2026-05-24
Stunning Transformation of a Low and Blunt Bulbous Nose!
A case study of a 20-year-old female who achieved a refined, sophisticated look through bulbous nose correction, bridge augmentation, and nasolabial angle adjustment.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 20s
# Stressed due to a low and bulbous nose.
* Consultation
# The patient visited to correct a bulbous nose. While traditionally called a ‘lucky nose’ in Korea, many seek improvement because it can give a blunt or heavy impression.
# We determined that slimming the tip while raising and smoothing the bridge line would produce a satisfying result.
* Surgical Plan
# Tip Plasty
- Bulbous nose correction
- Nasolabial angle correction
# Rhinoplasty (Bridge)
- Silicone implant
- Osteotomy
* Post-operative Progress
# There are various 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. This involves sculpting the skin and soft tissue to be thinner and reshaping the cartilage to create a sharp, defined tip.
# We achieved an ideal tip angle. The nasolabial angle must be corrected for the tip to look much more lifted and defined. The importance of the nasolabial angle cannot be overemphasized!
# With the bulbous nose corrected, her overall impression has changed to a more sophisticated look! I am glad the nose shape and the overall facial harmony turned out exactly as she wanted. ^^
Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
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Vibe Plastic Surgery, Chief Surgeon 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, and caution is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of bulbous noses are there?
Yes, there are several types of bulbous noses. They can mainly be divided into cases where the skin is thick, where the soft tissues such as subcutaneous fat are thick, and where the cartilage is spread out and wide, and they can also appear in combination.
How is bulbous nose correction performed?
Bulbous nose correction is customized according to complex causes. The skin and soft tissues are thinned, the cartilage is gathered to create a sharp shape, and an ideal nose line is achieved through tip plasty and nasolabial angle correction.
What implants are used for bridge augmentation?
In this case, a silicone implant was used for bridge augmentation to raise and smooth the bridge line. Osteotomy may also be performed in some cases.
Is nasolabial angle correction important in nose surgery?
Yes, nasolabial angle correction is very important in nose surgery. When the nasolabial angle is ideally enhanced, the nasal tip looks much sharper, and it greatly affects the overall nose line and impression.
How does the impression change after bulbous nose surgery?
After bulbous nose surgery, the overall impression can change to a more refined one. As the blunt nose becomes slender and sharp, the overall harmony of the face improves, leading to satisfactory results.
Which hospital should I go to for bulbous nose surgery?
It is recommended to consult and undergo bulbous nose surgery with a plastic surgeon. You can expect safe and satisfactory results by receiving treatment from a specialist with extensive experience.