A Refined Line Through Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty

Because the aesthetic standards we think of have risen significantly in modern times, people of all ages and genders may worry about their appearance. Among the features of our face, the nose is located at the center and is the most three-dimensional area, so when its shape differs from what an individual considers ideal, the overall balance of the face can appear disrupted. For that reason, it is fair to say that it is one of the first concerns in cosmetic surgery.

Therefore, for those looking into rhinoplasty, each person has different conditions such as the state of the nasal bone, skin, cartilage, and whether there are functional problems inside the nose. Harmony with the facial shape must also be considered. It is important that surgery is performed with the method and materials best suited to the individual’s condition. Today, I would like to explain rib cartilage rhinoplasty, which uses one of the various materials available and is known for being large and firm.

The nose shapes of people considering rib cartilage rhinoplasty can be categorized as having a bridge or tip that is too low, a hump, an upturned nose, a crooked nose, a drooping nose, or a bulbous nose. In general, the common approach to rhinoplasty is to improve the bridge with silicone and the tip with autologous cartilage.

Autologous cartilage includes septal cartilage, ear cartilage, and autologous rib cartilage. The most commonly used materials are septal cartilage, which divides our nostrils in half, and ear cartilage, which is located on the outer and inner parts of the ear. Autologous rib cartilage, which is cartilage from the ribs, is widely known as a material used for revision surgery, but nowadays it is also used in primary surgery.

Rib cartilage rhinoplasty refers to using the soft cartilage located at the front of the ribs in our body, called autologous rib cartilage. Because this cartilage is large and firm, it has the advantage of allowing the nasal tip to be firmly fixed without drooping during rib cartilage rhinoplasty. However, if the use of autologous rib cartilage is difficult, donated rib cartilage approved by the U.S. FDA may be used for the procedure.

At N Plus, when performing rib cartilage rhinoplasty, they conduct multi-angle photography, internal endoscopic imaging, various allergy tests, nasal functional tests, and 3D-CT imaging before surgery to provide highly specialized consultation. After accurately determining the individual’s external and internal nasal condition, they establish and carry out a surgical plan based on the collected data.

Rib cartilage rhinoplasty is carried out in three ways, and the surgery is classified according to whether both the bridge and tip are low, only the bridge is low, or only the tip is low.

In rib cartilage rhinoplasty, if only the bridge is low, the bridge can be raised using rib cartilage or replaced with silicone. If both the bridge and tip are low, the overall line can be corrected by using silicone or rib cartilage for the bridge and rib cartilage for the tip.

When performing rib cartilage rhinoplasty, silicone may be used if necessary. In such cases, the silicone used is not simply a commercially produced implant as is. Instead, it is carefully trimmed by hand after considering various aspects such as the person’s overall image and the bridge’s width, length, breadth, and height, which can lead to greater satisfaction.

Accordingly, rib cartilage rhinoplasty should not only consider the external appearance of the nose but also the functional aspects inside the nose. Because it is among the more difficult types of cosmetic surgery, it is helpful to carefully check whether the medical team has strong anatomical knowledge of the nose, whether they have abundant experience and clinical background, whether equipment is available to accurately assess the condition of your nose, and whether aftercare can be reliably guaranteed.

At N Plus, Director Yun Hyeon-cheol, with more than 20 years of experience, personally oversees everything one-on-one, from consultation related to rib cartilage rhinoplasty to surgical planning, procedure, treatment, and follow-up visits. This allows the clinic to provide high-level medical services from before surgery to after surgery.

Even after surgery, N Plus issues a membership card and provides an after-sales service system guaranteed for one year after the procedure. They also operate a surgical responsibility guarantee system prepared for any situation that may arise after surgery, such as postoperative pain, inflammation, or dissatisfaction with the shape, so you can receive solid aftercare benefits as well.

(The image above shows before-and-after photos of rib cartilage rhinoplasty performed at N Plus.)

Today, I shared information about rib cartilage rhinoplasty performed at N Plus. Among those looking into rhinoplasty, I hope this article was very helpful for anyone curious about rib cartilage rhinoplasty, one of the materials used in rhinoplasty. Thank you.

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