Short and Upturned Nose Correction: Natural Rhinoplasty Case Study

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2024년 12월 31일
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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 tailored rhinoplasty case involving a patient troubled by a short and upturned nose correction. Rhinoplasty for small and short noses requires advanced skills and meticulous planning, and this case highlights the detailed steps we took to achieve a harmonious result.

1. Key Concerns in Short and Upturned Nose Correction

Short and upturned nose
Small overall nose structure
Symptoms of rhinitis
Nasal obstruction

2. Preoperative Analysis for Short and Upturned Nose Correction

Design consultation photos for Short and Upturned Nose Correction – frontal, left side, and oblique side views before closed rhinoplasty. — Design Consultation: Frontal View, Left Side View, and Oblique Side View Photos

Frontal View:

Excessive nostril exposure
Low nasal bridge
Small, short nose disrupting harmony
Disproportionate length relative to facial features

Side View:

Low nasofrontal starting point
Upturned nasal tip
Lack of visible columella
Long philtrum

Oblique & Nostril Views:

Flat nasal bridge
Asymmetric nostrils
Deviated columella
Unnatural nostril shape

Short and Upturned Nose Correction design consultation – right side, oblique side, and nostril view photos before closed rhinoplasty. — Design Consultation: Right Side View, Oblique Side View, and Nostril View Photos

3. Functional Findings and Surgical Plan

CT and nasal endoscopy revealed:

Significant septal deviation
Hypertrophic inferior turbinates

Surgical Plan:

Septoplasty for septal correction
Radiofrequency turbinate reduction for rhinitis
Septal extension grafts with rib cartilage
Silicone implant for smooth nasal dorsum
Columella lowering and nasolabial angle correction

4. Results of Short and Upturned Nose Correction

Frontal View:

Upturned tip naturally lowered
Harmonized bridge and tip proportion
Balanced facial symmetry

Side View:

Smooth, elegant nasal bridge
Natural columella visibility
Corrected nasolabial angle

Nostril View:

Circular → oval nostrils
Symmetry restored
Stabilized columella

5. Expert Opinion on Short and Upturned Nose Correction

Rhinoplasty for short and small noses is one of the most challenging procedures. Success depends on:

Overcoming Skin Limitations – expanding the nasal framework to achieve proportion.
Strong Support Structures – using rib cartilage ensures stability and durability.

By addressing these factors, we achieved a natural, balanced result.

Short and Upturned Nose Correction – immediately after closed rhinoplasty, frontal, oblique, and side views showing lowered nasal tip, improved bridge line, and balanced proportions. — Immediately After Surgery: Frontal, Oblique Side, and Side View Photos

Short and Upturned Nose Correction – nostril view immediately after closed rhinoplasty, showing restored symmetry, oval-shaped nostrils, and stabilized columella. — Immediately After Surgery: Nostril View Photos

Conclusion

At Nose Lab Clinic, we are committed to resolving even the most complex nasal concerns with customized solutions. Whether for functional improvement or aesthetic refinement, our tailored approach ensures safety and satisfaction.

If you are considering short and upturned nose correction, this case may provide inspiration for your next step.

Thank you for reading.

This is Dr. Cha-Young Kang from Nose Lab Clinic.

👉 Nose Lab performs all surgeries with a closed rhinoplasty approach.