2026-05-25
Short Nose Rhinoplasty and Alar Reduction
A case study of a female patient in her 20s who underwent short nose correction, bulbous nose refinement, and alar reduction to achieve a sophisticated profile.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 20s
# My nose is short and looks upturned. It is also stressful that it looks wide from the front!
* Consultation
# Her biggest concern was that her nostrils were highly visible from the front due to a short nasal tip.
# She also requested correction for a bulbous nose. While it was traditionally called a ‘lucky nose’ in the past, many people now seek improvement due to its blunt appearance.
# We determined that a satisfying nose line could be achieved by refining the nasal tip while simultaneously raising the bridge.
* Surgical Plan
# Nasal Tip Surgery (Short nose correction, bulbous nose correction, alar reduction)
# Nasal Bridge Surgery (Implant, osteotomy)
* Post-operative Progress
# The patient wanted to transition from a round, cute-looking nose to a sleek, straight-semi-basal line. I am pleased that the desired nose shape harmonizes well with her overall facial features.
# By correcting the short and blunt nose, her overall image now appears much more sophisticated!
Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
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Dr. Yoo Young-moon, Representative Director of VIBE Plastic Surgery
Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur after surgery. These vary by individual and require careful attention.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is short nose surgery necessary?
Short nose surgery may be considered when the tip of the nose is short, making the nostrils overly visible from the front, or when the nose appears upturned. It helps to extend the nasal tip, adjust the overall length of the nose, and create a balanced impression.
How is bulbous nose correction performed?
Bulbous nose correction is a surgery that refines a blunt and dull-looking nasal tip. Through tip plasty, the cartilage at the nasal tip can be gathered or rearranged to create a sophisticated nose line.
What effects can be expected from alar reduction surgery?
Alar reduction surgery is effective when the nostrils appear wide and flared from the front. It helps to reduce the width of the alar, making the nose appear slimmer and more refined.
Are there methods other than implants for bridge augmentation?
Yes, in addition to using implants for bridge augmentation, osteotomy can be performed concurrently. In the case mentioned, a plan was made to use both an implant and osteotomy to heighten the bridge line and improve the overall shape of the nose.
What kind of nose line can be achieved after rhinoplasty?
After rhinoplasty, various nose lines can be achieved to match individual facial harmony and desired image. In the case mentioned, a sophisticated image was achieved by transforming a round and cute nose into a straight-with-a-slight-curve (jikban-line) nose that extends elegantly.