2026-05-25
VIBE Plastic Surgery: Implant-Free Bulbous Nose Rhinoplasty!
A case study of a 20-year-old female who achieved a refined, natural look through implant-free rhinoplasty, correcting a bulbous tip and dorsal hump.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 20s
# Droopy and blunt nose tip & unevenness due to a dorsal hump
* Consultation
1. Her primary concern was that her nose appeared large due to a blunt and wide nose tip.
2. She had previously tried fillers, but was dissatisfied as they made the nose look even ‘fatter’.
3. She also wanted to improve the uneven side profile caused by a dorsal hump.
4. Since the bridge of her nose was not low, we planned for an implant-free surgery.
5. As the nostrils appeared wide, we decided to include alar reduction for improvement.
* Surgical Plan
1. Bridge Rhinoplasty
- Dorsal hump correction
- Implant-free
- Osteotomy
2. Tip Rhinoplasty
- Septal extension graft
- Correction of bulbous tip, long nose, and nasolabial angle
- Alar reduction
* Post-operative Progress
1. The post-operative results show a natural yet sharp nose tip.
2. By correcting the long and bulbous nose, a feminine and sophisticated look was achieved, leading to high patient satisfaction.
3. If the bridge is sufficiently high, a natural nasal line can be created without using implants.
Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
VIBE comes from rich experience.
Dr. Yoo Young-moon, Representative Director of VIBE Plastic Surgery
VIBE Plastic Surgery complies with all 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
In what cases is non-implant bulbous nose surgery possible?
Yes, non-implant bulbous nose surgery is possible if the bridge of the nose is sufficiently high. In this case, a natural nose line can be created without using implants.
How is the nasal tip improved during bulbous nose surgery?
The nasal tip can be improved through septal extension grafting during nasal tip surgery. This allows for the correction of a blunt nasal tip, a long nose, and the nasolabial angle, and alar reduction can also be performed simultaneously.
Can a hooked nose also be corrected without implants?
Yes, a hooked nose can also be corrected without implants. In this case, osteotomy was performed to improve the uneven line for hump correction during bridge augmentation.
Is surgery possible even if I have previous experience with nose filler procedures?
Yes, it is possible. This patient also had previous experience with filler procedures but was dissatisfied because it made her nose look fatter. You can plan your surgery after consulting with a plastic surgeon.
How did the nose line change after surgery?
After the surgery, a natural yet sharp nasal tip was achieved. The long nose and bulbous nose were corrected, transforming into a feminine and sophisticated nose line, which satisfied the patient.