The Transformation of a Low and Short Bulbous Nose!

* Basic Information

# Female in her 20s

# Main Complaints: The tip of my nose is blunt and short, and it looks wide.

* Consultation

# The patient visited for bulbous nose correction. In the past, such noses were called ‘bok-ko’ (lucky nose) as they were thought to bring fortune, but nowadays many people want to improve them because they can give a blunt or dull impression.

# She was also concerned about her nose looking short. While a short nose can make one look cute, it often lacks a sophisticated or refined feel.

# I believed we could achieve a satisfying result by refining the nasal tip to be more slender and raising the bridge to create a smooth, sleek line.

* Surgical Plan

# Tip Plasty (Bulbous nose & Short nose correction)

# Rhinoplasty (Bridge augmentation, Osteotomy)

# Non-incisional Alar Reduction

* Post-operative Progress

# The blunt nasal tip was corrected, changing into a sharp yet natural shape.

# If the nose is short and the nostrils are highly visible, it can give a somewhat ‘light’ or less serious impression. Therefore, extending the height and length sufficiently is necessary to create a sophisticated and high-end look.

# Through non-incisional alar reduction, we corrected the nasal tip that used to spread wide when smiling.

# This was a very satisfying case as the overall facial impression transformed into a more refined one!

Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!

The VIBE that comes from rich experience.

Vibe Plastic Surgery, Chief Director Young-moon Yoo

Vibe Plastic Surgery complies with medical laws. These before-and-after photos were taken under the same conditions with the patient’s consent. Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur depending on the individual, and caution is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a bulbous nose and a short nose be improved simultaneously?

Yes, it is possible. In this case, both a bulbous nose and a short nose were corrected simultaneously through tip plasty, and the overall nose line was improved by combining bridge augmentation and non-incisional alar reduction.

What surgical methods are used for bulbous nose correction?

Bulbous nose correction is primarily achieved through tip plasty. In this post, a blunt nasal tip was made slender, and satisfactory results were obtained by performing bridge augmentation and non-incisional alar reduction together as needed.

What effects can be expected from short nose surgery?

Short nose surgery helps to sufficiently extend the length and height of the nose, giving a sophisticated and elegant impression. Additionally, it can correct the impression of a light appearance by improving the visibility of the nostrils.

In what cases is non-incisional alar reduction necessary?

Non-incisional alar reduction is effective when the nasal tip spreads widely when smiling. In this case, non-incisional alar reduction was performed to correct the blunt and spread-out nasal tip, completing a sophisticated overall facial impression.

How long is the recovery period after nose surgery?

This post shows the changed appearance through photos taken 2 months after the surgery. Generally, major swelling after nose surgery subsides within 1-2 weeks, but it can take several months for residual swelling to completely disappear and for the nose to achieve a natural look.

Which medical professional should perform nose surgery?

It is important to receive consultation and surgery from a board-certified plastic surgeon. This post also recommends consulting with a plastic surgeon who has extensive experience.