2026-05-25
Correction of Low Bridge & Bulbous Nose
A case study of a 20-year-old female who achieved a refined, sleek nose profile through bulbous nose correction and bridge augmentation after unsatisfactory filler results.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 20s
# The bridge is low and uneven due to a dorsal hump.
# The tip is rounded, characteristic of a bulbous nose.
# Dissatisfied with the shape despite having received filler treatments twice.
* Consultation
# The patient visited us seeking correction for a bulbous nose that remained unresolved even after filler injections. While a ‘bulbous nose’ was traditionally thought to bring good fortune, many now seek improvement as it can create a blunt or heavy impression.
# Because the nose was low, her face appeared flatter and wider than it actually was.
# We determined that refining the nasal tip while raising and smoothing the bridge line would produce a highly satisfying result.
* Surgical Plan
# Dissolving existing fillers
# Tip plasty (Bulbous nose correction)
# Rhinoplasty (Silicone implant, hump reduction)
* Post-operative Progress
1. The septal cartilage was harvested while preserving the structure, and the nasal tip was shaped using both septal and ear cartilage. This resulted in a natural yet sharp ‘straight-semi-curved’ tip profile.
2. With the bulbous nose corrected, her overall impression looks much more sophisticated :)
Always seek consultation and surgery from a board-certified plastic surgeon!
VIBE coming from rich experience.
Dr. Young Moon Yoo, Representative Director of VIBE Plastic Surgery
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
Is nose surgery possible after filler treatment?
Yes, it is possible. The patient in this case also visited for nose surgery because they were not satisfied even after filler treatment. After dissolving the filler before surgery, tip plasty and bridge augmentation can be performed.
How is bulbous nose correction performed?
Bulbous nose correction is performed through tip plasty. In this case, the nasal tip was created using septal cartilage and ear cartilage to improve the blunt bulbous nose into a slender and sharp line.
How are a low nasal bridge and a hooked nose corrected?
A low nasal bridge can be augmented using silicone implants, and a hooked nose is corrected by shaving it down. This can create an overall smooth and satisfactory nasal bridge line.
What will the nasal tip line look like after nose surgery?
The nasal tip line after nose surgery can vary depending on the individual's facial harmony and desired shape. In this case, tip plasty using septal cartilage and ear cartilage resulted in a natural yet sharp, semi-upward curved nasal tip.
What materials can be used for nose surgery?
For nose surgery, autologous cartilage such as septal cartilage or ear cartilage can be primarily used for the nasal tip. Silicone implants can be used for the nasal bridge, and a hooked nose is corrected by shaving it down.