Hump Nose Correction Using Septal Cartilage for a Natural Profile

Dr. Chayoung Kang
2025년 2월 21일
2분 분량

최종 수정일: 2025년 11월 27일

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

Today, I will introduce a case of hump nose correction using only the patient’s septal cartilage, ensuring a natural and subtle transformation. This patient wanted to refine their nasal profile while preserving their overall facial harmony.

Preoperative design consultation for hump nose correction – frontal, left side, and oblique side view photos — Design Consultation: Frontal View, Left Side View, and Oblique Side View Photos.

1. Initial Consultation & Diagnosis for Hump Nose Correction

Preoperative design consultation for hump nose correction – right side, oblique side, and nostril view photos — Design Consultation: Right Side View, Oblique Side View, and Nostril View Photos

a. Preoperative Observations

✔ Noticeable dorsal hump (hump nose)

✔ Mild nasal deviation (crooked nose)

✔ Asymmetrical nostrils

b. Patient’s Requests

✔ Achieve the most natural results possible

✔ Refine the dorsal hump

✔ Correct mild nasal deviation

✔ Avoid overly dramatic changes

2. Surgical Plan for Hump Nose Correction

✅ Step 1: Subtle Hump Reduction

🔹 Precisely contour the dorsal hump while maintaining natural curvature

🔹 Slight adjustment of nasal bridge height

✅ Step 2: Structural Reinforcement with Septal Cartilage

🔹 Use only the patient’s own septal cartilage

🔹 Mild lateral osteotomy to refine a slightly wide nasal bridge

✅ Step 3: Harmonizing the Overall Shape

🔹 Achieve a naturally straight bridge

🔹 Preserve unique facial features while improving overall balance

3. Surgical Execution & Key Adjustments

a. Dorsal Hump Correction

✔ Minimal bone and cartilage reshaping for a natural transition

✔ Gentle curvature maintained for a non-artificial look

b. Nasal Bridge Refinement

✔ Subtle lateral osteotomy without excessive narrowing

c. Septal Cartilage-Based Reconstruction

✔ Structural stability ensured without implants

4. Post-Surgical Results of Hump Nose Correction

Before and immediately after hump nose correction – frontal view photos — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

a. Frontal View

✔ Improved nasal symmetry

✔ Balanced nostril proportions

✔ Refined nasal width without overcorrection

Before and immediately after hump nose correction – left side view photos — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

b. Side Profile

✔ Dorsal hump smoothed into a soft straight line

✔ Tip slightly refined with enhanced nasolabial angle

Before and immediately after hump nose correction – oblique side view photos — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

c. Three-Quarter View

✔ Smoother bridge-to-tip transition

✔ More harmonious overall facial proportion

Before and immediately after hump nose correction – nostril view photos — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

5. Expert Insights

Immediately after hump nose correction surgery – frontal, side, and oblique side view photos — Immediately After Surgery: Frontal, Side, and Oblique Side View Photos

Immediately after hump nose correction – nostril view photo — Immediately After Surgery: Nostril View Photos

1️⃣ Subtle nasal refinement requires detailed planning and precise execution.

2️⃣ Using only septal cartilage ensures a safe and long-lasting result.

3️⃣ The goal is to maintain unique features while enhancing facial balance.

6. Final Thoughts

This case demonstrates how a carefully executed hump nose correction with septal cartilage can achieve a natural and refined nasal profile. The patient gained:

🔹 A smoother, more balanced nasal bridge

🔹 Improved nostril symmetry and facial proportion

🔹 Long-term stability without artificial implants

At Nose Lab Clinic, all surgeries are performed using a closed (endonasal) approach.