Rhinoplasty Q&A
Find answers to rhinoplasty questions from Dr. Kim.
227 questions
Can I get a consultation before flying to Korea?
Yes. We offer remote consultations by video call so you can speak with our international patient team and discuss your goals before committing to travel.
Consultation & CandidacyRead answer →How does Dr. Kim determine the right technique for my nose?
Dr. Kim's approach starts with your existing anatomy — the strength and shape of your septal cartilage, your skin thickness, and your facial proportions …
Consultation & CandidacyRead answer →Can I show reference photos of the nose shape I want?
Absolutely — reference photos are a genuinely helpful part of the consultation.
Consultation & CandidacyRead answer →What happens during the first rhinoplasty consultation in Korea?
Your first consultation typically begins with a conversation about what you'd like to change and, just as importantly, what you'd like to keep about your nose.
Consultation & CandidacyRead answer →Am I a good candidate for rhinoplasty?
Most healthy adults with fully developed nasal cartilage are candidates for rhinoplasty.
Consultation & CandidacyRead answer →What is alarplasty and do I need it with my rhinoplasty?
Alarplasty is a procedure that reduces the width or flare of the nostrils, typically by removing a small amount of tissue at the base where the nostril meets the cheek.
Primary Rhinoplasty TechniquesRead answer →How is nose width narrowed during surgery?
Nose width can refer to two different things — the bony bridge width or the width of the nostrils/nasal base — and each is addressed with a different technique.
Primary Rhinoplasty TechniquesRead answer →What is a dorsal hump and how is it corrected?
A dorsal hump is a bump or bony/cartilaginous prominence along the bridge, usually most visible from the side profile.
Primary Rhinoplasty TechniquesRead answer →What is Dr. Kim's philosophy on natural-looking results?
Dr. Kim's core philosophy is that a successful rhinoplasty shouldn't announce itself — the goal is a nose that looks like it could have always belonged to…
Primary Rhinoplasty TechniquesRead answer →How customized is each rhinoplasty plan?
Every surgical plan is built individually, starting from your 3D CT scan, in-person skin evaluation, and the specific goals discussed during consultation…
Primary Rhinoplasty TechniquesRead answer →Can rhinoplasty change my profile (side view)?
Yes — the profile view is often where rhinoplasty makes the most visible difference, since it shows the full bridge line, the angle between your nose and…
Primary Rhinoplasty TechniquesRead answer →How is the ideal nose shape determined for each face?
There's no single "ideal" nose shape — the right proportions depend on the relationship between your nose and the rest of your face: the height of your…
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