Definition of Low nasal bridge:

A low nasal bridge is a flattening of the top part of the nose.

Considerations:

Decreased growth (hypoplasia) of the nasal bridge can occur in association with infectious or genetic diseases. Decrease in height of the nasal bridge is best seen from a side view of the face.

Common Causes:

• Normal variation
• Cleidocranial dysostosis
• Congenital syphilis
• Down syndrome
• Williams syndrome
• Other congenital syndromes

Call your health care provider if:

You have questions about the shape of your child's nose.

What to expect at your health care provider's office:

The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask questions about the patient's family and medical history.

Laboratory studies such as chromosome studies, enzyme assays (blood tests to measure specific enzyme levels), x-rays, and metabolic studies may be ordered.