Wide Nostrils? Bulbous Nose? Discover Various Solutions

Beauty standards are constantly changing with the times.

Similarly, the criteria by which we judge someone's first impression also change.

Among these, a bulbous nose,

though once called a ‘lucky nose’ associated with wealth,

is no longer considered a blessed nose.

Nowadays, rather than a bulbous nose with wide nostrils,

a neat and sophisticated nose shape is popular.

The nose, in particular, is located in the center of the face,

and for it to be considered beautiful, it must form a golden ratio

with the eyes, mouth, and overall face shape.

Those who have been self-conscious about their nose shape

wish to change it to a shape that balances their face.

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For such individuals,

bulbous nose surgery, which can reduce nostril width, is gaining attention.

A bulbous nose is characterized by wide and flat nostrils,

making the nose appear large even if the bridge is well-defined.

This complex particularly affects

women more than men, leading to an increasing number of people

deciding to undergo surgery.

There are various methods to improve this.

There are various methods to improve this.

It can be improved through surgical or non-surgical methods,

and by reshaping the nostrils, the flat facial contours can be given a three-dimensional effect,

creating a nose shape that harmonizes with the face in a triangular ratio.

So, let's find out what criteria define a bulbous nose.

Since everyone has a different face shape,

the nose must have an appropriate width.

The most ideal case for nostril width is when

the width of the nostrils is equal to the distance between the eyebrows,

and smaller than the lips.

For those whose nostrils significantly exceed this range,

bulbous nose surgery with nostril reduction is necessary.

These complexes commonly affect individuals who have:

wide nostrils that make the nose appear flat,

a lack of three-dimensionality in the nose, making it appear low,

drooping nostrils that make the nose look like an arrow,

or a high nasal bridge but a wide nasal tip.

To improve this, wide nostrils can be reduced,

and a blunt bulbous nose can be reshaped into a beautiful nose.

However, even if you have a bulbous nose,

it's crucial to determine the cause of its development

and use the appropriate method to improve the wide nostrils and blunt nose shape.

There are broadly two ways to improve a bulbous nose.

Non-surgical methods include

nostril reduction injections, sculpting nose fillers, and Hiko,

while surgical methods include

nostril reduction surgery, non-open rhinoplasty, and open rhinoplasty.

First, for non-surgical methods to improve a bulbous nose,

a delicate procedure is performed to design the wide nostrils to fit the facial proportions

and correct them into a slender nose.

At this time, the nose and face must be corrected to achieve overall harmony.

Among these methods,

nostril reduction injection involves injecting a harmless substance into the body to address the cause of wide nostrils,

and sculpting nose filler uses a highly elastic product to correct the nose from the bridge to the tip into the desired shape.

Hiko involves inserting dissolvable PDO threads into the nasal tip to act as a support from within the nose,

adding three-dimensionality to a blunt nasal tip,

thereby resolving wide nostrils and a bulbous nose.

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The prices for these procedures range from 150,000 to 400,000 KRW,

making them relatively affordable.

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When improving a bulbous nose through surgical methods,

the wide nostrils are reduced to match the ideal nose shape ratio,

creating harmony with the face.

Since the procedure is meticulously performed through inconspicuous areas,

the burden of scars can be reduced.

In particular, bulbous nose surgery to reduce nostril width

is performed differently depending on the type.

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If only the area below the nostrils is wide,

the inner part of the nose is tied together.

The shape of the nostrils and width are designed to match the face shape,

and the area between both nostrils is tied with a thread to gather the nasal tip.

Alternatively, if the nostril skin is thick,

the procedure involves reducing the skin tissue.

The lower part of both nostrils is excised to reduce their size, gathered, and sutured.

The advantage here is that the incision line is along the border of the nostril,

making the scar less visible.

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After reducing the nostril width,

the procedure concludes with correcting the nose to an appropriate height

to make it look most beautiful on the face.

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The price for nostril reduction surgery, which provides permanent results,

is around 600,000 KRW.

If additional procedures like rhinoplasty are needed,

the cost can range from 1,500,000 to 3,500,000 KRW,

varying by individual.

The reason why methods to improve a bulbous nose

by reducing wide nostrils are gaining attention is primarily because

patients can choose between non-surgical or surgical methods to improve their wide nostrils.

Furthermore, not only the bulbous nose but also other areas needing improvement can be addressed

through a 1:1 diagnosis, allowing for the creation of an ideal nose shape.

It's important not to proceed solely based on a doctor's recommendation,

but to have a thorough 1:1 consultation to respect the patient's desired nose shape

and find a medical professional who can perform ‘Secret Nose Surgery’

for those who want subtle and natural results,

or ‘Celebrity Nose Surgery’ for those who want a more noticeable and beautiful nose.

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Above all, for non-surgical methods, it is important to find a hospital where a board-certified plastic surgeon performs the procedure directly,

for surgical methods, it is important to find a place that performs bulbous nose surgery with nostril reduction using autologous tissue rather than silicone, which has a high incidence of side effects.

You can achieve the effect of reducing wide nostrils without a foreign body sensation and raising a low nasal bridge.

Therefore, if you have been self-conscious about your wide nostrils

and were looking for a solution to improve them,

bulbous nose surgery could be the answer.

It can improve the nostrils, alar, nasal tip, and nasal bridge,

making a blunt and low nose slimmer and more defined,

allowing you to achieve a sophisticated image.

It is especially important to carefully research and decide on a hospital

that can improve your nose to best suit your face.