2026-05-25
No-Implant Rhinoplasty (Hump & Long Nose Correction) + Functional Rhinoplasty
A case study of a male patient in his 30s who achieved a natural, sharp nose profile using no-implant rhinoplasty and functional correction for a deviated septum.
* Basic Information
# Male in his 30s
# Long and blunt nasal tip
# Uneven bridge due to a nasal hump
* Consultation
1. The patient’s primary concern was a blunt nasal tip that drooped rather than extending cleanly.
2. He also wanted to improve the uneven side profile caused by a nasal hump.
3. Since the bridge height was sufficient, a no-implant rhinoplasty was planned.
4. For the deviated septum, functional rhinoplasty was planned to improve breathing.
* Surgical Plan
1. Bridge Rhinoplasty
- Hump correction
- Osteotomy
- No-implant (Autologous tissue only)
2. Tip Rhinoplasty
- Septal cartilage: Septal extension graft
- Ear cartilage: Onlay graft
- Correction of bulbous tip, long nose, and nasolabial angle
3. Functional Rhinoplasty
- Septoplasty (Deviated septum correction)
- Inferior turbinate resection
- Internal valve reconstruction
* Post-operative Progress
1. The post-operative results show a natural yet sharp and well-defined nasal tip.
2. If the bridge is already high enough, a natural nasal line can be achieved without using artificial implants. The process of creating a smooth line using only autologous cartilage is highly technical, so we recommend consulting with an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon.
3. In cases of severe septal deviation, functional rhinoplasty can correct breathing difficulties. You can achieve both aesthetic and functional improvements simultaneously!
Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
The ‘VIBE’ that comes from extensive experience.
Dr. Yoo Young-moon, Chief Director of VIBE Plastic Surgery
Complications such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur after surgery depending on the individual, and careful attention is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
In what cases is non-implant rhinoplasty suitable?
Non-implant rhinoplasty is suitable when the bridge of the nose is sufficiently high. It can create a natural nose line using autologous cartilage without implants, and can also correct a hooked nose.
Can a hooked nose and a long nose be corrected with non-implant rhinoplasty?
Yes, it is possible. Osteotomy is performed to correct a hooked nose, and septal cartilage and ear cartilage can be used during tip rhinoplasty to correct a long nose and a bulbous nose.
What is the purpose of functional rhinoplasty?
Functional rhinoplasty is performed to improve breathing difficulties caused by a deviated septum. Functional problems are resolved through septal deviation correction, inferior turbinate resection, and internal nasal valve reconstruction.
What cartilage is mainly used for tip rhinoplasty?
Autologous cartilage is mainly used for tip rhinoplasty. The shape of the nasal tip is improved through septal extension grafting using septal cartilage and onlay grafting using ear cartilage.
Why is experience important for non-implant rhinoplasty?
Non-implant rhinoplasty is a difficult surgery. It is important to have the procedure performed by a plastic surgeon with extensive experience in creating a smooth line with autologous cartilage without implants.