Radix Surgery

Premier Houston Rhinoplasty Surgeon Dr. Michel Siegel

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In Latin, radix means the “root” or starting point. In the context of noses and nose surgery, the radix delineates where the nose begins, or where it protrudes from the forehead.

The radix of the nose is important in rhinoplasty, as it may make a nose appear more masculine or feminine, depending on where the nose starts.

A “normal” radix is one in which the nose begins at approximately the same level as the eye pupil.  Below is an example.

Normal nose radix example

With a “low” radix, the nose starts below the pupil. This tends to create the appearance of a more-feminine and shorter nose.  A “Barbie nose,” for instance, tends to result from a lower radix

 

Low radix example on woman

With a “high” radix, the nose starts above the pupil.  This is associated with a masculine, or “strong” nose.  A nose with a higher radix tends protrude out more.

High radix example on man

If you think part of your new-and-improved look involves modifying your radix distance, contact Dr. Siegel in Houston.

Considering Turkish Rhinoplasty? See Dr. Siegel First

If you’ve been researching Turkish rhinoplasty, feel free to come to your consultation with photographs, questions, or recommendations from other surgeons. If you’re just exploring rhinoplasty, we’re also here to help. Dr. Siegel will listen to your concerns, examine your nose, and use 3D imaging to discuss the changes that may be appropriate for you.

Patients visit Dr. Siegel’s Houston office from Bellaire, Sugar Land, Katy, Cypress, Spring, Humble, Fulshear, and communities throughout Texas, including Austin, San Antonio, Dallas-Fort Worth, Midland, and Odessa. For patients traveling to Houston, our team can help coordinate the timing of surgery, recovery, and follow-up care so you know what to expect throughout the process.

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