How to correct a small, drooping nose accompanied by nasal obstruction

Hello, I am Dr. Peter C. Kang.

Today, I would like to introduce the case of a patient who visited our clinic concerned about a small, drooping nose. Along with aesthetic refinement, the patient also wished to resolve nasal obstruction caused by a deviated septum and rhinitis.

• No prior nasal surgery history (primary surgery)

• Rhinitis present

• Desire to naturally elevate a small, drooping nose

• Relief of nasal obstruction (deviated septum + rhinitis)

• Simultaneous resolution of functional and aesthetic concerns

1. Elevating the nasal tip using autologous rib cartilage

• Correcting the drooping nasal tip with solid structural support

• Creating a defined yet natural nasal tip contour

• A stable structure that maintains its result over time

2. Nasolabial angle correction

• Improving the drooping appearance

• Achieving a refined profile silhouette

3. Correction of deviated septum

• Relieving nasal obstruction by straightening the deviated septum

• Restoration of breathing function

4. Rhinitis surgery

• Inferior turbinate reduction

• Relieving chronic nasal obstruction symptoms

1. Frontal changes

• Elevating the nasal tip enhanced overall facial three-dimensionality

• The previously small nose was improved to harmonize with the face

• A refined, well-balanced impression

2. Profile changes

• The drooping tip was naturally elevated

• A defined yet natural profile line through nasolabial angle correction

• Enhancing overall facial balance

3. Nostril changes

• Balanced nostril shape following the increase in tip height

• An overall neat and organized appearance

When correcting a small, drooping nose, one must consider overall nasal balance and harmony with the face rather than simply increasing height. In cases like this, autologous rib cartilage was used to provide firm support and naturally elevate the nasal tip.

In this particular case, the patient also suffered from nasal obstruction due to a deviated septum and rhinitis. By addressing these functional issues alongside rhinoplasty, comfortable breathing was restored. This serves as a good example of achieving aesthetic and functional improvements simultaneously.

Some patients experiencing nasal obstruction hesitate to undergo rhinoplasty; however, in these instances, combining functional nasal surgery with aesthetic rhinoplasty allows both issues to be addressed in a single surgical procedure.

I hope this case is informative for anyone concerned about a small, drooping nose or looking to resolve nasal obstruction at the same time. This has been Medical Director Dr. Peter C. Kang. Thank you.

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