Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage – Correcting Nasal Obstruction and Tip Rotation

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2024년 12월 11일
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Hello, this is Dr. Cha-Young Kang, Director of Nose Lab Clinic.

Today, I’ll share a case involving a patient who experienced nasal obstruction and an upturned nose following multiple surgeries. This case demonstrates how Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage can deliver both functional and aesthetic improvements.

Surgical History

Patient’s Past Procedures Before Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage

9 years ago: Ear cartilage + silicone implant
3–4 years ago: Nasal obstruction surgery + septoplasty + ear cartilage + silicone
2.5 years ago: Silicone removal

Design Consultation Photos – Frontal, Left Side, and Oblique Side View before Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage — Design Consultation: Frontal View, Left Side View, and Oblique Side View Photos

Key Symptoms and Goals

Functional and Aesthetic Concerns Leading to Rib Cartilage Correction

Severe nasal obstruction (worse on the right side)
Excessive nostril show and upturned nasal tip
Desire for increased nasal height
Preference for rib cartilage due to infection concerns

Design Consultation – Right Side, Oblique Side, and Nostril Views before Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage — Design Consultation: Right Side View, Oblique Side View, and Nostril View Photos

Preoperative Analysis

Findings Before Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage

Frontal View

Excessive nostril exposure
Asymmetrical nostrils
Wide nasal bridge

Side View

Pronounced upturned nose, large nasolabial angle
Prominent mouth projection
Low nasal dorsum

Oblique View

Over-rotated nasal tip
Mouth prominence

Nostril View

Asymmetry, deviated columella tilted left

Surgical Approach

Reconstructive Techniques for Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage

a. Structural Reconstruction

Full septal reconstruction with rib cartilage
Structural correction to reduce nostril show
Nostril lowering surgery

b. Functional Improvements

Release of nasal adhesion
Internal nasal valve reconstruction
Septoplasty for deviation
Turbinate reduction with submucosal resection

Postoperative Results

Outcomes of Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage

Frontal View – Before and Immediately After Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

a. Structural

Stable nasal tip support
Functional reconstructed septum
Balanced nasal height

Side View – Before and Immediately After Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

b. Aesthetic

Reduced nostril show
Corrected upturned nasal tip
Smooth and natural nasal bridge

Oblique Side View – Before and Immediately After Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

c. Functional

Straightened septum
Resolved adhesion
Improved internal nasal valves
Relief from nasal obstruction

Nostril View – Before and Immediately After Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage — Before (Left) / Immediately After (Right)

Specialist Insights

Why Rib Cartilage is Effective in Upturned Nose Correction

The highlight of this case was the complete reconstruction of missing septal cartilage using rib cartilage. It restored long-term stability and provided both functional and aesthetic benefits.

Immediately After Surgery – Frontal, Side, and Oblique Side View of Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage — Immediately After Surgery: Frontal, Side, and Oblique Side View Photos

Immediately After Surgery – Nostril View of Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage — Immediately After Surgery: Nostril View Photos

Closing Remarks

Personalized Approach to Upturned Nose Correction with Rib Cartilage

At Nose Lab Clinic, we deliver individualized care tailored to each patient’s needs. This case shows how we correct complex issues like obstruction and deformity while achieving natural beauty.

👉 Nose Lab Clinic performs all surgeries with a closed (endonasal) approach.