2026-05-24
Real Story 10: Correcting a Long, Bulbous Tip and Nasolabial Angle
A 30-year-old woman achieves a refined, youthful look through rhinoplasty to correct a long, drooping nose tip and a retracted columella.
* Patient Profile
# Female in her 30s
# Previously tried nose fillers but was unsatisfied with the results.
# Primary Concerns: A long, drooping, and bulbous nose tip. The tip appears even more saggy due to a recessed nasolabial angle.
* Consultation
# Her biggest stress factor was the long, drooping nose tip, which made her look older than her actual age.
# She also wanted to address the bulbous appearance of the tip.
# Specifically, we planned to improve the retracted columella (columellar extension/plasty) to correct the nasolabial angle.
* Surgical Plan
1. Bridge Rhinoplasty
2. Tip Rhinoplasty
- Septal extension graft
- Columellar extension/plasty: Nasolabial angle improvement
- Bulbous nose correction
* Post-operative Progress
1. A natural yet sharp and defined nose tip was achieved after surgery.
2. Before surgery, the drooping tip made the columella look retracted. By extending the columella through surgery, the nasolabial angle was restored, making the line connecting the nose to the philtrum much more sophisticated and beautiful.
3. Correcting the long, bulbous nose resulted in a sophisticated nasal profile, which was very satisfying. :)
Consultations and surgeries should always be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
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VIBE Plastic Surgery, Lead Surgeon Dr. Yoo Young-moon
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, so caution is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is rhinoplasty possible after nose filler treatment?
Yes, it is possible. The patient in this case was not satisfied after nose filler treatment and achieved satisfactory results through rhinoplasty, improving a long, drooping, blunt nasal tip and a sunken nasolabial angle.
How can a drooping nasal tip and a blunt nasal tip be improved?
A drooping nasal tip can be improved with tip plasty, such as septal extension grafting, and a blunt nasal tip can be transformed into a refined and sharp line through bulbous nose correction.
How is nasolabial angle correction performed?
Nasolabial angle correction can be performed through columella reduction (columella plasty). This refines the line connecting the nose to the philtrum, making the overall impression more beautiful.
What changes can be expected after rhinoplasty?
After rhinoplasty, a natural yet sharp nasal tip is achieved, and the previously drooping nasal tip and retracted columella are improved, revitalizing the nasolabial angle and creating a refined nose line.
What is columella reduction surgery?
Columella reduction surgery is a plastic surgery that improves the columella, the pillar of the nose, and is mainly performed when the nasolabial angle appears recessed, making the nasal tip look more drooping. Through this surgery, the nasolabial angle can be corrected and the line between the nose and philtrum can be made more refined.