Nose tip concern
Wide Nose Tip Correction in Gangnam, Seoul
narrower, still natural.
A wide nose tip spreads across the lower nose and can make the face look broader. At ONYX in Gangnam, Seoul, Dr. Yoo narrows the tip by reshaping and repositioning the cartilage, then supports it so the new width lasts without a pinched look.
- 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 wide nose tip?
A wide nose tip is one where the lower part of the nose is broad from the front, often because the two tip cartilages are large or set far apart, or because the skin is thick.
Correction narrows the domes with sutures and conservative trimming, and adds support so the tip does not spread again. If the nostrils are also wide, alar base reduction may be combined.
| 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
- The lower nose looks wide from the front
- Your tip is wider than your bridge
- The nose seems to spread when you smile
- You want a slimmer front view without a pinched tip
- Your nostrils also look wide
Tip width and nostril width are different problems. Dr. Yoo checks both before recommending one or the other.
How a wide tip is narrowed
- STEP 01
Separate the causes
Cartilage, skin and nostril width are assessed separately.
- STEP 02
Narrow the domes
Dome sutures bring the tip cartilages closer together.
- STEP 03
Trim conservatively
Only excess cartilage is removed, preserving support.
- STEP 04
Support
A strut or extension graft keeps the narrower tip stable.
Wide tip 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.
Wide Nose Tip in Seoul: your questions answered.
Can a wide tip be narrowed without making it look pinched?
Yes. ONYX narrows the tip gradually and keeps enough cartilage so the tip stays soft and natural.
Is a wide tip the same as wide nostrils?
No. The tip is the cartilage at the front of the nose; the nostrils are at the base. Some patients need one, some need both.
Will thick skin affect the result?
Thick skin can limit how narrow the tip appears and slows swelling, so structure is used to help the new shape show.
How long does swelling in the tip last?
Most visible swelling settles over the first few months, with final refinement up to a year.
Can it be done with closed rhinoplasty?
Mild narrowing can sometimes be done closed; more structural work is usually open.
Plan your wide nose tip 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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