As we age, we can do so much to keep our quality of life high by staying healthy and exercising. New anti-aging regimens including proper diet, anti-oxidants and sometimes hormone replacements can keep our bodies in optimal shape. But, there are certain aging processes over which we have no control. One of those is, surprisingly, the aging and drooping of the nose. Yes, in addition to the ears, the nose does grow with age whether or not one is always truthful (a la Pinocchio).
What really happens is that the cartilage in the lower third of the nose separates and weakens and the tip falls making it appear that a hump has grown on the bridge. Through surgery, the nose can be rejuvenated; the tip can be re-supported with a cartilage graft and the cartilages can be shortened. This is the same procedure we do on young people who were born with droopy noses to begin with. It’s amazing to see how much younger one looks when the droopy tip is elevated. Also, unknown to most of the public is the fact that nasal breathing decreases as the nose droops and the re-elevation of the tip can improve air flow.
Russell W.H. Kridel, MD, FACS
Years of experience increase the competence of a doctor and provide comfort to patients in knowing their doctor knows how to handle their specific anatomy. For over 25 years Dr. Kridel has been a leader in the art of nose surgery and widely acclaimed for his work in refining the art of rhinoplasty. He has spear-headed many innovative cosmetic nasal techniques and has extensive experience with nasal reconstruction following unsuccessful surgeries performed elsewhere. Dr. Kridel currently performs over 100 cosmetic nasal surgeries per year and, because of this experience, many patients are referred to him from all over the world. Additionally, Dr. Kridel is board certified not only in facial plastic surgery but also in otolaryngology (ENT). So you can breathe easier knowing your surgeon not only understands aesthetics but also the breathing function of your nose.
Dr. Kridel has also written over 35 scientific articles and textbook chapters on cosmetic nasal surgery. For that reason, he has served on the faculty of the world’s largest Advanced Rhinoplasty course for over 10 years and is frequently invited to lecture at courses all over the world.
Dr. Kridel was featured as Best Plastic Surgeon in Houston for nose surgery by the Houston Chronicle, mentioned in Vogue magazine as the only facial plastic surgeon noted for Texas and was named as one of the Top Doctors in Houston by Inside Houston Magazine. He was also voted by his peers as the best Houston surgeon for Nose Surgery and Corrective Nose Surgery, with the results released in The Best Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. But, most importantly, patients rave about how they love the work he has done. That is the true mark of a great surgeon.
Elected by his peers, Dr. Kridel was National President of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery from 2000-2001. He currently serves as Senior Advisor to the Board of Directors of the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS) and is a Board examiner in Facial Plastic Surgery for the ABFPRS.
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