2026-05-25
Bulbous Nose Rhinoplasty
A case study of a 20-year-old female patient who underwent rhinoplasty to correct a low, bumpy nasal bridge with a hump and a blunt, bulbous nose tip.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 20s
# Low nasal bridge with an uneven surface due to a hump
# Blunt, bulbous nose tip
* Consultation
# The nasal bridge was low and appeared uneven due to a dorsal hump.
# The patient desired improvement for her blunt nose tip.
# Pre-operative CT scans showed a straight septum of sufficient size. We decided to elevate the tip using a septal extension graft and raise the bridge using a silicone implant.
* Surgical Plan
# Rhinoplasty for the bridge (Hump correction, silicone implant, osteotomy)
# Rhinoplasty for the tip (Bulbous nose correction, septal extension graft)
* Post-operative Progress
# We achieved an ideal nasal tip angle using septal cartilage and ear cartilage.
# With the bulbous nose corrected, her overall impression has become much more sophisticated!
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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
When can rhinoplasty for a bulbous nose be considered?
Yes, rhinoplasty for a bulbous nose can be considered if you have a low nasal bridge and a dorsal hump, making it appear uneven, or if you desire improvement for a blunt nasal tip. In this case, a 20-year-old woman's low and humped nasal bridge and blunt nasal tip were corrected.
What methods are mainly used in rhinoplasty for a bulbous nose?
For bulbous nose rhinoplasty, septal extension grafting can be utilized to raise the nasal tip. Silicone implants are used to heighten the nasal bridge, and dorsal hump correction and osteotomy may also be performed simultaneously.
Can a hooked nose also be corrected along with bulbous nose rhinoplasty?
Yes, a hooked nose can be corrected along with bulbous nose rhinoplasty. This case also included a plan to improve a low and humped nasal bridge through dorsal hump correction, silicone implants, and osteotomy.
How does the nasal tip change after surgery?
After surgery, the nasal tip can be created at an ideal angle using septal cartilage and ear cartilage. In this case, it was confirmed that the overall impression became more refined as the bulbous nose was corrected.
What are the possible side effects after rhinoplasty for a bulbous nose?
After rhinoplasty for a bulbous nose, various complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry can occur. These may vary depending on the individual, so caution is required.