Customized Non-Implant Rhinoplasty for Allergy-Prone Patients

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2024년 12월 30일
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[Nose Lab Clinic]

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

Today, I’d like to share a case of a patient with an allergy-prone condition who sought Non-Implant Rhinoplasty (무보형물 코성형). Using autologous rib cartilage, we achieved a stunning nasal line while addressing the patient’s specific concerns.

1. Surgical History and Patient Goals in Non-Implant Rhinoplasty

Surgical History

October 2022: Septal cartilage, ear cartilage, and non-implant functional surgery

Patient Goals

Non-Implant Rhinoplasty design consultation photos – frontal, left side, and oblique side view before surgery — Design Consultation: Frontal View, Left Side View, and Oblique Side View Photos

Refine a bulbous nasal tip through Non-Implant Rhinoplasty
Correct a crooked nose without implants
Elevate the nasal tip using rib cartilage
Achieve a dramatic and elegant nasal line
Avoid implants due to inflammation and allergy concerns
Minimize warping or irregularity risks with rib cartilage

Non-Implant Rhinoplasty design consultation photos – right side, oblique side, and nostril view before surgery. — Design Consultation: Right Side View, Oblique Side View, and Nostril View Photos

2. Preoperative Analysis in Non-Implant Rhinoplasty

Frontal View

Bulbous nasal tip
Crooked nasal dorsum
Asymmetric nostrils

Side View

Drooping nasal tip
Protruding mouth appearance

Nostril View

Significant asymmetry between left and right nostrils

3. urgical Plan and Execution in Non-Implant Rhinoplasty

Structural Enhancements

Performed septal extension graft using autologous rib cartilage
Corrected septal deviation for improved symmetry

Nasal Tip Refinement

Removed excess scar tissue
Repositioned and reshaped alar cartilage
Tied cartilage to create a sharper, refined tip
Elevated the tip to the maximum safe height

Dorsal Augmentation

Enhanced nasal bridge height with carved autologous rib cartilage

4. Results of Non-Implant Rhinoplasty

Non-Implant Rhinoplasty before and immediately after surgery – frontal comparison view. — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

Frontal View Improvements

Refined bulbous tip → elegant contour
Straightened crooked dorsum
Corrected nostril asymmetry

Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

Side View Enhancements

Elevated drooping nasal tip → balanced profile
Improved protruding mouth appearance with better nasolabial angle

Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

Nostril View Adjustments

Achieved balanced, symmetrical nostrils
Smooth transition from columella to nostrils

Non-Implant Rhinoplasty before and immediately after surgery – nostril view comparison showing corrected asymmetry." — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

5. Expert Commentary on Non-Implant Rhinoplasty

This case demonstrates the value of Non-Implant Rhinoplasty for patients with allergy concerns. Using autologous rib cartilage allowed us to:

Avoid inflammatory reactions from synthetic implants
Create a dramatic yet safe nasal line
Minimize risks like rib cartilage warping through meticulous carving

Immediately after Non-Implant Rhinoplasty – frontal, oblique side, and side view showing refined nasal line and elevated tip — Immediately After Surgery: Frontal, Oblique Side, and Side View Photos

Immediately after Non-Implant Rhinoplasty – nostril view showing improved symmetry and balanced columella transition. — Immediately After Surgery: Nostril View Photos

6. Conclusion: Why Choose Non-Implant Rhinoplasty

Non-Implant Rhinoplasty (무보형물 코성형) is a safe and effective solution for patients concerned about implants or allergies. With autologous materials and customized planning, we achieved a natural and refined nasal line aligned with the patient’s goals.

👉 If you’re considering rhinoplasty but worried about implants, Nose Lab Clinic provides specialized Non-Implant Rhinoplasty solutions.

Nose Lab Clinic performs all surgeries through closed rhinoplasty (비개방 코성형).