Size & proportion
Hooked Nose Correction in Gangnam, Seoul
a straight, balanced profile.
A hooked or aquiline nose combines a hump on the bridge with a tip that curves downward, which can make the nose look larger and stronger than you would like. At ONYX in Gangnam, Seoul, Dr. Yoo reduces the hump and lifts the tip together, so the profile becomes straight and balanced.
- 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 is a hooked nose?
A hooked (aquiline) nose has a prominent dorsal hump and a tip that hangs or curves downward, creating a hook-like profile. The hump comes from bone and cartilage; the low tip from weak tip support or a long septum.
Treating only the hump often leaves the tip still drooping, so correction combines dorsal hump removal with tip rotation and support to straighten the whole profile.
| Surgery time | About 2–3 hours |
|---|---|
| Anaesthesia | General anaesthesia |
| Approach | Usually open |
| Splint & stitches | Removed after about 7 days |
| Stay in Seoul | About 7–10 days |
| Final result | 6–12 months |
Signs you may relate to
- Your nose has a hump and a downturned tip
- The profile curves like a hook
- The tip drops further when you smile
- Your nose looks long from the side
- Removing the hump alone would not fix the tip
Some patients want to keep a slight, natural curve. Dr. Yoo will show you options with 3D simulation.
How a hooked nose is corrected
- STEP 01
Plan the profile
Hump height and tip angle are planned together on 3D simulation.
- STEP 02
Reduce the hump
Bone and cartilage are reduced and the bridge smoothed.
- STEP 03
Lift the tip
The tip is rotated and supported with cartilage.
- STEP 04
Narrow if needed
Osteotomy closes the open roof after hump removal.
Hooked nose correction recovery
Typical timeline only. Healing varies with the procedure, skin thickness and materials used.
- Day 1–3 Swelling and bruising around the eyes are most noticeable.
- Day 7 Splint and stitches removed.
- Week 2–3 Bruising fades; light activity resumes.
- Month 1–3 Avoid any impact to the nose and heavy glasses.
- Month 6–12 The final shape and line settle.
Hooked Nose in Seoul: your questions answered.
Is a hooked nose the same as a dorsal hump?
A hooked nose includes a hump but also a drooping tip. Both are corrected together.
Can I keep a little curve?
Yes. Many patients prefer a natural, slightly curved profile rather than a perfectly straight one.
Is osteotomy always needed?
Often, after a significant hump is removed, the bones are moved inward to keep the bridge narrow and closed.
Will the tip drop again?
The tip is supported with cartilage grafts to keep the new angle stable.
How long until the final profile?
The bridge settles within months; the tip may take up to a year.
Plan your hooked nose 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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