Contracted nose surgery in Seoul, Korea
Contracted nose surgery in Gangnam, Seoul at Marble Plastic Surgery: revision rhinoplasty with rib cartilage to lengthen a short, upturned nose.
Typical ranges for contracted nose surgery; your surgeon confirms the details at consultation.
What is contracted nose surgery?
Contracted nose surgery is revision rhinoplasty that lengthens a nose that has become short, upturned and hard after previous surgery, usually because of capsular contracture or infection around an implant. At Marble Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul, it is performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon using rib cartilage for support.
Scar tissue pulls the tip upward and stiffens the skin, so the correction has three parts: release the scar, rebuild a strong framework to hold the tip down, and replace or remove the implant. Autologous or donor rib cartilage is typically required, and skin elasticity sets the limit of lengthening.
Who is contracted nose surgery for?
Suitability is decided at a 1:1 consultation with your surgeon.
- A nose that has shortened or turned up after rhinoplasty
- Visible nostrils from the front
- A hard, immobile tip or thinning skin over an implant
- Tissues that have recovered from any infection or inflammation
How contracted nose surgery is performed at Marble
- Consultation and planning Your surgeon reviews your surgical history, examines skin elasticity and scar tissue, and uses 3D-CT to plan graft material and the achievable length.
- Anesthesia and monitoring A board-certified anesthesiologist selects the anesthesia with your surgeon, administers it, and monitors you continuously throughout the procedure.
- Releasing scar and lengthening Scar tissue and the capsule are released, the implant is removed or exchanged, and a rib cartilage framework extends the septum to lengthen and lower the tip.
- Recovery and discharge You rest in a private recovery room under monitoring. Before you leave, the team explains wound care, medication and your follow-up schedule.
Recovery and aftercare
Most patients go home the same day. A splint is usually worn for about a week, and visible swelling settles over roughly two weeks, with the tip continuing to refine for months. Aftercare visits are scheduled on days 2, 7 and 14.
- Swelling injection on day 2
- Regenerative laser on days 7 and 14
- 1:1 progress checks with your surgeon
- Unlimited scar care
Surgeon-of-record policy
The board-certified specialist you consult with performs your surgery — no substitute surgeons.
Anesthesiologist on site
A board-certified anesthesiologist manages screening, anesthesia and recovery.
Real-time monitoring
A central system monitors every patient continuously during surgery and recovery.
Operating-room CCTV
Cameras in the operating room provide transparency and faster emergency response.
Frequently asked questions
Why does a nose contract after rhinoplasty?
Most often because of capsular contracture, inflammation or infection around an implant, which creates scar tissue that pulls the nose shorter.
How long must I wait before revision?
Usually at least six months after the previous surgery or after inflammation has settled, so that tissues are soft enough to work with.
Can a contracted nose be fully restored?
Significant improvement is common, but the outcome depends on how elastic the remaining skin is. Your surgeon explains realistic goals.
Who will perform my procedure at Marble Plastic Surgery?
The surgeon you consult with performs your surgery. Marble follows a surgeon-of-record policy with no substitute surgeons, and a board-certified anesthesiologist is on site full-time to manage anesthesia and monitoring.
Can I arrange a consultation in English before traveling to Seoul?
Yes. International patients can start with an online consultation by sending photos and goals through WhatsApp or the contact form. The plan is then confirmed in person at the clinic in Gangnam.
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Plan your contracted nose surgery consultation
Send your photos and goals and a member of our team will reply with next steps. You can also use the consultation form at the bottom of this page.
- Clinic
- Marble Plastic Surgery (마블성형외과)
- Address
- 3F Juryuseong Bldg., 435 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00
Sat 10:00–16:00
Closed Sundays & public holidays - Languages
- English, Japanese, Chinese and Thai coordinators
All surgery carries risks, including bleeding, infection and inflammation. Results, recovery time and satisfaction vary between individuals. Times shown are typical ranges and are confirmed for you at consultation. This page is for general information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation.