If hump nose surgery and alar reduction are performed together, it may help achieve harmonious facial proportions

A bulbous nose, where the tip is round, blunt, and appears swollen, can

sometimes give the face a dull impression and interfere with a refined look. Today, let’s look at the types of bulbous noses, surgical methods, and procedures that are good to perform together.

Types of bulbous noses and surgical methods by cause

Source: TS Plastic Surgery website

Type with a blunt tip and thick soft tissue

The skin and soft tissue at the tip of the nose (fat layer and sebaceous glands) may be thick, resulting in a round and blunt appearance.

In this case, the cartilage that forms the tip of the nose may be weak, or a blunt shape may appear due to the development of soft tissue.

With this type, the boundary between the nasal bridge and the tip is unclear, so it lacks definition,

and the midface may give a relatively heavy impression.

As a surgical method, the shape can be improved by removing fat or excessive sebaceous glands under the skin at the nasal tip,

and, if necessary, autologous cartilage or implants can be used to help create a sharper shape.

Source: TS Plastic Surgery website

Type with large alar cartilage and wide spacing on both sides

This type occurs when the lower lateral cartilage below the alar area is excessively developed, making the tip of the nose appear wide and flat.

In this case, the distance between the two ends of the alar area is wide and looks spread out, which can also affect the size and shape of the nostrils.

When viewed from the front, the nose looks spread out, and the lower part of the nose may seem out of proportion with the face.

To improve this type, both sides of the wing-shaped cartilage that are spread apart to the left and right can be adjusted

to create a more natural shape.

In this process, the shape of the cartilage is adjusted to balance the nasal tip,

and, if necessary, autologous cartilage or implants can be used to help provide stability.

Bulbous nose surgery and alar reduction together?

Bulbous nose surgery and alar reduction performed

Bulbous nose surgery and alar reduction performed

The harmony between the nasal tip and the alar area is an important factor in enhancing facial definition.

Even if bulbous nose surgery improves the shape of the nasal tip, if the alar area is wide or spread out, the overall balance of the nose may not be right.

In such cases, performing alar reduction together can help balance the proportions between the nasal tip and the alar area, creating a more refined nose shape.

In particular, you can expect a more balanced impression not only from the side but also from the front.

※ Depending on the individual, side effects such as inflammation, bleeding, and nerve damage may occur, so sufficient consultation with medical staff before surgery is necessary.

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