Closed Rhinoplasty Korea for Deviated, Hooked, and Short Nose Correction

This case demonstrates closed rhinoplasty Korea for correcting a deviated, hooked, and short nose. Structural reconstruction using rib cartilage and functional correction improved nasal symmetry, airway function, and facial balance.

Author: Dr. Chayoung Kang, Director, NoseLab Rhinoplasty Clinic

This patient presented with a complex nasal deformity including deviation, dorsal hump, and short nasal length, along with functional symptoms such as nasal congestion and rhinitis.

In this closed rhinoplasty Korea case, the goal was to correct deviation, lengthen the nose, and restore both structural stability and airway function.

Key concerns included:

• Deviated nasal structure

• Hooked nasal dorsum

• Short nasal length

• Nostril asymmetry

• Columella deviation

• Nasal congestion and rhinitis

• Possible nasal valve narrowing

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This case required simultaneous structural reconstruction and functional correction.

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Frontal view before surgery

Side profile view before surgery

✅ Surgical Background – Closed Rhinoplasty Korea

Closed rhinoplasty Korea allows precise correction of complex deformities without external incision.

In cases involving deviation and short nose, both structural alignment and lengthening must be addressed.

Nostril view before surgery

✅ Structural Problems Identified

Preoperative findings included:

• Short nasal length affecting facial proportion

• Deviated nasal bridge

• Hooked nasal dorsum

• Columella deviation

• Nostril asymmetry

• Functional airway obstruction

• Inferior turbinate hypertrophy

Nasal endoscopy photo 1. right side 2. left side

✅ Surgical Plan

1. Septal Correction

Correction of deviated septum to restore central alignment

2. Turbinate Reduction

Improvement of airflow and rhinitis symptoms

3. Septal Extension with Rib Cartilage

Lengthening of the nose and stabilization of tip

4. Tip Reconstruction

Improved projection and correction of drooping

5. Hump Reduction

Smoothing of dorsal hump for natural profile

6. Osteotomy

Correction of nasal deviation

7. Nasolabial Angle Adjustment

Improvement of facial balance

✅ Surgical Results

Frontal View

• Improved nasal symmetry

• Reduced nostril exposure

• Straightened nasal alignment

Frontal view before surgery (left) after surgery (right)

Lateral View

• Reduced dorsal hump

• Improved nasal length

• Balanced nasolabial angle

Side profile view before surgery (left) after surgery (right)

Oblique View

• Straightened nasal line

• Improved facial proportion

45-degree angle view before surgery (left) after surgery (right)

Nasal Base View

• Improved nostril symmetry

• Straightened columella

• Increased airway space

Nostrils before surgery (left) after surgery (right)

Functional Outcome

• Improved nasal airflow

• Reduced congestion

• Relief of rhinitis symptoms

  
  

✅ Surgeon’s Commentary

Correction of a deviated and short nose requires more than simple reshaping.

Structural reconstruction is essential to restore both alignment and nasal length.

In this case, rib cartilage was used to stabilize the nasal framework and achieve long-term results.

Functional correction was equally important, as nasal obstruction and rhinitis significantly affected the patient’s quality of life.

Closed rhinoplasty Korea allows precise correction while minimizing surgical trauma.

In male patients, maintaining a natural and masculine nasal contour is particularly important.

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✅ FAQ

Q1. Can a short nose be lengthened?

Yes, using structural grafting such as rib cartilage.

Q2. Why is rib cartilage used?

It provides strong support for lengthening and stabilization.

Q3. Will breathing improve after surgery?

Yes, functional correction improves airway structure.

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