Nostril concern
Flared Nostril Correction in Gangnam, Seoul
narrower, with hidden scars.
Flared nostrils curve outward at the sides, making the base of the nose look wide, especially when you smile. At ONYX in Gangnam, Seoul, Dr. Yoo reduces the flare with small incisions placed in the natural crease where the nostril meets the cheek.
- 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 are flared nostrils?
Flared nostrils have outer walls (alae) that bow outward beyond the base of the nose, so the lower nose looks wide from the front. Flare often increases when smiling.
Correction is a form of alar base reduction: a small wedge of skin is removed from the outside of the nostril wall, and the incision is closed in the alar-facial crease so the scar is hard to see.
| Surgery time | About 1 hour |
|---|---|
| Anaesthesia | Local with sedation, or general if combined |
| Incision | Hidden in the natural nostril crease |
| Stitches | Removed after about 5–7 days |
| Stay in Seoul | About 7 days |
| Final result | 3–6 months |
Signs you may relate to
- Your nostrils curve outward from the front
- The base of your nose looks wide
- Your nostrils spread when you smile
- The nose looks wider than your tip suggests
- You want a narrower base without changing the bridge
Flare and wide nostril openings need different incisions. Dr. Yoo checks which type you have before planning.
How nostril flare is reduced
- STEP 01
Measure
Flare, nostril size and base width are measured at rest and smiling.
- STEP 02
Design the wedge
A precise amount of nostril wall is marked for removal.
- STEP 03
Remove
The wedge is removed along the natural crease.
- STEP 04
Close finely
Fine sutures place the scar in the crease where it fades.
Flared nostril correction recovery
Typical timeline only. Healing varies with the procedure, skin thickness and materials used.
- Day 1–3 Mild swelling around the nostrils.
- Day 5–7 Stitches removed.
- Week 2 Redness along the incision begins to fade.
- Month 1–3 The scar matures and softens.
- Month 3–6 The final nostril shape settles.
Flared Nostrils in Seoul: your questions answered.
Will there be visible scars?
The incision sits in the natural crease beside the nostril and usually becomes hard to see after a few months.
Can it be done with rhinoplasty?
Yes, it is often combined with tip or bridge surgery.
Is it done under local anaesthesia?
On its own it can be done under local anaesthesia with sedation; with rhinoplasty, under general.
Can too much be removed?
Over-reduction can make nostrils look notched or unnatural, so ONYX removes conservatively.
Will my breathing change?
Flare reduction removes outer skin and usually does not affect airflow.
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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