Bulbous Nose Correction after Filler and Thread Lift Korea – Achieving a Natural Look with Closed Rhinoplasty

Bulbous nose correction after filler and thread lift is a surgical rhinoplasty procedure that refines a rounded nasal tip and corrects bridge irregularities caused by non-surgical treatments.

This case from Nose Lab Clinic in Korea demonstrates how closed rhinoplasty safely removed fillers and threads, refined the nasal tip, and restored natural facial harmony with stable, long-term results.

Author: Dr. Cha-Young Kang, Director, Nose Lab Clinic

 Published: October 28, 2024

 Last Updated: November 28, 2025

Hello, this is Dr. Cha-Young Kang, Director of Nose Lab Clinic.

Today, I will share a case of bulbous nose correction after filler and thread lift in Korea.

This case highlights the limitations of non-surgical treatments and explains why closed rhinoplasty provides a more natural and lasting outcome.

Patient’s Concerns – Bulbous Nose Correction after Filler and Thread Lift Korea

The patient was generally satisfied with her nasal shape but sought refinement after filler and thread lift treatments caused bulkiness and mild asymmetry.

• Desire to reduce a bulbous nasal tip

• Slight bridge deviation after filler and threads

• Preference for natural harmony with facial proportions

Pre-surgery design consultation photos – frontal, oblique, side views

Pre-Surgery Analysis

Preoperative analysis revealed a rounded nasal tip, bridge irregularities from filler and threads, nostril asymmetry, and a recessed chin affecting overall facial balance.

• Rounded, slightly drooping nasal tip

• Irregular nasal bridge contour

• Nostril asymmetry

• Recessed chin contributing to profile imbalance

Nostril view, left side view, oblique view before surgery

Surgical Planning – Customized Bulbous Nose Correction after Filler and Thread Lift Korea

The surgical plan focused on complete removal of filler and threads, precise nasal tip refinement, and structural stabilization using a closed rhinoplasty approach.

Surgical Plan Included

• Septal extension graft using rib cartilage for tip definition

• Alar cartilage repositioning for bulbous nose correction

• Complete removal of filler and threads

• Silicone bridge implant for deviation correction

• 6 mm silicone chin implant for improved profile balance

Closed Rhinoplasty Approach

Closed rhinoplasty allows precise correction of filler-related deformities without external scars and ensures faster recovery with stable long-term results.

Benefits include:

• Minimal swelling and faster recovery

• No external columellar scar

• Precise correction of bulbous tip and bridge deviation

Post-Surgical Results – Achieving Natural Balance

Postoperative comparison showed a refined nasal tip, straightened bridge, improved nostril symmetry, and enhanced facial harmony.

• Smooth, straight nasal bridge

• Refined nasal tip with balanced proportions

• Improved nostril symmetry

• Chin implant enhancing overall facial balance

Before / Immediately After – frontal view

Before / Immediately After – side view

Before / Immediately After – oblique view

Before / Immediately After – nostril view

Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Approaches

Non-surgical fillers and thread lifts provide temporary improvement but lack structural stability and carry risks when overused.

• Temporary effects and contour irregularities

• Risks of necrosis and asymmetry

• Closed rhinoplasty offers safe, predictable, and lasting correction

Final Thoughts on Bulbous Nose Correction after Filler and Thread Lift Korea

This case demonstrates that true refinement after filler and thread lift requires surgical precision rather than repeated non-surgical treatments.

At Nose Lab Clinic, our closed rhinoplasty approach provides natural, stable, and safe outcomes tailored to each patient.

All surgeries at Nose Lab Clinic are performed using the closed rhinoplasty technique.

Q. Can filler and thread lift cause bulbous nose deformity?

A. Yes. Repeated fillers and threads can create bulkiness, irregular contours, and nasal tip widening over time.

Q. Is surgical correction necessary after filler and thread lift?

A. In many cases, closed rhinoplasty is the most effective way to remove filler and threads and achieve a natural, lasting result.

Q. Why is closed rhinoplasty preferred in these cases?

A. Closed rhinoplasty allows precise correction without external scars and offers stable, long-term outcomes after non-surgical treatments.

YouTube video with Dr. Cha-Young Kang and the patient, showing bulbous nose correction after filler and thread lift using closed rhinoplasty at NoseLab Clinic

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