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Do noses get bigger with age? The surprising truth about facial changes

While the myth of a continuously growing nose persists, the fact is that the bony structure stops growing in your teenage years. So, do noses get bigger with age? The scientific truth involves a fascinating interplay of weakening cartilage, gravity, and shifts in facial tissue that alter its appearance.

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Does your nose get slimmer as you age? The surprising truth about facial changes

According to dermatologists and plastic surgeons, the notion that your nose gets smaller with age is a common misconception. In reality, the natural aging process causes changes to the nasal cartilage, skin, and underlying bone structure that often make the nose appear larger and wider. This is part of a complex process of facial changes that occur over time.

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Fact or Myth: Does Your Nose Change After 15?

While most facial bones stop growing in the mid-to-late teens, the myth that your nose stops changing completely after 15 isn't entirely true. The truth is more complex, involving gravity and the natural effects of aging on cartilage and soft tissue. These ongoing developments contribute to the perception of a larger or differently-shaped nose over time.

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