2026-05-25
Male Short Nose Rhinoplasty
A case study of a male patient in his 20s who achieved a refined, masculine profile by correcting a short nose and humped bridge using autologous cartilage and implants.
* Basic Information
- Male in his 20s
- Low and short nasal bridge
- Uneven nasal line due to a dorsal hump
* Consultation
1. The patient was highly stressed by the uneven line caused by a combination of a low bridge and a dorsal hump.
2. This was a case where the nose appeared relatively short due to a protruding mouth structure.
3. Fortunately, the septal cartilage was sufficient in size and strength. However, since the skin was tight with little elasticity, we planned to raise the nose moderately using autologous cartilage without overextending the tissues.
* Surgical Plan
Bridge Rhinoplasty (Hump reduction, silicone implant)
Tip Rhinoplasty (Extension graft using septal cartilage + Ear cartilage: Onlay graft)
* Post-operative Progress
1. Before visiting our clinic, the patient had consulted at several other hospitals. He arrived feeling discouraged because he was told surgery wasn’t recommended as there wouldn’t be a significant change. However, after I thoroughly explained the surgical method and the expected post-operative shape, we proceeded, and he was delighted with the highly satisfying results.
2. Luckily, the septum was straight and had sufficient size and strength, allowing us to achieve great results with autologous cartilage. As expected, the skin lacked elasticity, so we focused on the line refinement without overstretching the area.
3. By raising the nose, his facial profile became more masculine and sophisticated. We also achieved a ‘two birds with one stone’ effect by improving the appearance of his protruding mouth. ^^
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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
Is surgery possible even if the nasal skin is tight and lacks elasticity?
Yes, it is possible. If there is insufficient skin elasticity, we do not excessively raise the nose. Instead, we consider the size and strength of the patient's septal cartilage and use autologous cartilage to focus on creating a natural line within a safe range.
What surgical method is applied when a short nose and a dorsal hump are present together?
For the nasal bridge, the dorsal hump is trimmed, and a silicone implant is used. The nasal tip is improved using autologous cartilage. In the case described in the text, septal cartilage was used for extension grafting at the nasal tip, and ear cartilage was used for overlapping grafting to create a smooth and natural nose line.
Does nose surgery also have the effect of improving a protruding mouth?
Yes, you can achieve a visual improvement. If the nose is low and short, the oral structure may appear relatively more prominent. By extending the nasal tip and raising the nasal bridge, the facial立体感 is enhanced, and the protruding mouth appears to recede, achieving a double effect.
Another hospital said that nose surgery would not be effective, but is surgery still possible?
Yes, we can confirm the possibility through an accurate consultation. The patient in the text was also discouraged after being told by another hospital that there would be no significant change and was not recommended for surgery. However, after sufficient consultation with a specialist, they found a suitable surgical method and achieved satisfactory results.