This paper offers a review of important fundamental terms and considerations in rhinoplasty, with presentation of clear and concise terminology necessary to interpret and communicate with rhinoplastic surgeons and the literature. Afundamental discussion of patient selection considerations, surgical planes, incisions and approaches, and support structures is provided. A review of primary and secondary cartilagenous support mechanisms is followed by an overview of basic nasal tip support considerations. Emphasis on performing rhinoplasty in a logical, planned sequence of incisions and approaches that affords maximum intraoperative surgical flexibility for the cosmetic surgeon is given.
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