Dorsal hump reduction in Seoul, Korea
Dorsal hump reduction in Gangnam, Seoul at Marble Plastic Surgery: smooth a hooked or humped bridge for a straight, natural nasal profile.
Typical ranges for dorsal hump reduction; your surgeon confirms the details at consultation.
What is dorsal hump reduction?
Dorsal hump reduction is rhinoplasty that removes or reshapes the bony and cartilaginous bump on the bridge of the nose to create a smooth profile. At Marble Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul, it is planned with 3D-CT and performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon.
A hump is made of bone in its upper part and cartilage in its lower part. After it is reduced, the nasal bones are usually moved inward so the bridge does not look flat or wide. The tip is supported at the same time so that it does not drop.
Who is dorsal hump reduction for?
Suitability is decided at a 1:1 consultation with your surgeon.
- A visible bump on the bridge in profile
- A hooked nose with a drooping tip
- A hump following an injury
- People who want a straight or gently curved profile
How dorsal hump reduction is performed at Marble
- Consultation and planning Your surgeon measures the hump on 3D-CT, simulates the profile and plans how much to reduce and whether the bones need narrowing.
- Anesthesia and monitoring A board-certified anesthesiologist selects the anesthesia with your surgeon, administers it, and monitors you continuously throughout the procedure.
- Reducing the hump The cartilage and bone of the hump are shaved or removed, lateral osteotomies close the bridge, and the tip is supported with cartilage.
- 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
Can a hump be removed without breaking the bones?
A very small hump can sometimes be filed down alone. Larger humps usually need osteotomy to narrow the bridge after reduction.
Will my nose look wider after hump removal?
Not when the nasal bones are repositioned inward, which is a routine part of the procedure when needed.
Can a hump be hidden without surgery?
Filler can camouflage a small hump temporarily by raising the areas around it, but it does not remove the hump.
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 dorsal hump reduction 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.