Short Nose Correction and Functional Rhinoplasty – A Case Study

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2024년 12월 12일
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Hello, this is Dr. Cha-Young Kang, Director of Nose Lab Clinic.

Today, I’d like to share the case of a patient who experienced nasal obstruction and diminished sense of smell, alongside aesthetic concerns about a short nose. This case demonstrates how a tailored rhinoplasty approach can achieve both functional and aesthetic outcomes.

Key Symptoms and Patient Goals in Short Nose Correction

Chronic nasal obstruction
Diminished sense of smell
Desire to lengthen a short nose
Excessive nostril show
Harmony with overall facial proportions

Short Nose Correction – Preoperative Design Consultation Photos (Frontal, Left Side, Oblique Side Views — Design Consultation: Frontal View, Left Side View, and Oblique Side View Photos

Preoperative Analysis for Short Nose Correction

Frontal View – Short Nose Correction Focus

Excessive nostril exposure
Short and flat nose

Slight nasal deviation

Side View – Functional and Aesthetic Issues

Low nasal bridge
Upturned nasal tip
Nose appears small relative to the face

Oblique View

Pronounced mouth projection
Drooping nasal tip

Nostril View

Asymmetrical nostrils
Left nostril larger and rounder

Surgical Plan and Medical Insights in Short Nose Correction

Functional Improvements in Short Nose Correction

Septoplasty with rib cartilage graft: Corrected deviated septum.
Submucosal turbinate reduction (radiofrequency): Improved nasal airflow and reduced rhinitis symptoms.

Structural Enhancements for Short Nose Correction

Septal extension graft with rib cartilage: Lengthened the short nose.
Lateral osteotomy: Straightened nasal bones.
Alar base reduction: Balanced nasal base width.
Reinforced nasal tip support: Ensured long-term stability.

Postoperative Results after Short Nose Correction

Short Nose Correction – Frontal View Before (Left) and Immediately After Surgery (Right) — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

Functional Outcomes of Short Nose Correction

Improved nasal airflow and balanced space in both nasal passages.
Expected improvement in the sense of smell.
Stable and symmetric nasal structure.

Short Nose Correction – Side View Before (Left) and Immediately After Surgery (Right) — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

Short Nose Correction – Oblique Side View Before (Left) and Immediately After Surgery (Right) — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

Aesthetic Outcomes after Short Nose Correction

Natural nose length, enhancing facial harmony.
Reduced nostril show with a refined nasal base.
Defined nasal tip with a proportional and feminine contour.
Adjusted nasolabial angle, reducing the appearance of a protruding mouth.

Short Nose Correction – Nostril View Before (Left) and Immediately After Surgery (Right) — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

Specialist Insights on Short Nose Correction

The patient presented with dual concerns—functional impairment and aesthetic dissatisfaction. By widening the nasal passages and optimizing structural alignment, we aimed for both functional recovery and a natural aesthetic result.

Rib cartilage grafting provided durability and allowed a feminine, refined nose without compromising stability.