How do you know if your nose will collapse or not

The determination of whether the nose has collapsed can be comprehensively evaluated by observing the height of the nasal bridge, the shape of the nasal tip, and the lateral contour.

Nose bridge height is one of the important criteria for judgment. When standing naturally from the front, there is no obvious depression or low flatness at the connection between the nose bridge and the face, and the nose back line is smooth. Lightly touch the middle part of the nose bridge with your index finger. Normal nose bridges can provide obvious bony support. If the touch is flat or sunken, it may indicate a low and flat nose bridge. Asian people generally have a lower nasal bridge, but there should be a natural curve transition from the base of the nose to the tip of the nose. The shape of the nasal tip affects the overall sense of three dimensionality. The ideal nose tip should be in the shape of a water droplet, forming an aesthetic curve of seagull line with the nose wing. You can lightly press the tip of the nose with your fingers, and the normal cartilage structure will rebound slightly. If the shape changes significantly or lacks support after pressing, there may be a collapse of the nose tip. Some people have weaker development of nasal cartilage, which may lead to outward expansion of the nasal wing accompanied by a flattened nasal tip.

The side profile can most intuitively reflect the three-dimensional degree of the nose. When taking standard side profile photos, the nasal root point should be located at the level of the pupil line, and the nasal back should form a nasal frontal angle of approximately 130 degrees with the forehead. The nasolabial angle formed by the tip of the nose and the upper lip is between 90-110 degrees, and excessive angle may be accompanied by deviated nasal septum or retraction of the nasal columella. Patients with congenital saddle nose can see a significant depression on the back of the nose in a saddle shape.

Abnormal nasal function also needs attention. Long term nasal congestion and poor breathing may be related to deviated nasal septum or insufficient cartilage support. Patients with allergic rhinitis may experience thinning of the nasal tip skin and deformation of cartilage due to repeated nasal rubbing. If patients with a history of trauma experience nasal bridge deviation and ventilation disorders, nasal bone fractures or cartilage injuries should be investigated.

It is recommended to confirm through professional nasal measurements. The straight distance from the nasal root point to the nasal tip point is commonly used in plastic surgery to evaluate nasal height, with an ideal value of 45-55 millimeters for women. The width of the base of the nasal wing should be equal to the distance between the inner canthus, and a proportional imbalance may be accompanied by nasal wing collapse. If there is sleep apnea, recurrent nosebleeds, or obvious abnormalities in appearance, it is necessary to promptly seek medical attention from an otolaryngologist for nasal endoscopy and imaging examinations.

In daily life, moderate massage of the nose bridge can promote blood circulation and avoid forcefully kneading or squeezing the nose. People wearing framed glasses should pay attention to whether the glasses holder compresses the nose bridge and causes local depression. When applying makeup, use highlights to brighten the midline of the nose bridge and shadows to decorate the sides of the nose wings, which can visually improve the appearance of a collapsed nose. If considering surgical correction, it is necessary to choose a formal medical institution for comprehensive nasal evaluation.