Tip Plasty Through Tip Cartilage Stitching

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What we prepared this time is information related to tip plasty through tip cartilage stitching.

Recently, through media outlets, self-care to improve one’s appearance into a more favorable image has been becoming a trend. Accordingly, people may try various things such as exercising or changing their hairstyle, but one area that is difficult to change despite these efforts is the shape of the nose. The nose is located at the center of our face and is the most three-dimensional feature, so if its shape is thought to be out of balance, the overall harmony of the face can be disrupted. For that reason, it is considered one of the most popular cosmetic procedures among our facial features. As a result, interest in rhinoplasty has increased for many people. Today, among rhinoplasty procedures, we would like to share information about tip plasty through tip cartilage stitching, without inserting silicone into the nasal bridge.

Therefore, the characteristics of people looking into nose surgery include having a low nose, a nose that is too large, a crooked nose, a drooping nose, a hump nose, or an upturned nose. When the shape of the nose falls outside the standard, attention tends to focus on the nose, highlighting its drawbacks and increasing the sense of complex, so many people want to improve the nose into a higher and straighter line.

However, among those looking into tip plasty, there are relatively many people who want the shape of the nose corrected in a more natural way rather than through full nose surgery. The types of people who look into tip plasty include cases where the nasal tip is low, the nasal tip is upturned, the nasal tip is drooping, the nasal tip is a hooked nose or long nose, or the nasal tip is broad. In particular, with nose surgery, the external appearance is important, but so is the functional aspect related to breathing and smelling. Therefore, surgery must be performed only after thoroughly understanding the inside of the nose. This can help prevent revision surgery caused by postoperative functional problems.

At Oji Plastic Surgery & Nplus, to ensure safe and satisfying tip plasty, we perform preoperative 3D-CT scans, internal endoscopy, various allergy tests, and internal nasal function tests to accurately analyze the causes related to the shape of the nasal tip. Based on the extracted data, we establish a plan and proceed with surgery.

If you check reviews for tip plasty methods, you may find terms such as tip cartilage stitching and columellar strut. Since the surgical method and materials differ depending on the individual’s condition, it is important to accurately assess the state of the nose, including the condition of the nasal bone, cartilage, skin, and internal functional problems, before surgery. Surgery is performed by dividing cases into a low nasal tip, an upturned nasal tip, a drooping nasal tip, and a broad nasal tip.

In the case of tip plasty for a low nasal tip, autologous cartilage is additionally grafted onto the tip cartilage to correct the nasal tip and design the overall nasal line.

In the case of tip plasty for an upturned nasal tip, a columellar strut is placed to prevent the nose from turning up again, or the septum is extended and additional autologous cartilage is placed on the supported nasal tip cartilage to correct the shape of the nasal tip and design the overall nasal line.

In the case of tip plasty for a drooping nasal tip, a columellar strut is placed to firmly fix the weakly drooping nasal tip cartilage, and then additional autologous cartilage is placed on the supported nasal tip cartilage to design the nasal tip shape and overall nasal line.

In the case of tip plasty for a broad nasal tip, the spread nasal cartilage is gathered together and firmly fixed through tip cartilage stitching, and if necessary, autologous cartilage is grafted to correct the overall shape.

The autologous cartilage materials used in tip plasty include septal cartilage, ear cartilage, and autologous rib cartilage. The material is also selected through preoperative examinations to suit the individual, and surgery is performed accordingly. If the use of autologous cartilage is difficult, donated rib cartilage approved by the U.S. FDA is used.

During tip plasty, silicone insertion into the nasal bridge may be chosen to add volume to the bridge. In the case of silicone used for bridge surgery, rather than using a pre-made commercial silicone as is, the procedure is carried out with a customized design after carefully shaping it by hand while considering the individual’s overall image as well as the width, length, breadth, and height of the nasal bridge, resulting in more satisfying tip plasty.

As such, tip plasty may seem like a simple procedure from the outside, but because it is performed after confirming internal function as well, it can be helpful to carefully check whether the medical staff have a high level of anatomical knowledge of the nose, whether they have abundant relevant experience and expertise, whether they are equipped with devices that can accurately assess the condition of your nose, and whether aftercare is carried out properly before making your choice.

At Oji Plastic Surgery & Nplus, CEO surgeon Yoon Hyun-cheol personally takes charge one-on-one and directly handles every step, from consultation related to tip plasty to surgical planning, procedure, treatment, and follow-up care. This allows for safe and satisfying tip plasty from before surgery through after surgery.

For postoperative aftercare, an Nplus membership card is issued, and an A/S system guaranteed for one year is provided. In addition, a surgical responsibility guarantee system is in place to prepare for all possible situations after surgery, such as postoperative pain, inflammation, and dissatisfaction with the result, so you can receive aftercare benefits even after surgery.

(The images above are actual before-and-after photos of tip cartilage stitching and tip plasty at Oji Plastic Surgery & Nplus.)

That concludes the information about tip plasty through tip cartilage stitching at Oji Plastic Surgery & Nplus. I hope this article is of great help to those who are currently considering tip plasty because they are unhappy with the shape of their nasal tip. Thank you.