Types of Nose Tip Surgery and How to Choose｜Effects, Costs, Risks & Downtime Explained

"I want a cleaner, more defined nose"
"I'm bothered by the shape of my nostrils…"

For those with such concerns, nose tip surgery is a very effective option.

However, since there are many types of nose tip surgery, it can be difficult to decide which procedure will best achieve your desired results.

In this article, we will introduce in detail the types and features of nose tip surgery offered by KAI CLINIC TOKYO.

KAI CLINIC TOKYO Nose Tip Surgery

KAI CLINIC TOKYO offers the following 4 types of nose tip surgery.

Nasal Tip Plasty

Nasal tip plasty is a surgery to eliminate the roundness of the nose tip and create a clean, sharp impression.

It is particularly effective for a round "bulbous nose" and a "upturned nose" where the nostrils are prominent.

[Recovery & Downtime]
Downtime is approximately 3 months; swelling and bruising are most noticeable 1–2 weeks after surgery.
[Risks & Side Effects]
Swelling, bruising, pain, edema, redness, infection, scarring, asymmetry, etc.
[Treatment Fee]
¥330,000 (tax included)
※Monitor pricing is also available

Learn more about Nasal Tip Plasty

Nasal Tip Auricular Cartilage Grafting

Nasal tip auricular cartilage grafting is a surgery that transplants cartilage harvested from behind the ear to the nose tip to adjust its height and shape, and is commonly performed in combination with nasal tip plasty.

[Recovery & Downtime]
Downtime is approximately 3 months; swelling and bruising are most noticeable 1–2 weeks after surgery.
[Risks & Side Effects]
Swelling, bruising, pain, edema, redness, scarring, infection, asymmetry, etc.

Learn more about Nasal Tip Auricular Cartilage Grafting

Nasal Septum Extension Surgery

Nasal septum extension surgery is a procedure that transplants the patient's own costal cartilage, septal cartilage, or auricular cartilage to adjust the height and angle of the nose tip.

By refining the nose bridge, overall facial balance improvement can be expected.

[Recovery & Downtime]
Downtime is approximately 3 months; swelling and bruising are most noticeable 1–2 weeks after surgery.
[Risks & Side Effects]
Swelling, bruising, pain, edema, redness, scarring, infection, asymmetry, etc.
[Treatment Fee]
¥495,000 (tax included)
※Monitor pricing is also available

Learn more about Nasal Septum Extension

Hyaluronic Acid Injection (Non-surgical Nose Tip Reshaping)

By directly injecting hyaluronic acid filler, this is a "non-surgical aesthetic treatment" that can refine the contour of the nose.

Hyaluronic acid is a substance that naturally exists in the body, so it blends well with the skin, offering a natural finish and immediate results. Because no scalpel is used, minimal downtime is also a major feature.

[Recovery & Downtime]
Swelling and redness may occur, but generally settle within 2–3 days.
[Risks & Side Effects]
Rare cases of vascular complications (intravascular injection), infection, or allergic reactions

Learn more about Hyaluronic Acid Injection

【By Purpose】How to Choose the Right Nose Tip Surgery for Your Concerns

Here we introduce which nose tip surgery procedures are suited to each type of concern.

If you want to slim and refine a "bulbous nose"

The main causes of roundness and thickness at the nose tip are "spreading of the alar cartilage" and "skin thickness." For this concern, "nasal tip plasty" is effective.

Learn more about nasal tip plasty

If you want more "height" or "angle" at the nose tip

If your nose tip lacks height or you want to beautifully refine your profile's E-line, "nasal tip ear cartilage grafting," which physically adds cartilage volume, is effective.

Learn more about nasal tip ear cartilage grafting

If you want to correct an "upturned nose (short nose)" or add length

An upturned or short nose is mainly caused by a short nasal septum as the base. To resolve this concern, a fundamental structural change through "septal extension graft surgery," which creates a strong support pillar and extends the nose downward, is necessary.

Learn more about septal extension graft surgery

If you want to make minor shape adjustments without surgery

If you are hesitant about major surgery or cannot afford downtime, "hyaluronic acid injection" can be an option. However, since hyaluronic acid is absorbed by the body over time, its duration is limited.

Learn more about hyaluronic acid injection

Nose Tip Surgery Case Studies at KAI CLINIC TOKYO

At KAI CLINIC TOKYO, we have counseled and treated many patients with nose-related concerns, proposing and performing suitable treatments through thorough consultations.

Here we introduce actual nose tip surgery case studies we have performed.

Full Nose (Full Nose × Facial Contour)

【Surgeon】
Takafumi Saito
【Procedure Details & Fees】
Nasal tip plasty: ¥330,000, Septal extension graft: ¥495,000, Ear cartilage harvesting: ¥165,000, Costal cartilage harvesting: ¥660,000, Alar base reduction (noblesse surgery): ¥275,000, V-line contouring: ¥1,694,000, General anesthesia: ¥220,000
※Monitor pricing is also available
【Risks & Side Effects】
Bruising, swelling, infection, scarring, asymmetry, deviation, relapse, discomfort, skin necrosis, etc.

View Full Nose × Facial Contour case details

Full Nose

【Surgeon】
Takafumi Saito
【Procedure Details & Fees】
Costal cartilage harvesting: ¥660,000, Ear cartilage harvesting: ¥165,000, Septal extension graft: ¥495,000, Nasal tip plasty: ¥330,000, Alar base reduction: ¥275,000, General anesthesia: ¥220,000, FatXcore (1 vial | under chin): ¥165,000
※Monitor pricing is also available
【Risks & Side Effects】
Swelling, bruising, pain, edema, redness, scarring, infection, etc.

View Full Nose case details

If You Have Concerns About Nose Tip Surgery, Consult KAI CLINIC TOKYO

The shape of the nose tip is an extremely delicate area where millimeter-level adjustments can greatly affect the overall impression of the face.

That is why custom-made design that assesses facial balance—not simply "making it higher" or "making it slimmer"—and the high technical skill to realize that design are indispensable.

At KAI CLINIC TOKYO, our experienced surgeons carefully counsel each patient about their individual nose condition and propose procedures to achieve their ideal nose.

"I want nose tip surgery but don't know which method is best"
"I want nose tip surgery I won't regret"

If you have such thoughts, please feel free to book a consultation via LINE.

Summary

Nose tip surgery offers multiple options, including "nasal tip plasty" to eliminate roundness, "nasal tip ear cartilage grafting" to add height, "septal extension graft surgery" to reshape from the foundation, and the more straightforward "hyaluronic acid injection."

What matters most is correctly identifying the cause of your concern (whether it is spreading cartilage, a short base, etc.) and choosing the appropriate procedure.

At KAI CLINIC TOKYO, our surgeons take time to carefully counsel each patient and propose the best method from among the many options to help them achieve their ideal beauty.

If you are considering achieving your ideal nose, please feel free to consult us at our clinic.