Short-Nose Rhinoplasty: Start with Accurate Cause Analysis and Diagnosis!

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Just as there are many different eye shapes, noses also come in a wide variety of shapes.

Because the nose is located at the center of the face, its length, height, and shape can have

a significant impact on one’s overall appearance.

Among them, the short nose, a shape commonly seen in East Asians,

is also called an upturned nose or pig nose. It can easily give a less refined impression,

make it difficult to create a positive image due to a lack of balance among the facial features,

and has also been one of the least favored nose shapes in physiognomy because it is said to indicate that wealth may leak away.

A short nose can occur when the bones or cartilage of the nose are small,

making the face look flatter by reducing its three-dimensional definition.

It is also important to determine whether the nose is upturned, with the nostrils highly visible from the front,

whether the alar cartilage at the tip of the nose is raised,

or whether the nose is simply short.

By identifying the characteristics of the nose and performing the appropriate surgery,

it is possible to achieve clear improvement and a more satisfactory result.

These types of noses can be improved by raising the low starting point of the nose

using implants or autologous tissue. Today, we will take a closer look

at surgical methods for correcting a short nose. :D

A Short Nose Commonly Seen in East Asians

As mentioned earlier, a short nose refers to a so-called upturned nose,

in which the nose is shorter than one-third of the entire face and is tilted upward,

making the nostrils highly visible from the front.

A nose that has become shortened due to capsular contracture, one of the complications that can occur after rhinoplasty, is also included.

This type of nose requires improvement not only in height but also in length.

If only an implant is used without correcting the underlying issue, the nose may become even shorter and appear more upturned,

making this one of the more technically challenging types of rhinoplasty.

When the alar cartilage at the tip of the nose points upward, the tip may appear upturned and the nose may look shorter.

This can be improved through cartilage reshaping. After removing the upper portion of the alar cartilage and moving it downward for fixation,

the height of the tip can be lowered and its length can also be increased!

A Short Nose Can Also Become Beautiful!

At 디엠성형외과, specialized eye and nose surgery doctors with extensive clinical experience and proven expertise

personally perform customized rhinoplasty tailored to each individual’s preferences and nasal condition

after thorough consultations.

By accurately assessing the current condition, appropriate surgical techniques can be selected for clear improvement.

We also consider the overall proportions, harmony, and angles to help improve the appearance with the most ideal nose.

In addition, 3D CT analysis allows for a safer and more three-dimensional assessment.

We establish an accurate surgical plan by evaluating the internal structures, muscle layers, and skin tissue condition,

which cannot be identified through a standard consultation alone.

Surgical Methods by Short-Nose Type

When the alar cartilage that forms the tip of the nose is raised,

one method is to remove part of the upper portion of the alar cartilage through cartilage reshaping

and correct its position by lowering it.

When correction is difficult with the cartilage reshaping described above,

part of the alar cartilage can be removed, followed by a septal cartilage graft between the cartilages

to lengthen the tip of the nose.

After correcting the length of the short nose using the two surgical methods described above,

the length and height of the bridge and tip can be adjusted using implants and autologous cartilage.

Since there are several possible methods, it is most important to identify the condition of the nose and the underlying concerns.

A suitable surgical method must be selected for each individual to achieve a more satisfactory result

and clear improvement. After visiting our clinic, we recommend having a thorough consultation

with an experienced specialist.

디엠성형외과 Short-Nose Rhinoplasty Before & After

Two months after rhinoplasty

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The patient, who wanted to improve a short nose,

visited 디엠성형외과 for improvement.

Through the two-month post-operative photos from 디엠성형외과,

you can see that the previously short nose was improved to create harmony among the facial features,

resulting in a beautiful nose from every angle.

※The degree of swelling and recovery may vary from person to person,

so please take this into consideration.※

We Recommend Short-Nose Rhinoplasty for People Who:

Have a normal nasal length but significant nostril exposure when viewed from the front

Have previously undergone short-nose correction but saw no effect and want revision surgery

Have a short nose or an upturned nasal tip

Are considering revision surgery because their nose became upturned due to capsular contracture after rhinoplasty

For those with these characteristics,

디엠성형외과 recommends short-nose rhinoplasty.

Director of 디엠성형외과 Eye & Nose Surgery Center

To achieve a positive result, surgery should be performed after a thorough consultation

with a rhinoplasty specialist who has extensive experience with various cases

and comprehensive anatomical knowledge of facial contours.

Because the most important aspect of rhinoplasty is creating a harmonious nose shape

that takes each individual’s facial features into account,

we recommend visiting our clinic for a one-on-one consultation.

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