Have you ever caught your reflection and felt your nose seems... different? You're not imagining it. According to a leading Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, our noses are one of the few facial features that never stop changing throughout our adult lives.
Mr Deepak Dugar, a renowned rhinoplasty specialist, has revealed that there is a specific age when most patients finally decide to go under the knife to address these age-related changes.
The Science Behind The Ageing Nose
Unlike other parts of the face, the nose is composed of soft tissue, cartilage, and bone. Mr Dugar explains that a combination of factors leads to its gradual transformation. "As we age, the supportive structural components of the nose, namely the cartilage, begins to weaken and break down," he states.
This loss of structural integrity causes a classic sign of ageing: the dreaded droop. The tip of the nose starts to fall, which can also make the nostrils appear more prominent. Simultaneously, the skin on and around the nose thickens, adding to a heavier, broader appearance.
The 'Sweet Spot' For A Nose Job
While patients of all ages seek rhinoplasty, Mr Dugar identifies a clear trend in his practice. The most common age bracket for patients seeking to reverse these signs of time is between 40 and 60 years old.
This period, often marking a time of personal re-evaluation and increased self-confidence, is when the physical changes become impossible to ignore. "This is the time in most of our lives where we have the means and the confidence to do something about it," the surgeon confirms.
More Than Just Vanity
For many, the decision is not purely aesthetic. The structural changes inside the nose can often lead to a decrease in nasal airflow. A rhinoplasty procedure can therefore serve a dual purpose: restoring a more youthful appearance while also significantly improving breathing function.
Mr Dugar emphasises the importance of choosing a specialist. "It is imperative that you find a surgeon that specialises in rhinoplasty and dedicates their entire practice to noses," he advises, highlighting the procedure's complex and intricate nature.
The quest for eternal youth often focuses on wrinkles and skin elasticity, but it seems the humble nose, quietly changing shape year after year, is the true tell-tale sign of the years passing by.
