What Is Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty (코성형수술) is a surgical procedure to refine the nose’s shape, size, and balance with the rest of the face. At QD Plastic Surgery Clinic in Gangnam, Dr. Hong designs every rhinoplasty with precision—enhancing natural harmony, improving breathing when necessary, and avoiding an “over-done” look.

Who Can Benefit from Rhinoplasty?

This procedure is suitable for those who:

• Feel their nose is too wide, flat, or bulbous
• Have a dorsal hump or crooked bridge
• Wish to refine their nasal tip or nostrils
• Need functional correction (septal deviation, difficulty breathing)
• Want to restore or revise previous nose surgery results

Types of Rhinoplasty Performed at QD Plastic Surgery

1. Bridge Augmentation

Raises and defines a low nasal bridge using silicone, Gore-Tex, or autologous cartilage for a natural yet elegant height.

2. Tip Refinement

Adjusts the angle, projection, and softness of the nasal tip using ear or septal cartilage grafts for precise definition.

3. Alar Base Reduction

Narrows wide nostrils for a more refined and proportionate appearance, maintaining natural curvature.

4. Hump Correction & Straightening

Removes or reshapes bone and cartilage to achieve a smoother nasal line and balanced profile.

5. Functional Rhinoplasty

Combines aesthetic reshaping with airway improvement—ideal for patients with breathing difficulties or past trauma.

The Procedure Step by Step

StepDescriptionConsultation3D analysis, nose simulation, and discussion of facial balance goals with Dr. HongPreparationAnesthesia plan, cartilage source review, and sterilizationSurgeryPerformed through open or closed technique depending on the correction requiredRecoverySplint protection for 5–7 days; swelling gradually decreases in 2–3 weeksFinal ResultNatural contour visible in 1–3 months as swelling fully subsides

Benefits of Rhinoplasty at QD Plastic Surgery

• Enhanced facial symmetry and natural beauty
• Improved breathing function (if functional rhinoplasty is included)
• Customized bridge height and tip shape for Asian facial harmony
• Minimal scarring through precise incisions and advanced suture methods
• Foreign-friendly support in English, Chinese, and Japanese

Recovery & Aftercare Tips

🩹 Keep your head elevated for a week
🩹 Avoid glasses or sunglasses for 4 weeks
🩹 Do not blow your nose until cleared by your doctor
🩹 Use cold compresses for the first 48 hours
🩹 Attend all follow-up visits for stitch removal and progress checks

Estimated Cost in Seoul

💰 Basic Bridge & Tip Rhinoplasty : ₩3 – ₩5 million
💰 Revision Rhinoplasty : ₩5 – ₩8 million
💰 Functional / Septal Correction : ₩4 – ₩7 million
(Pricing varies depending on technique and materials.)

Why Choose Dr. Hong at QD Plastic Surgery

• Expert design philosophy focused on natural balance and proportion
• Over 10 years of experience in facial contouring and nose aesthetics
• Located in the heart of Gangnam near Sinnonhyeon Station
• Foreign patient assistance and translation service available
• Clean, modern facility with advanced surgical equipment