Closed Rhinoplasty Korea | Long Nose and Facial Asymmetry Correction with Autologous Rib Cartilage Reconstruction

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

Today, I would like to introduce a closed rhinoplasty Korea case that successfully corrected a crooked, long nose combined with significant facial asymmetry. We achieved both aesthetic and functional improvements through autologous rib cartilage reconstruction and nasal obstruction surgery.

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Surgical History of Closed Rhinoplasty Korea

Preoperative design consultation photos: Frontal view, left oblique side view, and left side view.

The patient had a history of nasal filler injection (later dissolved) and an augmentation rhinoplasty using ear cartilage and hump reduction performed 8-9 years ago.

Surgical History:

• 10 years ago: Filler injection

• 8-9 years ago: Augmentation rhinoplasty with ear cartilage and hump reduction

Initial Assessment for Closed Rhinoplasty Korea

Preoperative design consultation photos: Right side view, right oblique side view, and nostril view.

Patient Profile

• Symptoms: Nasal obstruction during sleep, snoring

• Notable condition: Severe facial asymmetry

Primary Issues

• Nose visibly deviated to the left

• Long nose causing facial imbalance

• Bulbous nasal tip

• Low nasal bridge, insufficient nasal height

• Incomplete correction from previous surgeries

Functional Issues

• Nighttime nasal obstruction

• Snoring

• Suspected deviated septum

Critical Note

• Severe facial asymmetry exacerbating nasal deviation

• Simultaneous need for aesthetic and functional correction through closed rhinoplasty Korea

Surgical Plan for Closed Rhinoplasty Korea

Autologous Rib Cartilage Reconstruction

• Complete removal of previous surgical materials

• Structural stability reinforced using autologous rib cartilage

• Sufficient nasal height achieved for a sophisticated profile

Septal Reconstruction

• Precise correction of the deviated septum

• Realignment considering the patient’s severe facial asymmetry

Columellar Angle Adjustment

• Adjusted columellar angle to correct the long nose appearance

• Raised nasal tip to achieve midface shortening effect

Nasal Obstruction Surgery

• Septoplasty to resolve nasal blockage

• Turbinate reduction for improved nasal airflow

• Significant improvement in breathing and sleep quality

Facial Asymmetry Correction

• Maximum achievable correction considering the patient’s severe facial asymmetry

• Fine-tuned adjustments to create visual balance

Surgical Outcomes of Closed Rhinoplasty Korea

Preoperative Video / Immediate Postoperative Video

Frontal View

• Straight, well-centered nasal line

• Visual improvement of facial asymmetry

• Sharp, refined nasal tip

Before Surgery (Left) / Immediately After Surgery (Right)

Profile View

• Elevated, elegant nasal profile

• Midface appears shorter

• Ideal columellar angle

• Smooth, balanced nasal curve

Before Surgery (Left) / Immediately After Surgery (Right)

Aesthetic Achievements

• Sufficient nasal height for a striking profile

• Sophisticated, luxurious nasal line

• Visually shortened nose through columellar angle adjustment

• Balanced facial proportions

Bulbous Tip Correction

• Targeted correction of the wide nasal tip

• Well-defined, sharp nasal tip visible from both frontal and side views

Before Surgery (Left) / Immediately After Surgery (Right)

Functional Improvements

• Resolved nasal obstruction

• Significant reduction in snoring

• Comfortable nasal breathing during sleep

Before Surgery (Left) / Immediately After Surgery (Right)

Nasal Deviation Correction

• Complete straightening of the previously deviated nose

• Enhanced facial symmetry

• Natural alignment of the nasal centerline

Specialist’s Commentary on Closed Rhinoplasty Korea

Immediately after surgery: Frontal view, side view, and oblique side view photos.

Immediately after surgery: Nostril view photos.

This patient had previously undergone filler injection and ear cartilage rhinoplasty but still struggled with nasal deviation, long nose, and a bulbous nasal tip. The issue was further complicated by pronounced facial asymmetry, which made the crooked appearance more severe.

Through closed rhinoplasty Korea, we provided structural correction using autologous rib cartilage reconstruction, which offered both long-term stability and the desired nasal height.

The key strategy to visually shorten the nose was adjusting the columellar angle and elevating the nasal tip, which improved overall facial balance.

Bulbous tip correction was carefully performed using rib cartilage to create a refined, well-defined nasal tip.

Functional correction was equally prioritized. We performed septoplasty and turbinate reduction to resolve nasal obstruction and improve breathing, especially during sleep.

Facial asymmetry compensation was one of the most challenging parts of this surgery. Although perfect symmetry is impossible in such cases, we maximized correction to create a visually balanced, harmonious appearance.

Ultimately, we achieved the patient’s goals:

✔️ A straight, elegant nose

✔️ A refined nasal tip

✔️ A visually shorter midface

✔️ Comfortable breathing and improved sleep quality

This case is a successful example of combining aesthetic and functional correction through closed rhinoplasty Korea.

Thank you.Dr. Cha-Young KangMedical Director, Nose Lab Clinic

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