2026-05-25
Revision Rhinoplasty (L-shaped Implant, Nasolabial Angle Correction)
A case study of a revision rhinoplasty for a female patient in her 30s to replace an L-shaped silicone implant and improve the nasolabial angle.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 30s
# Had L-shaped silicone surgery several years ago
# Desires a more prominent columella and a higher nasal tip
* Consultation
# A pre-operative CT scan confirmed the presence of an L-shaped implant. Although not fully captured in the photos, the skin at the tip of the nose had thinned and become reddish.
# We planned to improve the retracted columella and the nasal tip, which lacked sufficient projection.
* Surgical Plan
# Nasal Tip Surgery
- Columella correction
- Drooping tip correction
# Bridge Surgery (Implant replacement)
* Post-operative Progress
# The patient wanted a sleek, straight-semi-curved line. I am pleased that the desired nose shape harmonizes well with her overall facial features.
# With the improvement of the columella and the blunt tip, her overall image appears much more sophisticated!
Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
VIBE that comes from extensive experience.
Dr. Yoo Young-moon, 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
In what cases is nose revision surgery considered?
In this case, revision surgery was considered to improve the problem of the nasal tip skin thinning and reddening after L-silicone implant surgery several years ago, and the columella retracting, preventing the nasal tip from extending sufficiently. Revision surgery can be planned when there are side effects from a previous surgery or unsatisfactory results.
Does an L-implant affect nose revision surgery?
Yes, it can affect it. A CT scan before surgery confirmed the presence of an L-implant, which was identified as one of the causes of the thinning nasal tip skin and was included in the implant replacement plan.
What were the main goals of this nose revision surgery?
The main goal was to improve the problem of the columella retracting, preventing the nasal tip from extending sufficiently. Additionally, it aimed to solve the problem of thinning nasal tip skin and create a straight-line nose that extends smoothly, as the patient desired.
How was the surgical plan specifically developed?
The surgical plan was developed to improve the nasal tip through nasal tip plasty, columella correction, and correction of a drooping nasal tip, and to replace the existing L-implant during nasal bridge plasty. This aimed to improve the overall nose shape and line.
What complications can occur after nose revision surgery?
Various complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry can occur after surgery. These complications may vary by individual, so caution is needed after surgery, and thorough consultation with medical staff is essential.
Where is this plastic surgery clinic located?
This plastic surgery clinic is located on the 8th floor of Urban Hive, 476 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. It is important to receive consultations and surgeries from a board-certified plastic surgeon.