The button nose is one of the most requested features in rhinoplasty patients, but what exactly is it, and how can it be achieved? This blog discusses button nose rhinoplasty and aesthetics: which famous faces have the button nose, what anatomical characteristics it is known for, and how plastic surgeons might achieve this look on a patient.
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Defining the “Button Nose” Trend
Celebrities like Emma Stone, Jenna Ortega, and Scarlett Johansson are popular examples of those with the prized “button nose”: dainty, cute, and compact. Defined by short, straight bridges, small yet fleshy tips, and a slight upturn, button noses are some of the most common among major stars.
While beauty is in the eye of the beholder and everyone has unique and valuable qualities, we can trace aesthetic patterns based on the features we commonly see in our most famous faces. In addition to the button nose, you can likely conjure images of the Greek nose in Jennifer Aniston’s straight and symmetrical nose, along with the prime example of the celestial nose in Florence Pugh or Elle Fanning.
But what is it exactly that makes one type of nose more attractive than another? Most facial plastic surgeons will say it’s about symmetry and finding the shape that suits your face, rather than forcing a specific aesthetic that might not suit you just because it looks good on Emma Stone. Let’s discuss the details of the button nose and what exactly that means in terms of facial plastic surgery.
Anatomy of the Button Nose
When researching rhinoplasty, you’ve likely come across a bunch of terms for the shape and position of the nose, which are used to talk about the characteristics of the nose along with the changes your surgeon might make:
- “Bridge,” or sometimes “nasal bridge” or “nasal dorsum,” is the straight, bony and cartilaginous section of your nose that sticks out from your brow bone.
- “Dorsal hump” refers to a curve or bump along the bridge and is a common feature that rhinoplasty patients seek to correct.
- “Tip,” or “nasal tip,” is the lowest part of the nasal bridge, often with malleable, fleshy cartilage.
A button nose has the following features:
- A short, straight bridge with no dorsal hump
- Small, slightly upturned nasal tip
The slight upturn of the nasal tip is a signature feature of the button nose that patients are typically looking for. This appearance is likely popular because it produces a pleasing profile, and the diminutive size of the nose allows other facial features, such as the eyes and lips, to be more prominent, contributing to a youthful, doll-like appearance.
Can Rhinoplasty Give Me a Button Nose?
Your rhinoplasty results largely depend on your natural anatomy, so if your objective is to have a nose like Jenna Ortega, it’s a good idea to examine your facial features to see if that’s possible—or advised.
One of the most challenging aspects of facial plastic surgery is when patients want to look like someone else, but don’t realize the strengths of their own natural features. For example, forcing a button-nose aesthetic on someone with dramatic facial features might look unnatural.
For this reason, experienced facial plastic surgeons are adept at creating results that meet the patient’s expectations while maintaining their natural beauty. So, if your goal is a button nose, you might achieve your own version of that, rather than Jenna Ortega’s.
In any case, your surgeon may make adjustments to your nose that bring you close to your aesthetic goal by addressing your natural features. So, to achieve the hallmarks of a button nose, they may lift a drooping nasal tip, flatten or smooth a dorsal hump, and reduce the width of the nasal bridge. Patients with very flat noses may need more complex approaches, such as grafts, to enhance tip projection, or those with a lot of extra tissue in the tip may require bulbous tip rhinoplasty.
How to Get the Best Rhinoplasty Results
Rhinoplasty is very much an art as much as it is a science, so working closely with your facial plastic surgeon to define your goals and make modest adjustments is your best bet for ideal results. Working with your own features and prioritizing natural results always yields better results than forcing another person’s aesthetic onto yourself.
Your surgeon will help you choose the right alterations and adjustments to reveal the ideal proportions and shape that will let your natural beauty shine.
Want to Learn More About Rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills, CA?
Dr. Jason Diamond is a celebrity facial plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills who specializes in custom rhinoplasty and facial rejuvenation procedures that prioritize natural-looking, balanced results. To learn which rhinoplasty procedure is right for you, call The Diamond Face Institute today at (310) 859-9816 or complete the contact form to get started.