Case of Male Revision Rhinoplasty – Correcting Contracted and Upturned Nose in Korea

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2024년 10월 18일
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Hello, this is Dr. Cha-Young Kang, head surgeon at Nose Lab Clinic.

Today, I’d like to introduce a male revision rhinoplasty case in Korea involving a patient with a contracted nose, upturned tip, shortened nasal length, and nostril asymmetry following multiple previous rhinoplasty procedures. This case demonstrates how careful planning and advanced surgical techniques can restore both function and aesthetics.

Pre-Surgery Condition of Male Revision Rhinoplasty

Patient’s surgical history:

2017: Septoplasty + Silicone implant
2020: Silicone + Autologous rib cartilage graft
Dec 2023: Silicone + new autologous rib cartilage graft
3 months later: Tip swelling and balloon-like redness → incision + implant removal

Pre-Surgery Design Consultation: Right Oblique, Right Profile, and Nostril Views

Patient’s requests:

Correction of nasal obstruction (occasional loss of taste)
Reconstruction of nasal structure
Creation of a straight nasal line
A refined, masculine nasal appearance

Pre-Surgery Design Consultation: Right Oblique, Right Profile, and Nostril Views

Clinical findings:

Upturned nasal tip
Nostril asymmetry and excessive nostril show
Wide, curved nasal bridge
Short and droopy nose
Depressed scar tissue on nasal tip and columella

Surgical Plan for Upturned Nose and Contracted Nose Correction

The surgery was performed through a closed (endonasal) approach without external scars.

a) Stem Cell Injection Therapy – 5 sessions pre-surgery + 6th on the day of surgery to improve tissue elasticity and reduce recurrence of contraction.

b) Rib Cartilage Harvesting – Taken from the left side to provide sufficient structural material.

c) Septal Cartilage Reconstruction – Rib cartilage used to reconstruct the septum and correct deviation for better breathing.

d) Nostril Correction – Nostril lowering to balance asymmetry and reduce nostril exposure.

e) Nasal Tip Correction – Septal extension with rib cartilage to lower the upturned tip and adjust the columella.

f) Nasal Bridge Correction – Slim, straight dorsal line created with silicone implant.

g) Scar Tissue Improvement – Dermis and cartilage grafted beneath nasal tip skin to smooth surface irregularities.

Before and After Results of Male Revision Rhinoplasty

Frontal View:

Upturned tip naturally lowered
Nostril asymmetry corrected
Wide nasal bridge reshaped into a slim, straight line

Oblique View:

Short, droopy nose corrected with extended nasal length
Natural, refined nasal contour achieved

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

Profile View:

Depressed nasal tip elevated
Protruded upper lip corrected
Nasolabial angle improved

Nostril View:

Nostril asymmetry improved
Tip scar smoothed with dermis/cartilage grafting
Columella irregularity corrected

Immediate Post-Surgery Photos:

Frontal, oblique, side, and nostril views showed significant improvement in nasal balance and structure.

Final Evaluation

Photos taken immediately after surgery, frontal view, 45-angle view, and side profile.

Immediate post-surgery nostril view of male revision rhinoplasty in Korea for contracted nose and upturned tip correction – showing improved nostril symmetry, corrected columella, and smoother nasal base. — Photo of the nostrils

This male revision rhinoplasty addressed a contracted nose, upturned tip, short nose, and nasal scarring. Stem cell therapy was critical in preparing the tissue, while rib cartilage provided durable structural support.

By combining septal reconstruction, tip and bridge correction, and scar improvement, we achieved both functional improvement and a refined masculine nose.

At Nose Lab Clinic, we specialize in complex revision rhinoplasty in Korea, creating customized surgical plans for each patient based on deep ENT expertise and extensive surgical experience.

If you are considering male rhinoplasty revision, even after multiple prior surgeries, effective solutions are possible with the right techniques and planning.

This has been Dr. Cha-Young Kang, head surgeon at Nose Lab Clinic.

Thank you.