2026-05-24
Achieving a Sophisticated Facial Profile with Forehead Fat Grafting and No-Implant Rhinoplasty :D
A case study of a female patient in her 20s who achieved a refined look through no-implant rhinoplasty and forehead fat grafting.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 20s
# Medical History: Previous filler and Hiko (thread lift) procedures
# Droopy, bulbous nasal tip & unevenness caused by a dorsal hump
# Flat forehead lacking volume
* Consultation
1. Although she had undergone Hiko procedures and nose fillers, she was dissatisfied because the bulbous and wide shape of the nasal tip remained unimproved.
2. She also wanted to correct the uneven side profile caused by the dorsal hump.
3. Since the bridge of her nose was not low, we planned the surgery using a ‘no-implant’ approach.
4. We planned to improve the flat forehead and temples through autologous micro-fat grafting.
* Surgical Plan
1. Rhinoplasty (Bridge)
- Dissolving existing fillers and removing foreign substances (Hiko threads)
- Hump correction
- No-implant technique
2. Nasal Tip Surgery
- Correction of bulbous tip and nasolabial angle
3. Autologous Micro-Fat Grafting
* Post-operative Progress
1. The post-operative results show a natural yet well-defined nasal tip.
2. Correcting the bulbous tip resulted in a more feminine and sophisticated nose, which was very satisfying.
3. If the bridge is already sufficiently high, a natural nasal line can be achieved without the use of implants.
4. By restoring facial volume through fat grafting, an even more refined look was achieved ^^
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Vibe Plastic Surgery - Representative Director, Dr. Yoo Young-moon
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, so caution is advised.
Frequently Asked Questions
In what cases is non-implant rhinoplasty suitable?
If the bridge of the nose is sufficiently high, a natural nose line can be created without using implants. The patient in this case also had a non-low nasal bridge, so non-implant surgery was planned.
How was forehead volume improved?
Forehead volume was improved through autologous micro-fat grafting. Autologous fat was transplanted into the patient's flat and volumeless forehead and temple areas to restore volume.
Can a hooked nose be corrected without implants?
Yes, a hooked nose can be corrected without implants. In this case, the hooked nose was corrected without implants to improve the bumpy side profile.
What should I do if I have received filler or Hiko treatment before rhinoplasty?
If you have received filler or Hiko treatment before rhinoplasty, the surgical plan may include dissolving the filler and removing foreign substances (Hiko threads). In this case, surgery was performed after removing filler and Hiko threads.
Can a bulbous nose with a blunt tip be improved?
Yes, a blunt nose tip and a bulbous nose can be improved. In this case, a feminine and sophisticated nose tip was achieved through bulbous nose and nasolabial angle correction.