After previous surgery
Nose Implant Extrusion Treatment in Gangnam, Seoul
heal first, then rebuild.
Implant extrusion is when a nose implant pushes through the skin or the lining inside the nose. It needs prompt medical care. At ONYX in Gangnam, Seoul, Dr. Yoo removes the implant, lets the tissue heal and later rebuilds the nose with your own cartilage.
- 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 nose implant extrusion?
Implant extrusion happens when an implant breaks through the skin, often at the tip, or through the lining inside the nostril. It usually follows long-term pressure, thin skin or infection.
The implant must be removed and any infection treated. Once the tissue has healed, usually after several months, the nose is reconstructed with your own cartilage, commonly rib cartilage.
| Surgery time | About 3–4 hours |
|---|---|
| Anaesthesia | General anaesthesia |
| Approach | Usually open |
| Grafts | Septal, ear or rib cartilage |
| Stay in Seoul | About 7–10 days, sometimes longer |
| Final result | About 12 months |
Signs you may relate to
- Part of the implant is visible through the skin
- There is a wound or crust over the implant
- There is discharge or swelling
- The implant can be seen inside the nostril
- The skin has been red and thinning for some time
An exposed implant needs urgent care. Please see a local doctor straight away; ONYX can plan reconstruction afterwards.
How extrusion is treated
- STEP 01
Remove
The implant is removed and the area cleaned.
- STEP 02
Heal
Infection is treated and the tissue allowed to recover.
- STEP 03
Plan reconstruction
After healing, CT and examination guide the rebuild.
- STEP 04
Rebuild
The nose is reconstructed with your own cartilage.
Staged reconstruction recovery
Typical timeline only. Healing varies with the procedure, skin thickness and materials used.
- Day 1–3 Swelling and discomfort, controlled with medication; the chest site is sore if rib cartilage was used.
- Day 7 Splint and stitches removed and the wound checked.
- Week 2–4 Bruising fades; swelling is still clearly present.
- Month 3–6 Scar tissue softens and the new shape becomes clearer.
- Month 12 The final result of revision surgery settles.
Implant Extrusion in Seoul: your questions answered.
Is implant extrusion an emergency?
It needs prompt medical care to prevent infection and further skin damage.
Can a new implant be placed at once?
Usually not. Placing a new implant into an infected or damaged area has a high risk of failure.
How long do I wait before reconstruction?
Often several months, until the tissue has fully healed.
Will my nose collapse after removal?
The nose may look lower or contracted until it is rebuilt.
Why is rib cartilage used?
After extrusion, strong, plentiful cartilage is usually needed, and rib provides it.
Plan your reconstruction 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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