Nostril concern
Asymmetric Nostril Correction in Gangnam, Seoul
evened out, naturally.
Uneven nostrils, one larger, higher or differently shaped than the other, are noticeable from below and in photos. At ONYX in Gangnam, Seoul, Dr. Yoo finds whether the cause is the septum, the tip cartilage or the nostril base and corrects it at the source.
- 01 1:1 consultation with the operating surgeon
- 02 3D CT scan & virtual simulation before surgery
- 03 Structure-first design with your own cartilage
- 04 English-friendly support via WhatsApp
What causes asymmetric nostrils?
Nostril asymmetry can come from a deviated caudal septum pushing into one nostril, uneven tip cartilages, different nostril base widths, or a previous injury or surgery.
Correction targets the cause: straightening the lower septum, balancing the tip cartilages, adjusting the nostril rims or base, or a combination.
| Surgery time | About 1.5–2.5 hours |
|---|---|
| Anaesthesia | General anaesthesia |
| Approach | Open or closed, depending on the tip |
| Splint & stitches | Removed after about 7 days |
| Stay in Seoul | About 7–10 days |
| Final result | 6–12 months (the tip settles last) |
Signs you may relate to
- One nostril is larger than the other
- One nostril sits higher
- Your nostrils are different shapes from below
- The septum is visible inside one nostril
- The asymmetry appeared after injury or surgery
Small nostril differences are normal. The goal is a balanced look, not perfect symmetry.
How uneven nostrils are corrected
- STEP 01
Find the cause
Septum, tip cartilage and base are examined separately.
- STEP 02
Straighten the septum
A deviated caudal septum is repositioned.
- STEP 03
Balance the cartilage
Tip cartilages are adjusted to even the nostril shape.
- STEP 04
Fine-tune the base
Rims or base width are refined if still uneven.
Nostril correction recovery
Typical timeline only. Healing varies with the procedure, skin thickness and materials used.
- Day 1–3 Swelling and some bruising; the tip feels firm and numb.
- Day 7 Splint and stitches removed; most patients are cleared to fly after this check.
- Week 2–4 Visible swelling fades and daily routines resume.
- Month 1–3 The tip still feels firm; avoid pressure, heavy glasses and impact.
- Month 6–12 Tip definition fully settles, especially with thicker skin.
Asymmetric Nostrils in Seoul: your questions answered.
Can nostril asymmetry be fixed without surgery?
Filler can sometimes even a small difference in the rim, but structural causes need surgery.
Will breathing improve?
If the septum is blocking one side, straightening it often helps airflow.
Can the nostrils be made perfectly equal?
Most are greatly improved, but small differences may remain, as in every natural face.
Is it combined with rhinoplasty?
Often, because the cause is usually the septum or tip.
How long until the final shape?
The nostrils settle over several months.
Plan your nostril consultation in Gangnam, Seoul.
Address
8F, 18 Gangnam-daero 94-gil
Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Getting here
Near Gangnam Station
Line 2 · Shinbundang Line
Hours (KST)
Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00
Sat 10:00–16:00
Closed Sundays & public holidays
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