2026-05-25
No-Implant Rhinoplasty (Foreign Body Removal, Bulbous Nose & Columella Correction)
A case study of a 20s female achieving a refined, natural look through no-implant rhinoplasty, foreign body removal, and bulbous nose correction.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 20s
# Previously received Hiko (thread lift) & nose fillers (+), but the bridge appeared wide and the results were ineffective.
# Bulbous and drooping nasal tip
* Consultation
1. The patient mentioned receiving Hiko and nose fillers several years ago. However, she was dissatisfied because the bridge looked wide and the nasal tip showed no improvement.
2. The nose appeared large and bulbous, with a drooping tip.
3. She desired a slimmer, sharper, and more sophisticated look than her current state. We also planned to correct the nasolabial angle through columella surgery.
* Surgical Plan
1. Bridge Rhinoplasty
- No-implant
- Foreign body removal
- Osteotomy
2. Tip Rhinoplasty
- Septal extension graft
- Columella surgery: Nasolabial angle improvement
- Bulbous nose correction
* Post-operative Progress
1. The post-operative results show a natural yet sharp nasal tip.
2. Before surgery, the retracted columella made the nose look long and bulbous. By improving the nasolabial angle through surgery, the line connecting the nose to the philtrum has become more sophisticated and beautiful.
3. Correcting the bulbous nose resulted in a feminine and refined look, which was very satisfying. ^^
4. If the bridge is already sufficiently high, a natural nasal line can be achieved without using implants!!
Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
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Vibe Plastic Surgery Clinic, Chief Surgeon Yoo Young-moon
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
In what cases is non-implant rhinoplasty suitable?
If the bridge of the nose is sufficiently high, a natural nose line can be created without using implants. It can be considered, especially if you were dissatisfied after a previous procedure or if foreign material needs to be removed.
Is non-implant rhinoplasty possible after nose filler or Hiko procedures?
Yes, it is possible. In this case, a person who received Hiko and nose fillers several years ago improved their nose bridge and tip through non-implant rhinoplasty after removing the foreign material.
How is bulbous nose correction performed?
Bulbous nose correction is performed as part of tip rhinoplasty. By using septal extension grafting, a blunt and droopy nasal tip can be improved to create a feminine and sophisticated nose.
What is columella plasty and what are its effects?
Columella plasty is a surgery that corrects the nasolabial angle. If the columella is retracted, making the nose appear long and blunt, columella plasty can refine the line connecting the nose to the philtrum by enhancing the nasolabial angle.
How is the nasal bridge corrected during non-implant rhinoplasty?
During non-implant rhinoplasty, the nasal bridge can be corrected through foreign material removal and osteotomy. This can improve a wide-looking nasal bridge to be slender and prominent.
How does the nasal tip change after surgery?
After surgery, the nasal tip is completed naturally yet prominently through septal extension grafting and columella plasty. The improved droopy nasal tip gives an overall sophisticated impression.