2026-05-25
Rhinoplasty Revision (Deviated Nose, Drooping Tip)
A case study of a female patient in her 20s who underwent rhinoplasty revision to correct a deviated bridge and a drooping tip using donated rib cartilage.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 20s
# She underwent surgery with ear cartilage several years ago, but the nasal tip has since drooped. The bridge also appears deviated, and she wishes to have it corrected.
* Consultation
1. The patient visited the clinic because the implant appeared deviated over time and the nasal tip had drooped.
2. We planned to correct the drooping nasal tip and improve the deviation of the bridge.
3. Since ear cartilage had already been used, we decided to use donated rib cartilage for the revision.
* Surgical Plan
1. Bridge Rhinoplasty
- Correction of deviated nose (implant replacement)
2. Tip Rhinoplasty
- Septal extension graft
- Correction of drooping nasal tip
* Post-operative Progress
1. The post-operative results show a natural yet feminine, well-defined nasal tip.
2. As the nasal tip became more defined, the face looks more sophisticated and even smaller as an added bonus!
‘It has been about 3 months since my revision surgery with donated rib cartilage. Looking at my old photos compared to now, I can see a huge difference. I used to worry about my low bridge, but I am so satisfied because it has been raised naturally. People around me say it looks so good and natural that they wouldn’t even know I had surgery if I didn’t tell them! Also, I am very happy that there is no drooping of the tip. I was worried that the swelling might take a long time to go down, but fortunately, it subsided on its own. In fact, I think my swelling went down faster than others. Now that my nose is done, I want to get other procedures too. If I had to choose a hospital, I’d want to go back to Vibe Plastic Surgery where Dr. Young Moon Yoo is. Once my nose fully settles, I’ll have to look into other areas!’ – A real review from our patient
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Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur after surgery depending on the individual, and caution is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What cartilage is used for revision rhinoplasty?
If ear cartilage was previously used, revision surgery can be performed using donated costal cartilage. This is utilized to improve various issues such as a drooping nasal tip or a deviated nose.
Can a deviated nose be corrected with revision rhinoplasty?
Yes, it is possible. In this case, the deviated nose was corrected through implant replacement, and dorsal augmentation was performed to improve the overall nasal line.
How is a drooping nasal tip corrected?
A drooping nasal tip can be corrected through septal extension grafting and nasal tip plasty. This can create a sharp and natural nasal tip line.
How long does swelling last after revision rhinoplasty?
There are individual differences, but the patient in this case mentioned that their swelling subsided faster than others. Swelling resolves naturally and did not significantly interfere with daily life.
What is the satisfaction level after revision rhinoplasty?
The patient in this case was very satisfied with the natural yet sharp nasal tip and refined impression after the surgery. They also received compliments from others that the results were subtle and well-done.