Tip Plasty in Seoul, Korea
Refine the projection, rotation and definition of the nasal tip — reshaped with your own cartilage for a balanced, natural-looking result.
- Board-certified plastic surgeons
- English-speaking support
- 400 m from Gangnam Station
Tip plasty(nasal tip surgery) reshapes only the lower part of the nose. By suturing, trimming or supporting the tip cartilages — often with septal or ear cartilage grafts — it can lift a drooping tip, add projection to a flat tip, or slim a round, bulbous tip.
- Surgery time
- Approx. 1–1.5 hours
- Anesthesia
- Sleep (IV) or general anesthesia
- Splint & stitches out
- Around day 5–7
- Recommended stay in Seoul
- 7–10 days
Who is a good candidate for tip plasty?
Tip plasty suits patients who are happy with their bridge but want a more refined lower nose.
If the bridge is also low or uneven, tip plasty is often combined with bridge augmentation or hump reduction.
- Round, wide or bulbous nasal tip
- Low or flat tip projection
- Drooping (downward-rotated) tip
- Thick skin with poor tip definition
- Mild nostril asymmetry seen from below
What tip plasty can improve
Projection
Raises a flat tip so the nose looks more defined in profile.
Rotation
Lifts a drooping tip to an appropriate nasolabial angle without looking upturned.
Definition
Narrows a round or boxy tip by reshaping the alar cartilages.
Support
Strengthens the tip with cartilage so the result holds over time.
Tip plasty before & after
This case shows a more defined, better-supported tip that blends naturally with the bridge.
Results vary between individuals depending on anatomy, technique and healing. Possible complications include bleeding, infection, inflammation and asymmetry. Photos are shared with patient consent and identities are protected.
Tip plasty techniques
Cartilage suturing
Sutures reshape and narrow the tip cartilages without removing much tissue.
Septal extension graft
Septal cartilage supports and projects the tip in a stable position.
Ear cartilage graft
A natural graft for gentle projection — see ear cartilage rhinoplasty.
Soft-tissue thinning
Careful debulking can improve definition in thick-skinned noses.
Closed or open approach
Chosen by the degree of change — compare open vs closed rhinoplasty.
Combined alar reduction
Wide nostrils can be narrowed at the same time with alar reduction.
Tip plasty process for international patients
- Online consultation Send front and side photos via WhatsApp for a preliminary review.
- In-clinic consultation Your surgeon examines the nose, explains options, risks and a personalized quote.
- Surgery day Surgery with anesthesia managed by a board-certified anesthesiologist.
- Splint & stitch removal Usually around day 5–7, followed by a check-up.
- Follow-up Remote aftercare support after you return home.
Tip plasty recovery timeline
Typical milestones after surgical rhinoplasty (individual healing varies):
| Days 1–3 | Peak swelling and bruising; keep the head elevated and rest. |
|---|---|
| Days 5–7 | Splint and stitches removed; light daily activities resume. |
| Weeks 2–3 | Most bruising fades; many patients are comfortable flying home. |
| Months 1–3 | Most swelling subsides; avoid pressure on the nose and contact sports as instructed. |
| 6–12 months | Final contour, especially of the tip, becomes fully visible. |
Detailed instructions: Rhinoplasty aftercare guide · Pricing factors: Nose surgery cost in Korea
Why choose YUNO Plastic Surgery for tip plasty?
Tip plasty FAQ
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