ONYX Plastic Surgery · Nose Surgery Menu Gangnam Seoul Rhinoplasty Procedures, planned around your structure.
Every nose surgery at ONYX Plastic Surgery Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul starts from the same place: the cartilage and bone that support your nose. Browse procedures by the concern you want to fix, compare techniques and materials, and see how international patients plan their stay in Korea.
- 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 nose surgeries are available in Gangnam, Seoul?
ONYX Plastic Surgery Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul performs the full range of rhinoplasty procedures: tip plasty, nose bridge augmentation, dorsal hump removal, crooked nose correction, short nose correction, alar base and nostril reduction, septoplasty for breathing, and revision rhinoplasty. Surgery can be done with an open or closed approach, using your own septal, ear or rib cartilage, or a silicone implant where appropriate.
Most patients need a combination rather than a single procedure. Dr. Yoo confirms the plan after reviewing your photos and a 3D CT scan.
Start with what you want to change.
Not sure of the medical name? Pick the concern that sounds like you. Each guide explains who it suits, how it is done, recovery and what to ask at consultation.
- Tip & length
- Bridge & profile
- Nostrils & base
- Breathing
- Open vs closed
- Materials
- Revision & special cases
- By ethnicity
Nasal tip & length
For a round, undefined, short or upturned tip. The tip is shaped by small cartilages, so the result depends on how well they are supported.
Tip Plasty
Refines and projects the tip by reshaping and supporting the alar cartilages.
Read the guide → Short or upturned noseShort Nose Correction
Lengthens the nose and reduces visible nostrils using a strong cartilage framework.
Read the guide → Low, flat nose overallFlat Nose Augmentation
Builds height at the bridge and tip together for a balanced profile.
Read the guide →Bridge & profile
For a low bridge, a bump in profile, or a nose that leans to one side.
Nose Bridge Augmentation
Raises the bridge with cartilage or an implant, sized to your forehead and eyes.
Read the guide → Bump on the bridgeDorsal Hump Removal
Smooths a prominent hump while keeping a natural, non-scooped line.
Read the guide → Crooked or deviated noseCrooked Nose Correction
Straightens bone and cartilage so the nose sits on the midline of the face.
Read the guide →Nostrils & nose base
For a wide base or large, flared nostrils. Often combined with tip work for balance.
Breathing & function
For a blocked nose caused by a deviated septum. Can be done together with cosmetic rhinoplasty.
Surgical approach
How the surgeon reaches the structure. Chosen by what needs correcting, not by preference alone.
Materials
What is used to build height and support. ONYX favours your own tissue for long-term stability.
Autologous Cartilage
Your own septal or ear cartilage, used to support and shape the tip.
Read the guide → Revision or major supportRib Cartilage Rhinoplasty
Provides abundant, strong cartilage when septal supply is limited.
Read the guide → Bridge heightSilicone Implant
A custom-carved implant for the bridge, combined with cartilage at the tip.
Read the guide → No foreign materialNo-Implant Rhinoplasty
Shape and height achieved with your own tissue only.
Read the guide →Revision & special cases
For a previous surgery you are unhappy with, male patients, or those not ready for surgery.
Revision Rhinoplasty
Rebuilds weakened structure, not just the shape. Usually with rib or ear cartilage.
Read the guide → Male patientsMale Rhinoplasty
Keeps a strong, straight masculine line without an over-refined tip.
Read the guide → No surgery, no downtimeNon-Surgical Rhinoplasty
Filler-based contouring for small changes, with honest limits explained.
Read the guide → Subtle resultNatural-Looking Rhinoplasty
Proportion-led design so the nose fits your face, not a trend.
Read the guide →Rhinoplasty by ethnicity
Skin thickness, cartilage strength and ideal proportions differ between ethnic backgrounds. Planning should respect your heritage.
Caucasian Rhinoplasty
Hump reduction and tip refinement that keeps your natural character.
Read the guide → Middle Eastern patientsMiddle Eastern Rhinoplasty
Addresses strong humps and drooping tips in thicker skin.
Read the guide → African & African-American patientsAfrican Rhinoplasty
Bridge definition and base narrowing in harmony with your features.
Read the guide → East & Southeast Asian patientsAsian Rhinoplasty
Bridge height and tip projection with soft, natural lines.
Read the guide →Open or closed? Cartilage or implant?
The two questions international patients ask most. A general overview; your surgeon recommends what fits your anatomy.
Open vs closed rhinoplasty
| Open | Closed | |
|---|---|---|
| Incision | Small cut under the nose plus inside the nostrils | Inside the nostrils only |
| Visible scar | Fine line that usually fades well | None |
| Best for | Complex tip work, revision, major structure | Bridge changes, moderate tip refinement |
| Swelling | Tip swelling lasts longer | Often settles sooner |
Rhinoplasty materials
| Typical use | Consider | |
|---|---|---|
| Septal cartilage | Tip support and shaping | Limited amount; may be used up after earlier surgery |
| Ear cartilage | Tip softening and grafts | Curved and soft; good for the tip, less for height |
| Rib cartilage | Revision, strong support, lengthening | Small chest incision; most abundant supply |
| Silicone implant | Bridge height | Best combined with cartilage at the tip |
From your first photo to your flight home.
You can start before booking a flight. Most patients plan around 7–10 days in Seoul.
- STEP 01
Send photos online
Message us on WhatsApp with front, side and 45° photos, and tell us what you would like to change. Reviewed in English.
- STEP 02
Get a pre-plan & estimate
We suggest likely procedures and a cost range, and help you pick dates around your trip.
- STEP 03
Consult & surgery in Gangnam
1:1 consultation with Dr. Yoo, 3D CT and simulation, then surgery once the plan is final.
- STEP 04
Check-up & fly home
Splint and stitches are usually removed about a week later. Questions after you return home can be sent on WhatsApp.
How long does rhinoplasty recovery take?
Most people are back to light activity and sightseeing within 1–2 weeks. The final shape continues to refine for up to a year as swelling settles, especially at the tip.
Typical timeline only. Healing varies with the procedure, skin thickness and materials used.
- Day 1–3 Most swelling and some bruising. Rest with your head raised; pain is usually mild and controlled with medication.
- Day 5–7 Splint and stitches removed at the clinic. Many patients feel comfortable going out.
- Week 2–3 Bruising has mostly faded. Desk work, cafés and travel are generally fine.
- Month 1–3 The nose looks natural to others; the tip may still feel firm.
- Month 6–12 Residual swelling resolves and the final result is visible.
How much does rhinoplasty cost in Gangnam, Seoul?
There is no single price, because no two noses need the same work. Your quote depends on:
- Which areas are corrected (tip, bridge, base, septum)
- Primary surgery or revision rhinoplasty
- Material: your own cartilage, rib cartilage or implant
- Anaesthesia and any combined procedures
Send your photos and you will receive an estimated range before you travel, with a final quote after your in-person consultation.
Ask for my estimate
Rhinoplasty procedures in Seoul: your questions answered.
Which rhinoplasty procedure is right for me?
It depends on your nasal structure, skin thickness and the change you want. Many patients need a combination, for example tip plasty with hump removal. Send front, side and 45° photos on WhatsApp for a preliminary opinion; the final plan is set after a 3D CT scan and consultation with Dr. Yoo.
Can several procedures be done in one surgery?
Yes. Tip, bridge, hump, nostril and septum corrections are commonly planned together as one operation, which means a single recovery period.
How much does a nose job cost in Gangnam, Seoul?
Cost depends on the areas corrected, whether it is a first or revision surgery, and the materials used. ONYX gives an estimated range after reviewing your photos and confirms the final quote at consultation.
How long should I stay in Seoul for rhinoplasty?
Plan for around 7–10 days: consultation and pre-operative tests, surgery, then splint and stitch removal roughly one week later. Revision or rib cartilage cases may need a few extra days.
Do you use my own cartilage or an implant?
ONYX takes a structure-first approach and prefers your own septal, ear or rib cartilage, especially for the tip. A silicone implant may be used for bridge height when it suits your anatomy.
Can I have a consultation online before I travel?
Yes. Message us on WhatsApp with your photos and goals. You will get feedback in English, a suggested plan and an estimated cost range before booking flights.
Is ONYX English-friendly for foreign patients?
Yes. Communication before, during and after your visit is available in English, including WhatsApp support for aftercare questions once you return home.
Where is ONYX Plastic Surgery Clinic?
8F, 18 Gangnam-daero 94-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, a short walk from Gangnam Station (Line 2 and Shinbundang Line). From Incheon Airport it is about 60–80 minutes by airport limousine bus or taxi.
A private clinic in the heart of 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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