help you.

Dr Thomas Fischer will examine you in detail, discuss the procedure with you and - if you decide to have a nose correction - operate on you with the utmost care and experience.

You are welcome to contact us for a non-binding initial consultation!

ENT Frankfurt: Dr Thomas Fischer & Dr Albrecht Linke

Their specialist physicians in head and neck surgery, who professionally and individually advise, examine and treat you in all matters of otolaryngology, functional plastic surgery.

Our news articles are compiled for you to the best of our knowledge and belief and serve the purpose of general further education. They under no circumstances replace medical advice, diagnosis and treatment, and are not intended to encourage self-diagnosis or self-treatment. If you have any health complaints, please always contact your ENT specialists in Frankfurt directly!

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