Clarification and Classification of Dorsal Preservation Rhinoplasty: Lessons from a Continuous 1,191-Case Experience.

The evolution of DP rhinoplasty follows a U-shaped learning curve, characterized by initial proof-of-concept, uncontrolled expansion, and subsequent consolidation through classification.

Integration of the pyramidal framework with W-point septoplasty clarifies terminology, standardizes methodology, and establishes DP rhinoplasty as a reproducible and mature approach in contemporary practice.