Long & Arrow Nose Correction in Korea
Shorten a long nose and lift a tip that points down like an arrowhead, for a softer, younger impression.
Shorter, lifted, more youthful
Long and arrow nose correction shortens a nose that is too long and lifts a drooping, arrow-shaped tip. At YUNO the nasal cartilage is trimmed and rotated upward, the septum is shortened or repositioned, and the depressor muscle that pulls the tip down when smiling can be released to reduce recurrence.
A long nose with a drooping tip can make the face look stern or older and upset the balance of the whole face. Because the depressor septi muscle pulls the tip down every time you smile, surgery that only reshapes cartilage may slowly relapse.
Good candidates
- A long nose that makes the whole face look long
- A tip that droops noticeably
- A nose shape that makes your expression look severe
- A long septum that needs shortening
- A radix (start of the nose) that sits lower than usual
- A tip that drops when you smile
Why the cause matters
Shortening the cartilage, lifting the tip and releasing the depressor muscle work together. Missing one step can let the tip fall again over time.
How the surgery is tailored
Cartilage shortening and tip rotation
Nasal cartilage is trimmed to reduce length and the tip is rotated upward toward the forehead.
Alar cartilage reduction
If the tip cartilage is overdeveloped, part of it is removed and the rest is repositioned upward.
Septal repositioning
The septal cartilage is moved upward and fixed, supporting the new tip position.
Depressor muscle release
The muscle that pulls the tip down is released to help prevent the tip dropping again.
Implants & autologous tissue
The right material depends on your skin, the condition of your nose and the shape you want. Your surgeon will explain the options at consultation.
| Material | Type | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Silicone | Implant | Raises the bridge and creates a smooth line |
| Gore-Tex | Implant | Porous surface lets tissue grow in for close adhesion |
| AlloDerm | Processed human dermis | Covers thin skin over the bridge or adds tip height |
| Ear cartilage | Autologous | Tip shaping and lengthening |
| Septal cartilage | Autologous | Tip projection and nose lengthening |
| Rib cartilage | Autologous | Strong support with ample volume, often for revision |
| Dermis & fascia | Autologous | Soft-tissue padding under thin skin, reduces implant show |
Long & Arrow Nose Correction information
Times are typical and vary with each case. As with any surgery, bleeding, infection or inflammation can occur, and the degree differs between individuals. Your surgeon will explain risks and aftercare in detail.
Long & Arrow Nose Correction: questions
What is an arrow nose?
It describes a long nose with a tip that hangs down like an arrowhead. It can make the face look sharp or older than it is.
Will the tip drop again over time?
To reduce relapse, YUNO combines cartilage shortening and rotation with release of the depressor muscle that pulls the tip down when you smile.
Can I also raise a low bridge?
Yes. A silicone implant can raise the bridge while autologous cartilage refines tip height, in the same surgery.
Is the procedure painful?
It is performed under sedation, and post-operative discomfort is usually managed with prescribed medication during the first days.
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