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When the philtrum appears long due to aging or congenital reasons, philtrum reduction surgery is often chosen. However, because the scars under the nose can be long and thick, many people may have considered philtrum reduction surgery but ultimately decided against it. For this reason, the philtrum reduction surgery we perform at Woori Plastic Surgery... Hello. Beauty is Woori, this is Dr. Cha from Woori Beauty TV.

The face can be divided into three areas: the upper, middle, and lower face. Among these, the middle face is the area that catches the eye first and holds attention the longest. Thus, it has a significant influence on a person’s impression and overall image. Of course, having beautiful individual features like eyes, nose, lips, and facial lines is very important,

but if the proportions are not harmonious, it is difficult to convey a beautiful or handsome image. Generally, if the middle face is long, it can make a person look older than their actual age. A long nose and a long philtrum, in particular, have a major impact on the middle face. Today, I’d like to discuss ways to improve the length of the middle face through surgical techniques.

First, let’s consider the nose. Some people naturally have a long nose, while others have a hooked or droopy nose, which makes the middle face appear longer. In these cases, smoothing out the hump and straightening the nose line or lifting the droopy tip of the nose can make the middle face look shorter.

During this process, adjusting the nasolabial angle (the angle between the base of the nose and the upper lip) effectively can significantly enhance the appearance of a shorter middle face. I believe the philtrum is just as important, if not more important, than the nose.

People often opt for philtrum reduction surgery when the philtrum appears long after jaw or orthodontic treatments, or due to aging or congenital reasons. The length typically reduced during surgery is about 20-30%, making it quite effective. However, the commonly known method called the “bull's horn” technique

leaves long and thick scars under the nose, which has deterred many people from undergoing philtrum reduction surgery. For this reason, the philtrum reduction surgery at Woori Plastic Surgery avoids external incisions under the nose and hides scars as much as possible inside the nose. Instead of simply removing and suturing the skin, we perform a triple fixation of the orbicularis oris muscle deep inside the nose,

preventing scars from widening over time. Additionally, we sometimes combine it with procedures such as nasolabial angle adjustment, nostril reduction, lip corner lift, or lip reshaping surgeries. Through our middle face package, we can create a more beautiful and natural look. We hope you’ll take interest in this.

Today, we discussed methods to improve the appearance of a long middle face through surgical techniques. If you have any questions, please leave them in the comments. Beauty is Woori, this has been Dr. Cha from Woori Beauty TV. Thank you.