2026-05-24
Bulbous & Short Nose Correction: Can the Front View Look This Good Too?
A case study of a 30-year-old female undergoing revision rhinoplasty to correct a short, bulbous nose, resulting in a more refined front and side profile.

* Basic Information
# Female in her 30s
# Medical History: Previous closed rhinoplasty with bridge implant (+)
# Stress Factors: The nose still looks low, short, and wide!
* Consultation
# Despite having an implant in the bridge, she was concerned that the nose appeared too low, short, and the tip looked wide and bulbous.
# We must focus on correcting the short nose to make the nostrils less visible!
# Correct the bulbous tip, but avoid making it look too sharp!
* Surgical Plan
# Short nose correction (reducing nostril visibility)
# Nasolabial angle correction
# Bulbous nose correction












* Post-operative Progress
1. In the post-operative results, a natural yet defined nose tip was achieved with reduced nostril visibility, exactly as requested.
2. By improving the nasolabial angle, the line connecting the nose to the philtrum has become more sophisticated and beautiful.
3. The patient was very satisfied as the wide alar area became slimmer, adding three-dimensional depth to a previously flat-looking face, which also created a more youthful appearance.
4. The bulbous nose correction resulted in a much slimmer front profile, leading to high patient satisfaction.
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Vibe Plastic Surgery, Chief Surgeon Dr. Yoo Young-moon
Vibe Plastic Surgery complies with all medical laws. These before-and-after photos were taken under the same conditions and used 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 I avoid my nose becoming too pointy after a bulbous nose correction?
Yes, it is possible. The patient in this case also did not want her nose to become too pointy after a bulbous nose correction, and she was highly satisfied with the natural yet sharp nose tip. Personal preferences can be reflected in the surgical plan.
Can a short nose correction make my nostrils less visible?
Yes, it is possible. Short nose correction can be performed with the goal of making the nostrils less visible, and in this case, a natural nose tip was achieved where the nostrils were not overly exposed.
What effects does nasolabial angle correction provide?
Nasolabial angle correction is a surgery that improves the angle connecting the nose and the philtrum. In this case, the patient saw a more refined and beautiful line connecting the nose to the philtrum as the nasolabial angle was enhanced.
What is the overall change in facial impression after bulbous nose correction?
After bulbous nose correction, the wide nasal base can become slimmer, and the previously flat-looking face can gain more dimension. The patient in this case was highly satisfied, even achieving a more youthful appearance.
Is revision surgery possible even if I have had a previous nasal bridge implant surgery?
Yes, it is possible. The patient in this case also had a history of non-incisional nasal bridge implant surgery, but underwent revision surgery due to problems such as a low, short, and wide-looking nose, achieving satisfactory results.