Natural Correction for a Bulbous Nose!

* Basic Information

# Female in her 20s

# Low bridge and bulbous nose tip

# Desires correction for a dorsal hump and a slightly deviated appearance of the bridge.

* Consultation

# The patient visited seeking correction for a bulbous nose. While traditionally called a ‘lucky nose’ in Korea, many people seek improvement because it can create a blunt or heavy impression.

# We determined that a satisfying nose line could be achieved by refining the tip to be slimmer while raising and smoothing the bridge line.

# While a completely deviated nasal axis cannot be perfectly straightened in all cases, we proceeded with the surgery while taking great care to ensure it does not appear more deviated post-operatively.

* Surgical Plan

# Tip Plasty

- Bulbous nose correction

- Nasolabial angle correction

# Rhinoplasty (Bridge)

- Hump reduction

- Deviated nose correction

- Silicone implant

* Post-operative Progress

# There are several types of bulbous noses: 1. Thick skin, 2. Thick soft tissue (subcutaneous fat, etc.), 3. Splayed or wide cartilage. Since these factors usually occur in combination, it is best to correct each factor appropriately. We sculpted the skin and soft tissue to be thinner and reshaped the cartilage to create a sharp, sleek look.

# We achieved an ideal tip angle. The tip looks much more defined when the nasolabial angle is properly supported. The importance of the nasolabial angle cannot be overemphasized!

# With the bulbous nose corrected, her overall impression has transformed into a more sophisticated look! I am glad the desired nose shape harmonizes so well with her entire face. ^^

Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!

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VIBE Plastic Surgery - Chief Surgeon Young-moon Yu

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, and caution is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of bulbous nose are there?

Bulbous noses can be broadly divided into three types. First, when the skin is thick; second, when the soft tissues such as subcutaneous fat are thick; and third, when the cartilage is wide and spread out. Often, a combination of these factors is present, requiring correction tailored to each factor.

What surgical methods are used for bulbous nose correction?

For bulbous nose correction, the bulbous nose is directly corrected and the nasolabial angle is adjusted through tip plasty. The skin and soft tissues are thinned, and the cartilage is repositioned to create a sharp nose shape. This can be performed in conjunction with bridge augmentation.

Can a deviated nose also be corrected at the same time?

Yes, a deviated nose can be corrected at the same time. During bridge augmentation, a deviated nose can be corrected along with a hump nose. However, it may be difficult to completely correct a severely deviated nasal axis itself.

Is the tip angle important after rhinoplasty?

Yes, the tip angle is very important after rhinoplasty. The nose tip looks much sharper and more refined when the nasolabial angle is appropriately maintained. Achieving an ideal tip angle greatly influences the overall nose line.

Are silicone implants used for bridge augmentation?

Yes, silicone implants can be used for bridge augmentation. In this case, the use of silicone implants was included in the bridge augmentation plan. This helps to raise and smooth the bridge line.

How can bulbous nose correction change one's impression?

Bulbous nose correction can refine the overall impression. The bluntness is improved, and the tip becomes sharper, leading to better harmony and balance of the entire face, resulting in a more satisfying outcome.