Drooping Tip Correction in Seoul, Korea
Drooping tip correction lifts and softens a tip that hangs down like an arrowhead. Tip cartilages and support structures are adjusted, and the muscle that pulls the tip down when smiling is assessed.
- Procedure time
- About 1–2.5 hours
- Anesthesia
- IV sedation or general anesthesia
- Time in Seoul
- 7–9 days in Seoul
- Recovery
- Splint off around day 7
Who is Drooping Tip Correction for?
- Your tip points downward
- Your tip drops further when you smile
How Drooping Tip Correction works
A hanging tip results from weak or long cartilages, a long septum, or an active depressor septi muscle that pulls the tip down during smiling.
Cartilage sutures and support grafts rotate the tip upward, and the muscle effect is reduced where it contributes.
Our approach to Drooping Tip Correction
Tip rotation
Sutures and support grafts rotate the tip up.
Muscle management
The depressor muscle's effect is assessed and addressed.
Drooping Tip Correction: step by step
- Dynamic assessmentThe tip is evaluated at rest and when smiling.
- SupportA strut or extension graft is placed.
- RotationCartilages are sutured to lift the tip.
- SplintThe new position is held with tape and splint.
Risks and side effects of Drooping Tip Correction
- Swelling and bruisingPeaks at 2–3 days and mostly settles within 2 weeks; fine swelling can take months.
- Partial relapseWeak support can let the tip drop again; strong grafts reduce this.
- AsymmetryMild differences can remain or appear as swelling resolves; small revisions are occasionally needed.
All medical procedures carry risks. Your surgeon will review your medical history, explain the risks that apply to you and discuss alternatives before you decide.
Drooping Tip Correction recovery timeline
| When | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Day 0 | Surgery and rest in a private recovery room; most patients return to their hotel the same day. Cold compresses start straight away. |
| Days 2–3 | Swelling and bruising usually peak. Keep your head elevated, walk gently and avoid alcohol, saunas and exercise. |
| Days 5–7 | Check-up at the clinic; stitches, splints or tapes are removed where used. Most patients are cleared to fly after this visit. |
| Week 2 | Most visible swelling has eased and many people return to desk work and light make-up. |
| Months 1–3 | Residual swelling keeps settling and the shape refines. Strenuous exercise is usually resumed after 4 weeks. |
| Months 6–12 | The final result is generally assessed at this stage. We follow up online after you return home. |
Aftercare tips
- Sleep with your head raised for the first 1–2 weeks.
- Do not wear glasses on the bridge for about 4 weeks.
- Avoid blowing your nose, swimming and saunas for 2–4 weeks.
- Stop aspirin, fish oil and vitamin E 1–2 weeks before surgery unless your doctor says otherwise.
- Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 2–4 weeks; both slow healing.
Planning your trip to Seoul for Drooping Tip Correction
For surgery we generally recommend about 7–9 days in Seoul, so stitches or splints can be checked around day 5–7 before you fly home.
Cellis Lab Clinic occupies its own seven-story building at 244 Hyoryeong-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul — next to Gangnam and about an 8-minute walk from Nambu Bus Terminal Station (Line 3, Exit 5). Incheon International Airport is roughly 70–90 minutes away by airport limousine bus or taxi.
Before you book flights, send your photos and questions on WhatsApp. We will reply in English with an initial assessment, a provisional plan and a quote range, then confirm the plan at your in-person consultation.
What affects the cost of Drooping Tip Correction in Korea?
- Closed or open approach
- Implant, rib, ear or septal cartilage and dermis
- Primary surgery or revision
- Combined procedures such as septoplasty or alar reduction
Prices are quoted individually after consultation and include the items listed in your written quote.
Drooping Tip Correction FAQ
Why does my tip drop when I smile?
A small muscle under the nose pulls the tip down. Its effect can be reduced during surgery.
Can Botox fix a drooping tip?
Botox can soften the muscle pull temporarily, but structural drooping needs surgery.
Can this be combined with hump reduction?
Yes, they are often treated together.
Where can I get Drooping Tip Correction in Seoul, Korea?
Cellis Lab Clinic in Seocho-gu, Seoul — next to Gangnam — performs Drooping Tip Correction. The clinic is an 8-minute walk from Nambu Bus Terminal Station (Line 3, Exit 5).
How much does Drooping Tip Correction cost in Korea?
The cost of Drooping Tip Correction depends on the technique, materials and extent of treatment. We provide a written quote after an online consultation with photos or an in-person examination.
How long should I stay in Korea for Drooping Tip Correction?
For surgery we generally recommend about 7–9 days in Seoul, so stitches or splints can be checked around day 5–7 before you fly home. Your exact schedule is confirmed at consultation.
Can I have a consultation in English before travelling?
Yes. Send photos and your questions on WhatsApp in English. We reply with an initial opinion, a suggested plan and the dates you would need in Seoul.
About your surgeon
Dr. Yang Dong-Jun is a Korean board-certified plastic surgeon with 26 years of surgical experience and the developer of the SOFIT, SOFTXIL and VXIL techniques. He performs the consultation and the operation himself.
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