Nose
Rhinoplasty in Korea, designed for facial harmony
The nose sits at the centre of the face, so a small change there changes the whole impression. At Harmony, the nose is designed with your forehead, eyes, cheeks and chin in mind — and only what you need is done.
| Surgeon | Dr. Seon-hye Yu, board-certified plastic surgeon |
|---|---|
| Approach | Designed for facial harmony; no unnecessary surgery |
| Related procedures | Alar reduction · non-incisional alar reduction · columella lift |
Why harmony matters
Each part of the face — forehead, eyes, nose, cheekbones and chin — differs from person to person, so a high, prominent nose is not automatically a beautiful one. A natural line comes from looking at the whole face and fitting the nose to it. Harmony plans surgery with sufficient consultation and only the operations that are needed, and performs them safely.
What can be changed
- Width of the nose base — alar reduction or non-incisional alar reduction
- Profile below the tip — columella lift for a hanging columella
- Bridge and tip — shaped as part of a rhinoplasty plan when the overall form of the nose is the concern
Several of these are often combined in one plan. Dr. Yu explains what each step adds — and what you can leave alone.
A female surgeon’s eye
Dr. Yu is a member of the rhinoplasty research society of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. She takes time to listen and to explain each step, and her attention to detail shows in the small adjustments that make a nose look natural.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have alar reduction without changing my bridge?
Yes. Many patients only want the nose base narrowed. Dr. Yu will tell you if another change would make a meaningful difference — and if not, she will not suggest it.
Is a female surgeon available for every step?
Yes. Dr. Yu is the representative director and manages consultation, surgery and recovery herself.
This website provides general information about procedures offered at Harmony Plastic Surgery and is not a substitute for a medical consultation. Every procedure carries risks such as swelling, bruising, asymmetry, scarring or infection, and results differ from person to person. Suitability is decided by the surgeon after an in-person examination.
Guides
Related reading
How to check that your surgeon in Korea is a board-certified plastic surgeon
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SafetyPlastic surgery safety in Korea: a checklist for visitors
A practical safety checklist for plastic surgery in Korea: the surgeon, anaesthesia and monitoring, CCTV, sterilisation, emergency readiness, consent and aftercare.
ConsultationYour nose consultation in Korea: what to prepare and what to ask
How to prepare for a nose consultation in Korea: describing what bothers you, photos to bring, and the questions to ask about method, stitches, recovery and cost.
Also at the clinic
Related treatments
Alar reduction (nostril reduction)
Narrows wide nostrils and nostril wings through a small incision — about 20 minutes, with a visible change straight away.
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Non-incisional alar reduction
A suture technique that narrows the nostril wings without cutting the skin — about 10 minutes, back to daily life right away.
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Columella lift (hanging columella)
A short procedure that raises a columella that hangs low and shows too much from the side — about 30 minutes.
Read more →Tell us what you would like to change about your nose.
Dr. Yu will look at your whole face and recommend only what you need.