Easy breathing, a pretty line as a bonus! Functional-aesthetic rhinoplasty using donated rib cartilage A to Z

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Today’s topic is functional-aesthetic rhinoplasty!

Since the nose is an important element that centers the face, aesthetic satisfaction matters, but its breathing function is also very important.

If you are experiencing discomfort due to nasal congestion or rhinitis, functional-aesthetic rhinoplasty can help you achieve both beauty and health.

This is a surgery that improves functional problems (rhinitis, deviated septum, etc.) and aesthetic concerns (hump nose, bulbous nose, etc.) at the same time, helping improve quality of life:)

1. Functional rhinoplasty

= Functional-aesthetic rhinoplasty does not simply change the shape of the nose; it also treats structural problems inside the nose that cause rhinitis, a deviated septum, and similar issues,

creating a nose that is easier to breathe through.

» Main functional improvement items

• Deviated septum correction: If the septum, the wall that divides the nose into left and right sides, is bent, it can cause nasal congestion, rhinitis, and other problems.

The crooked septum is straightened to secure the breathing passage.

• Rhinitis surgery: If the inferior turbinate, the mucosal tissue inside the nose, becomes enlarged and causes nasal congestion, surgery is performed to reduce the enlarged tissue.

These functional corrections may be eligible for health insurance or actual expense insurance coverage in some cases, so it is a good idea to check with the medical staff during your consultation.

※ Functional rhinoplasty at BT Plastic Surgery Clinic is eligible for actual expense insurance coverage.

2. Aesthetic rhinoplasty

= Along with functional improvement, various cosmetic procedures are performed at the same time to create a nose line that harmonizes with each individual’s face.

» Main aesthetic improvement items

• Hump nose correction: If the middle part of the bridge protrudes and makes the face look strong or stubborn, the protruding hump is refined to create a smoother line.

• Bulbous nose correction: A bulbous nose, where the tip looks blunt and wide, is improved by tying or repositioning the tip cartilage and, if necessary, creating a support structure at the tip to make it sharper and more refined.

• Narrowing a wide nasal bone using osteotomy: If the nasal bone itself is wide or the bridge looks wide after removing a hump, an osteotomy that reduces the width of the nasal bone can make the bridge appear slimmer.

3. Donated rib cartilage

In rhinoplasty, cartilage grafting is needed when raising the tip or creating a support structure. Various materials are used, such as septal cartilage, ear cartilage, and autologous rib cartilage,

and donated rib cartilage is especially useful in the following cases.

• When there is not enough or the patient’s own cartilage is weak: when the patient’s own septal cartilage or ear cartilage cannot be sufficiently used due to revision surgery, etc.

• When strong support is needed: when a firm support structure is necessary, such as when the nose tip needs to be raised or extended.

Donated rib cartilage is human tissue that has been specially processed to minimize immune reactions and reduce the risk of infection.

Because there is no need to harvest cartilage from the patient’s own chest, it has the advantage of avoiding the pain and scars associated with harvesting autologous rib cartilage.

4. Removal of nose threads

The process of removing threads (HiCO) or other thread-lifting materials that were previously inserted into the nose for procedure purposes may be performed together with rhinoplasty.

Removal of nose threads is done when threads remain in the nose and cause problems such as inflammation or a foreign-body sensation, or when existing structures need to be removed for a new nose surgery. The difficulty of removal can vary depending on the location and type of thread, and accurate diagnosis is important.

Functional-aesthetic rhinoplasty is a complex surgery that requires both a deep understanding of the internal structure of the patient’s nose and an aesthetic sense.

Therefore, it is most important to establish the most suitable and safe surgical plan for each individual through precise 3D CT diagnosis and sufficient consultation with a plastic surgery specialist who has otolaryngology knowledge.

Achieve both comfortable breathing and the beauty you want, and increase your satisfaction with life:) If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us anytime. Thank you.

The surgery takes about 1 to 2 hours,

and you can go home right away without needing to be hospitalized.

Gangnam rhinoplasty specialist

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

give a thorough understanding and diagnosis of the patient’s nasal condition.

Gangnam rhinoplasty specialist

All nose surgeries at BT are

personally performed by CEO Dr. Lee Seung-ho, who has 20 years of experience.

In addition, through one-on-one aftercare,

we help the patient recover quickly.

<These are actual before-and-after photos from a patient who underwent surgery by CEO Dr. Lee Seung-ho of BT Plastic Surgery, and the patient has consented to the use of these photos>

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