Introduction
The nose, being centrally positioned on the face, not only ranks among the most prominent facial features but also plays a pivotal role in defining one's overall facial aesthetics. The presence of a small hump on the nasal bridge or a pronounced hawk nose can disrupt the harmonious balance of facial beauty, giving rise to abrupt facial contours. To enhance facial aesthetics and achieve facial harmony, it is often necessary to make subtle modifications to overly prominent nasal shapes.
Characteristics of Hawk Nose
/ Hump Nose
Whether it's a hawk nose or a hump nose, they both share a commonality: the presence of a protruding bump on the nasal bridge, formed due to a deformity in the nasal bone structure. Additionally, the nasal shape may appear wider than usual. Other common features may include an excessively long nose, an enlarged nasal tip, a curved nasal bridge, and the potential formation of a downward-curved hook-like tip, giving rise to a hawk nose.
Causes of Hawk Nose / Hump Nose
The formation of a hawk nose or hump nose can be attributed to congenital and acquired factors, with congenital factors accounting for the majority of cases.
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Congenital Formation: The development of a hard, protruding bump on the nose is primarily the result of localized overgrowth in the nasal bone tissue during the developmental stages of the nasal bone. This overgrowth leads to the formation of a spur-like protrusion. Simultaneously, overdevelopment of the nasal septal cartilage and lateral nasal cartilage can occur, causing not only the mid-nasal bridge protrusion but also broadening of the nasal bridge, or even a crooked nasal septum that can lead to breathing issues.
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Traumatic Injury: Acquired nasal bone protrusions, typically formed later in life, result from nasal trauma, leading to hematoma ossification under the periosteum of the nasal bone. Alternatively, nasal bone injuries or post-injury bone callus tissue formation can lead to nasal bone protrusions, creating hump noses.
Treatments
Correcting Hawk Nose / Hump Nose
To correct a hawk nose or hump nose, traditional surgical procedures used to involve bone grinding to reduce the hump. However, not everyone is inclined to opt for surgical solutions due to the associated risks, and potential post-operative bone overgrowth leading to new hump formation. Nowadays, there's a non-surgical option—injectable procedures that can correct hawk noses without the need for surgery. This quick and effective outpatient medical aesthetic procedure can be done in as little as 30 minutes, providing a natural and elevated nasal appearance.
Dermal Filler Correction (Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty)
Hawk noses and hump noses can be corrected through the use of dermal fillers like hyaluronic acid, which are injected under the skin to even out the prominent hump and create a smooth nasal bridge. The effects of this injection are visible immediately, with the bump vanishing instantly and the nose appearing refined and straight. The results typically last for 5-7 months. We use hyaluronic acid dermal fillers from the Juvéderm collection under Allergan, a brand certified by both the US FDA and the European CE. Our skilled medical professionals will select the most suitable filler type based on your requirements, ensuring optimal results.