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2026-06-07

Anatomy of the Nose

A detailed visual guide to the gross anatomy of the nose, including structural landmarks and soft tissue characteristics relevant to rhinoplasty.

Anatomy of the Nose

Anatomy of the Nose

Anatomy of the Nose

Gross anatomy

Nasal Anatomy Diagram

All image sources: Google

Nasal Bone Structure
Nasal Cartilage Structure
Nasal Soft Tissue

The soft tissue near the supratip is naturally thick, but in individuals with thin skin, the boundary may appear more defined.

Supratip Example

Source: In this patient, likely due to Western ethnicity, the supratip boundary appears quite distinct.

Anatomical Cross-section
Nasal Profile Anatomy


Source

Anatomy Reference
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