A precise analysis of the previous result, with the goal of making this the last revision.
"Without a precise analysis of why the previous surgery fell short, patients often end up with a third or fourth operation. Resolving the underlying cause in a single, well-planned revision is always the goal."
— Dr. Choi Dong-Il, Director
A precise analysis of why the previous surgery fell short, paired with a surgical plan tailored to that specific cause.
Revision rhinoplasty is generally best performed at least six months after the original surgery. By that point, the tissues have stabilized and softened, allowing for a cleaner surgical field and a more reliable outcome.
There are situations where earlier intervention is appropriate, particularly when the previous procedure was aggressive, when the skin is compromised, or when active inflammation is present. The exact timing is best determined through a thorough consultation with a surgeon experienced in revision cases.
※ Choosing a surgeon with deep, hands-on experience in revision rhinoplasty is essential to a good outcome.
Suitable candidates, surgical approach, and what to expect afterward.
Six common patterns: implant show-through, displacement, infection, capsular contracture, and more.
The reason behind the previous result is identified first; the surgical plan follows from that.
Resolving the underlying problem in one careful operation, with the goal of avoiding yet another surgery.
Dr. Choi Dong-Il, with 22 years of practice and deep clinical experience in revision rhinoplasty.
Six common situations in which revision rhinoplasty is most often considered.
An unsatisfactory
result after rhinoplasty
An implant that is
visible or has shifted
An implant that has
bent or warped
Persistent redness
over the dorsum or tip
An overly high
nasal bridge
A nose distorted
by capsular contracture
In most cases, revision rhinoplasty is best performed at least six months after the original surgery — once the tissues have stabilized and softened. There are exceptions: an aggressive prior procedure, compromised skin, or active inflammation may all call for earlier intervention.
A careful review of why the previous surgery fell short, and of the current state of the nose, helps to avoid yet another revision down the line.
The director personally manages every step — from consultation through postoperative care — for a safe, satisfying result.
Revision rhinoplasty is built around the patient's specific condition. Six representative scenarios are outlined below.
Swelling, redness, or pain following a rhinoplasty. Mild cases can often be managed with antibiotics and supportive care; in more severe cases, the implant and surrounding inflammation are removed first, and revision is planned once the tissues have healed.
Often a positioning issue. Revision repositions the implant to restore alignment. When the underlying cause is a deviated nasal bone, an osteotomy is added to correct the structural source.
When the dorsal skin is thin or the implant placed was too thick, the silicone edge can become visible. The implant is either covered with the patient's own fascia or replaced with one better suited to the skin thickness.
This typically happens when the implant was placed slightly off the correct subperiosteal pocket. It is removed and repositioned precisely between the nasal bone and the periosteum to restore stability.
When too tall an implant has left the dorsum looking artificial. Revision adjusts the height to match the proportions of the patient's face.
Repeated infection or revision can cause the capsule and scar tissue around the implant to adhere together, lifting and stiffening the nose. The correction involves implant removal, capsular release, skin re-draping, and repositioning of the tip cartilage.
Three principles that support a safe, lasting result in revision rhinoplasty at Gangnam Seoyon.
All photographs shown are taken six months after surgery.
Videos on revision rhinoplasty are coming soon.
Every inquiry is reviewed personally by Director Choi Dong-Il.
