2026-05-25
Low Nose, Bulbous Nose, & Long Nose (feat. Fat Grafting)
This case study details a 30s female's transformation from a low, bulbous, and long nose, exacerbated by a lack of facial volume, to a more youthful and vibrant appearance through rhinoplasty and full-face fat grafting.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 30s
# Low nasal bridge and droopy nasal tip
# Bulbous nose giving a blunt appearance
# Lack of forehead volume made the nose appear even longer
* Consultation
1. She was stressed by her low nose and bulbous nasal tip.
2. Furthermore, the lack of overall facial volume (especially in the forehead) made her nose appear even longer, resulting in an older-looking impression.
3. Fortunately, the pre-operative CT scan showed that her nasal septum was of good size and straightness, allowing us to plan a nose surgery using autologous cartilage.
4. Simultaneously, we planned a full-face fat graft to create a more vibrant facial line through added volume.
* Plan
# Nasal bridge augmentation (silicone implant)
# Nasal tip plasty (septal extension graft + ear cartilage: overlapping graft)
# Full-face fat grafting
* Post-operative Progress
1. With the added volume to her entire face, she now looks much younger and more vibrant. Previously, she was very stressed by her tired and aged appearance.
2. We adjusted the angle of her long nasal tip using septal and ear cartilage to achieve an ideal nasal tip angle.
3. This was a very satisfying case for me, as she gained confidence through the surgery. ^^
Consultation and surgery should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
Take care of both your health and beauty today :)
Right Mind, Right Plastic Surgery, Yoo Young-moon
Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur after surgery and can vary by individual, requiring caution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials were used for the nose surgery?
Yes, a silicone implant was used for the bridge of the nose, and autologous cartilage was used for the nasal tip. After confirming a good septal condition through a pre-operative CT scan, the nasal tip was corrected using septal extension graft and ear cartilage overlapping graft.
Why does my nose look long?
If there is a lack of volume in the entire face, especially the forehead, the nose can appear relatively longer. In the case study, the lack of forehead volume made the nose look long and gave an older impression, so full-face fat grafting was performed concurrently.
Can nose surgery and fat grafting be done together?
Yes, they can be performed simultaneously. The patient in this case also underwent rhinoplasty (nasal bridge and tip) and full-face fat grafting together to enhance overall facial volume and achieve a vibrant, youthful contour.
When were the post-operative results checked?
The progress was checked one month after the surgery. At the 1-month mark, we confirmed that the entire face had gained volume, and the long nasal tip angle was ideally adjusted, resulting in a much more vibrant and youthful appearance.