2026-05-24
A Sophisticated, Three-Dimensional Look Achieved Through Short Nose Correction and Forehead Volumizing!
See how a 30-year-old patient achieved a sophisticated profile through short nose correction and full-face fat grafting after unsuccessful Hiko thread treatments.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 30s
# Medical History: 3 previous Hiko thread lift procedures (+)
# Complaints: Despite multiple Hiko treatments, there was no effect. The nose looks short, blunt, and upturned. The line connecting the forehead to the bridge of the nose is too flat.
* Consultation
# The patient visited us seeking correction for a short nose. She had undergone Hiko thread lifts three times based on recommendations that it would improve her condition, but she was never satisfied. (Of course, Hiko treatments can never truly correct a short nose!)
# We planned to improve the short nose while simultaneously creating a more three-dimensional facial shape by adding volume to the forehead.
* Surgical Plan
# Short Nose Rhinoplasty
- Removal of Hiko threads
- Tip plasty (Bulbous nose & Short nose correction)
- Nasal bridge implant
# Fat Grafting (Full face including forehead and temples)
* Post-operative Progress
# After correcting the short nose, a much more sophisticated and sleek nasal line was achieved, and the patient was very satisfied.
# She was particularly happy that the excessively visible nostrils were naturally lowered and that the line from the forehead to the bridge of the nose became more elegant!
# When planning rhinoplasty, you shouldn’t look at the nose in isolation. You must consider the overall proportions and changes of the entire face to find ideal beauty!
Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
The VIBE that comes from extensive 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
Can a short nose be corrected with Hiko treatment?
No, the text states that Hiko treatment absolutely cannot improve a short nose. Surgical rhinoplasty should be considered for short nose correction.
How is short nose rhinoplasty performed?
The text explains that short nose rhinoplasty involved removing previously inserted Hiko threads, performing tip plasty (for bulbous and short noses), and inserting a dorsal implant.
Why is forehead fat grafting performed along with nose surgery?
Forehead fat grafting during nose surgery adds volume to the line from the forehead to the bridge of the nose, enhancing overall facial dimensionality and creating a sophisticated impression.
Can nostril show also be improved after nose surgery?
Yes, it is possible. The case in the text mentions that after short nose rhinoplasty, the previously upturned nostrils naturally lowered, and the patient was satisfied.
What should be considered when planning nose surgery?
The text emphasizes that when planning nose surgery, one should not only look at the nose but also consider the overall facial proportions and changes to achieve ideal beauty.