Minimal Rhinoplasty in Korea
“What Is Minimal Rhinoplasty?”
Minimal rhinoplasty is often referred to as natural or subtle rhinoplasty, designed for patients who want refined, balanced results without dramatic changes. It is ideal for those who wish to enhance the nose line while maintaining their original features and facial harmony. This approach focuses on precise structural support using septal cartilage for stability and ear cartilage for a natural-looking tip. Depending on the patient’s condition, a silicone implant, dermis, or fascia may be selectively used to enhance the bridge while preserving a natural appearance.
Doctor’s Message
Most patients know this as an “ear cartilage for nasal tip, septal cartilage for structure, silicone for the nasal bridge.” Simple Rhinoplasty is a simple nose surgery for people who want to keep the original overall nose angle but who wish to improve their aesthetic nose line.
Operation Information
- Surgery Time : 2 Hours
- Anesthesia Type : IV Sedation or General Anesthesia
- Hospitalization : 0-1 Day
- Stitch Removal : 5 Days
- Recovery Time : 10 Days
Minimal Intervension Rhinoplasty Surgery Method
How Is the Ear Cartilage Used for the Minimal Rhinoplasty?
The ear cartilage has been used for nose surgery since long ago, mainly to cover the silicone at the nose tip. Ear cartilage is harvested from the ears. Due to its small amount and curvy shape, it is mostly used for the nose tip. It is important not to use up all the ear cartilage for the primary rhinoplasty because an ear cartilage is required when performing a revision or constructive nose surgery. The ear cartilage is now used to create a nose tip or when there is not enough septal cartilage, taking the advantage of its anatomical figure. It is used for crooked nose and for augmenting the overall nose, covered by fascia. As the ear cartilage is curved, it is not suitable for the strut to support the nasal tip and used mainly for graft in the nasal tip to strengthen the tip.
