Split Nasal Tip Correction – A Comprehensive Rhinoplasty Case Study

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2024년 11월 1일
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Hello, this is Dr. Cha-Young Kang, Director of Nose Lab Clinic.

With the colder months setting in, it’s time to take extra care of your immune health. Today, I’ll share the story of a young woman in her late 20s who came to us with concerns about her split nasal tip correction, a common feature among celebrities yet a significant source of self-consciousness for some.

What Causes a Split Nasal Tip and Can It Be Corrected?

The “split nose” appearance is typically due to two main factors: thin nasal skin and prominent, thick cartilage. This imbalance creates a visibly separated tip. Our surgical approach was designed specifically for split nasal tip correction in this patient.

1. Pre-Surgical Design Analysis

A careful assessment revealed:

Pre-surgery design consultation photos showing the patient’s frontal view, left side view, and oblique side view before split nasal tip correction. — Design consultation photos: Frontal view, left side view, and oblique side view.

Front View: Blunt and wide tip, thin skin, and visible split nasal tip.
Side View: Compressed, droopy nasal tip, with subtle protrusion of the upper lip.
Nostril View: Round, asymmetrical nostrils.

Diagnosis: bulbous tip, droopy tip, deviation, split nasal tip, and lip protrusion.

Pre-surgery design consultation photos showing the patient’s right oblique side view, right side view, and nostril view before split nasal tip correction. — Design consultation photos: Right oblique side view, right side view, and nostril view.

2. Surgical Plan for Split Nasal Tip Correction

Our closed rhinoplasty approach included:

Septal Extension Graft: Elevating the tip and correcting asymmetry.
Bulbous Tip Correction: Repositioning alar cartilage.
Split Nasal Tip Correction: Strengthening thin skin with dermal graft and ear cartilage.
Deviation Correction: Lateral osteotomy and implant centering.

All procedures were performed as closed rhinoplasty, ensuring minimal scarring and stable results.

3. Post-Surgical Results

Before and after surgery comparison photos: Frontal view showing split nasal tip correction (Left: before surgery, Right: immediately after surgery) — Before Surgery (Left) / Immediately After Surgery (Right)

Front View:

Rounded, cohesive tip after split nasal tip correction.

Side View:

Balanced nasolabial angle, improved upper lip harmony.

Oblique View:

Smooth contour and improved facial balance.

Nostril View:

Symmetry restored, achieving a sophisticated shape.

4. Final Thoughts

This case highlights the importance of individualized planning in split nasal tip correction. Not every patient requires the same approach, as skin thickness, cartilage, and anatomy differ.

At Nose Lab Clinic, we prioritize natural, safe, and lasting results.

All surgeries at Nose Lab Clinic are performed using a closed rhinoplasty approach.