Accurately Identifying the Cause of a Man’s Hump Nose

Hello. We are Ozico N+Plus Clinic, which has spent only 16 years focusing on your healthy and beautiful nose.

This time, we have prepared information about man’s hump nose rhinoplasty performed after accurately identifying the cause.

In modern times, appearance is also seen as a form of competitiveness, and it has become a trend for people of all ages and genders to make efforts to improve how they look. However, 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 prominent feature, so its shape can affect the impression we give. On the other hand, if the shape of the nose is refined and straightened, it can create a softer and more favorable image, which is why it is such a popular cosmetic procedure.

Therefore, those looking into rhinoplasty may seek improvement due to a low nose, a high nose, a hump, a crooked nose, an upturned nose, or a drooping nose. In particular, men may want more detailed information about man’s hump nose rhinoplasty because a hump caused by trauma can make the overall impression seem fierce or strong.

What is a hump nose? A hump nose refers to a nose in which the bridge rises prominently like an eagle’s beak and the tip is drooped downward. The causes of a hump nose are divided into congenital and acquired causes. Congenital causes can be related to genetic influence, while acquired causes are often due to trauma. Therefore, for those looking into man’s hump nose, accurately identifying the cause of the hump can help minimize the chance of recurrence.

For this reason, when it comes to man’s hump nose, some people try to improve it on their own through makeup or massage before considering surgery. However, since self-improvement is difficult in such cases, those considering surgery often prioritize an external approach. That said, because the condition of the internal nasal bones cannot be clearly confirmed just by looking, it can be helpful to proceed only after accurately checking the inside of the nose as well.

First, among those who consider man’s hump nose from a cosmetic perspective, there are various types such as a drooping tip, an upturned tip, a mild hump, a severe hump, a low bridge, a high bridge, and a wide nasal bridge bone. Surgery is performed by distinguishing these types and setting different surgical methods and materials accordingly. Therefore, if you are considering surgery, it is important not to self-diagnose but to first understand the current condition of the inside and outside of the nose accurately through a consultation before proceeding.

At Ozico N+Plus Clinic, to ensure safe and satisfactory man’s hump nose surgery, the current condition of the nose is accurately assessed through preoperative 3D-CT imaging, internal endoscopic imaging, various allergy tests, and nasal function tests. Based on the collected data, a surgical plan is established before the procedure is performed.

Man’s hump nose surgery is generally divided into three main types: a hump nose with a high bridge, a hump nose with a low bridge, and a mild hump nose.

In the case of a hump nose with a high bridge, after removing the hump on the bridge, the overall line is corrected using only the tip with autologous cartilage, without using an implant in the bridge. If the area that needs to be removed from the bridge is wide, a lateral osteotomy is additionally performed.

In the case of a hump nose with a low bridge, after removing the hump on the bridge, an implant is inserted and the overall line is corrected with autologous cartilage for the tip. If the area that needs to be removed from the bridge is wide, a lateral osteotomy is additionally performed.

Lastly, in the case of a mild hump nose, after removing the hump on the bridge, the overall bridge line is corrected, and the tip is also refined with autologous cartilage to create an overall balanced line.

The materials used in man’s hump nose surgery usually involve silicone for the bridge and autologous cartilage for the tip. The autologous cartilage used for the tip includes ear cartilage, septal cartilage, and autologous rib cartilage, and the material is selected after preoperative tests. However, if the use of autologous cartilage is unavoidable, it can be replaced with donated rib cartilage approved by the U.S. FDA.

In the case of silicone used for the bridge, the surgery is performed not with a pre-manufactured silicone product, but with silicone that is finely shaped directly after considering the patient’s overall image as well as the width, length, breadth, and height of the bridge. This allows for a more satisfying man’s hump nose surgery.

As such, when man’s hump nose surgery is performed, the procedure is tailored to each individual according to the condition of the nasal bones, skin, and cartilage. The key points of hump nose surgery are to completely remove the hump so that it does not recur and to ensure that there are no problems with the internal nasal function. Therefore, those looking into man’s hump nose surgery may find it helpful to carefully check whether the medical staff have strong anatomical knowledge of the nose, whether they have sufficient experience and expertise, whether the clinic is equipped with devices that can accurately assess the condition of the nose, and whether aftercare is reliably guaranteed.

At Ozico N+Plus Clinic, Director Yoon Hyun-cheol personally handles one-on-one care throughout the entire process, from consultation regarding man’s hump nose, to surgical planning, the procedure itself, treatment, and follow-up appointments. This allows patients to receive high-level medical service from before surgery through recovery.

For aftercare, the clinic issues an N+Plus membership card and provides a one-year warranty after surgery through its A/S system. In addition, to prepare for any situation that may arise after surgery, such as pain, inflammation, or dissatisfaction with the shape, the clinic operates a surgical responsibility guarantee system, allowing for safer and more satisfactory man’s hump nose surgery.

(The image above shows before-and-after photos of man’s hump nose surgery at Ozico N+Plus Clinic.)

That concludes the information we shared about man’s hump nose surgery performed at Ozico N+Plus Clinic. We hope this post has been very helpful for those currently looking into man’s hump nose surgery because of a hump nose. Thank you.