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Why Filler Is Not Enough for a Hump Nose or Bulbous Nose!

BT Plastic Surgery · 비티성형외과 블로그 · July 16, 2025

​ ​ Hello, this is BT Plastic Surgery 😊 ​ Today, we would like to explain the limitations of nose procedures that many people prefer (filler, thread lifting), and the nose surgery...

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Clinic: BT Plastic Surgery

Original post date: July 16, 2025

Translated at: April 20, 2026 at 3:41 PM

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Hello, this is BT Plastic Surgery 😊

Today, we would like to explain the limitations of nose procedures that many people prefer (filler, thread lifting),

and the nose surgery using ear cartilage that is chosen when a more definite improvement is desired.

The Advantages and Limitations of Nose Filler

Nose filler is a non-surgical procedure that simply raises the bridge or tip of the nose,

and it is popular because the procedure time is short and you can return to daily life quickly.

However, its limitations are clear.

❌ Only for slightly correcting the shape of the bridge or tip ❌ Cannot improve structural issues such as a hump nose, bulbous nose, or arrow-shaped nose ❌ Filler itself adds volume → the nose may look even broader ❌ Over time, it may be absorbed or spread out, causing the shape to become distorted

The Reality of Nose Thread Lifting

Recently, PDO thread lifting, known as nose thread lifting,

has also been receiving a lot of attention.

It is a method that lifts the tip of the nose using threads.

However, this too has limited and temporary effects.

• Rather than supporting collapsed cartilage, it is a concept of temporarily pulling the skin layer upward • As the threads dissolve, they tend to gradually return to the original state • Depending on the thread placement, there is also a risk of uneven skin texture • In some cases, it can stimulate only the dermal layer and make the nose tip appear thicker

In particular, when the nasal bone or cartilage structure itself is unbalanced, such as in a bulbous nose or hump nose,

it is difficult to solve the problem with these simple procedures.

When Nose Surgery Is Needed

: Hump nose, bulbous nose

✔️ Hump nose

This is a case where the upper part of the nasal bone protrudes and the tip of the nose droops,

creating a sharp and strong impression.

In this case, simply adding volume to the bridge does not solve the problem.

➡️ The protruding bone must be shaved down and the overall line must be refined.

✔️ Bulbous nose

When the cartilage at the tip of the nose is wide and looks broad,

filler or thread lifting may actually make it stand out more.

➡️ A surgical approach is needed to refine and secure the cartilage at the nose tip.

Natural Nose Surgery Using Ear Cartilage

At this time, the most commonly used method is nose tip surgery using ear cartilage.

Why ear cartilage?

Because it is your own cartilage, it causes less foreign-body sensation, maintains its shape with good elasticity,

and since it is your own tissue, there is less concern about side effects or discomfort from a foreign material.

It is also especially advantageous for people with thin skin.

What is the surgical process?

  1. Refine the protruding hump
  2. Transplant ear cartilage to the nose tip to adjust shape and height
  3. If it is a bulbous nose, tie or refine the cartilage to create a slimmer impression
  4. If necessary, insert silicone or Gore-Tex into the bridge to complete the line

If you simply want to raise the bridge a little, nose filler can be a good choice.

But if you want to improve the nose tip, bridge, and structural issues as well,

a surgical method—especially nose surgery using ear cartilage—is much more effective.

The most accurate way to determine which method is right for you is to receive an in-person diagnosis and consultation.

At BT Plastic Surgery, we aim for safe and natural nose surgery.

Please feel free to contact us anytime for a consultation 😊

The surgery takes about 1 to 2 hours,

and you can go home right away without hospitalization.

Gangnam nose surgery specialists

Before surgery, a low-dose 3D CT scan is performed

to carefully assess and diagnose the patient’s nasal condition.

Gangnam nose surgery specialists

All nose surgeries at BT

are performed directly by CEO Surgeon Lee Seung-ho, who has 20 years of experience.

In addition, one-on-one post-operative care helps support the patient’s 빠른 recovery.

<These are actual review photos of a patient who underwent surgery by CEO Surgeon Lee Seung-ho of BT Plastic Surgery, and this photo was shared with the patient’s consent>

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