Why nostrils show excessively in an upturned nose, and how to correct nasal tip position

Hello, I am Dr. Peter C. Kang.

Today, I will introduce the case of a patient who improved excessive nostril show and a wide nose into a natural contour.

1. Front view

• Excessive nostril show (upturned nose)

• Broad nasal bridge

• Low nasal bridge height

• Crooked appearance

2. Profile view

• Excessive nostril show visible on the profile view as well

• Protruding mouth findings

• Irregular nasal bridge

3. Nostrils

• Large nostril size

• Columella deviated to the right

• Mild asymmetry

• A well-defined yet natural nasal profile

• Reduction of nostril show

• Correction of upturned nose

• Avoiding an overly long nose

1. Structural improvement

• Repositioning the nasal tip to correct the upturned nose

• Repositioning the lower lateral cartilage to reduce nostril show

• Correcting the wide nasal bridge

2. Creating the profile line

• Achieving a natural yet distinct profile line

• Smoothing out the uneven nasal dorsum

• Maintaining an appropriate nasal length

3. Functional improvement

• Radiofrequency-assisted submucosal resection of the inferior turbinates to treat rhinitis

• Septoplasty for deviated septum

1. Front view

• Improved nostril visibility

• Slimmer nasal bridge

• Correction of deviated nose

2. Profile view

• Correction of upturned nose

• Improved protruding mouth

• Smooth dorsal line

• Correction of the nasolabial angle

3. Nostrils

• Nostril size appropriately reduced

• Straightened columellar tilt

• Improved symmetry

In this type of case, the main goal was to correct the upturned nose while creating a natural yet well-defined nasal line. In particular, we aimed to reduce the excessive nostril show caused by the upturned nose while avoiding an overly lengthened nose or an artificial look.

Because the patient had rhinitis, functional nasal surgery was performed simultaneously, which was eligible for private medical insurance coverage in Korea. By smoothing the uneven nasal dorsum and slimming the wide bridge, we achieved the patient's goal of a well-defined, natural result.

This was Dr. Peter C. Kang. Thank you.

Thank you.

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