Rhinoplasty
Closed rhinoplasty
Closed rhinoplasty works entirely through incisions inside the nostrils, leaving the columella untouched — no external scar and a faster recovery, while still allowing implant placement, tip projection and lengthening. It demands an experienced surgeon to keep the result straight.
Who it suits
- Want augmentation with no visible external scar
- Straightforward anatomy with no previous nose surgery
- Need to return to normal life quickly
Technique highlights
- No incision across the base of the nose
- Less swelling; splint off after 4 days
- Implant and cartilage chosen to match each nose
Surgical steps
- One-to-one consultation and facial analysis with the specialist surgeon before an individual plan is drawn up.
- Anaesthesia: local or sleep sedation. The procedure itself takes 1-1.5 hours.
- The board-certified plastic surgeon performs the operation personally throughout.
- Recovery is monitored on site and you go home the same day — no inpatient stay.
Recovery & aftercare
- Sutures and dressings: splint off day 4, sutures out day 7.
- Follow-up visits: 3 visits.
- Back to daily life in 5-7 days. Cold compresses for the first 2-3 days and sleeping with the head elevated reduce swelling.
Risks & things to consider
- Results depend on each patient's anatomy, skin condition and aftercare, so identical outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
- Stop smoking, alcohol and blood-thinning medication before and after surgery as instructed by your doctor.
- Disclose all previous surgery, medical conditions and drug allergies at the consultation.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take and is a hospital stay needed?
It takes 1-1.5 hours under local or sleep sedation, with no hospital stay — you go home the same day.
How many days should I stay in Korea?
Typically you are back to daily life in 5-7 days, with 3 visits, so plan at least 7-10 days in Korea to cover suture removal and follow-up.
Who performs the surgery at Epic Plastic Surgery?
Epic's board-certified plastic surgeons consult, plan and operate personally. The clinic is on the 12th floor of Sinsa Mi Tower, 616 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul.