Strong, Stable Support for Complex or Revision Nose Surgery

Rib cartilage grafts provide strong, durable support for rhinoplasty—especially in revision cases, collapsed noses, ethnic noses requiring structural augmentation, and patients needing major reconstruction. At UE Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, our female board-certified rhinoplasty specialist uses rib grafts to rebuild and refine the nose with natural shape, lasting stability, and safe breathing function.

Why Choose Rib Cartilage in Rhinoplasty?

• Superior strength for major structural support
• Ideal when septal/ear cartilage is insufficient
• Needed for complex revision or contracted nose repair
• Allows precise shaping for bridge and tip structure
• Long-lasting stability with low risk of collapse
• Biocompatible and natural—your own tissue, no implant risk

Who Benefits From Rib Graft Rhinoplasty?

• Revision rhinoplasty cases
• Severe bridge collapse (saddle nose)
• Contracted or short nose deformity
• Previous implant removal or infection
• Trauma-related nasal deformity
• Patients seeking natural cartilage instead of implants
• Ethnic noses requiring structural augmentation for definition

Types of Rib Cartilage Techniques

• Dorsal onlay graft: Restores/augments the bridge with smooth definition
• Extended spreader grafts: Restore middle vault and breathing
• Septal extension graft: Stable tip support and rotation control
• Columellar strut: Base stabilization and tip refinement
• Alar rim/batten grafts: Correct collapse and support nostrils
• Grafted camouflage (fascia/SMAS): Smoothes contours, especially under thin skin

Structural design prevents warping and ensures natural lines.

What to Expect During Surgery

• Anesthesia: General anesthesia
• Duration: ~3–5 hours depending on complexity
• Harvest: Small rib incision (usually 2–3 cm), low-visibility
• Approach: Open rhinoplasty typically required for precision
• After: Nose splint ~5–7 days; chest dressing same day

Recovery & Aftercare

• Return to desk work in ~7–10 days
• Light activity in 2 weeks; avoid heavy exercise ~4 weeks
• Chest soreness improves within days; scar fades with care
• Final nasal refinement 6–12 months as swelling settles

Results You Can Expect

• Restored support and height to the nasal bridge
• Natural-looking tip projection and definition
• Improved breathing from internal valve support
• Symmetry and balanced front-view & profile lines
• Durable structure that resists sagging or re-contraction

Safety & Scar Considerations

• Small chest scar hidden near breast crease or under ribs
• Warping minimized with carving & graft stabilization techniques
• Autologous cartilage greatly reduces rejection/infection risks

Combining Procedures

• Contracted nose repair
• Implant removal & conversion to cartilage
• Septoplasty & airway correction
• Alar base or tip refinement
• Facial balancing (chin filler/implant)

Why Choose UE Plastic Surgery in Gangnam

• Female board-certified rhinoplasty specialist experienced in complex grafting
• Expertise in ethnic and revision noses requiring structural strength
• Natural aesthetic philosophy—no over-built or artificial look
• Hijab-friendly facilities with private rooms and female staff options
• English-speaking support for international patients

Begin Your Structural Rhinoplasty Journey

Strengthen, rebuild, or enhance your nose structure with rib cartilage graft rhinoplasty at UE Plastic Surgery, Gangnam, Seoul.
Book a private consultation (in-clinic or WhatsApp) for a personalized treatment plan.