Rhinoplasty/Nasal Reconstruction

SADDLE NOSE DEFORMITY (BOXER NOSE)

Click here to view before and after pictures of a Saddle Nose deformity sometimes called a boxers nose deformity repair by Rhinoplasty.

Typically, the saddle nose deformity is caused by a traumatic injury to the nose and nasal septum resulting in the loss of support in the mid or dorsal region with settling of the cartilage framework and soft tissue above the tip of the nose. This settling looks similar to the seat of a saddle and for that reason is described as a saddle nose deformity or boxer nose. Repairing this type of deformity often requires rebuilding support in the middle aspect of the nose by using a cartilage graft harvested from the patient's nasal septum or ear, or in severe cases from the patient's rib. Other options, such as Gortex implants may be used depending on individual anatomy.