Rhinoplasty (Nose bridge augmentation)
Rhinoplasty using autologous cartilage and autologous tissue to elevate the nose bridge
Recommended for
- Patients who want a defined nose bridge or a higher nose
- Patients who prefer surgery using autologous tissue rather than a silicon prosthesis
- Patients considering rhinoplasty as part of a full nose procedure
- Patients seeking revision following prosthesis surgery at another facility
What is rhinoplasty using autologous tissue?
Rhinoplasty (隆鼻術) is a general term for surgical procedures that adjust the height and contour of the nose bridge (dorsum). At our clinic, we use highly biocompatible autologous tissue (dermis, fat, cartilage) for augmentation as our standard approach. We do not use synthetic materials at the nasal tip (apex), instead forming a natural nose bridge from tissue harvested from your own body.
Main surgical techniques
Nose bridge augmentation using dermis transplant
Skin from deeper layers (dermal layer) of the abdomen or buttocks is harvested and transplanted beneath the nasal dorsal skin. Natural gradation is easily achieved, and the texture integrates well with the body. Once transplanted, the dermis remains as permanent tissue after engraftment.
Nose bridge augmentation using condensed-rich fat injection
A method in which your own fat is purified and concentrated (condensed-rich) before injection. Since it requires no incision, the physical burden is minimal, and the result is characteristically natural. However, fat engraftment rates vary among individuals, and re-injection may be necessary.
Auricular cartilage and costal cartilage transplantation
A method that transplants auricular cartilage or costal cartilage to the nasal dorsum to refine both height and contour. Because of its strength, the shape remains stable, and this technique is often used as a component of the "full nose" procedure performed simultaneously with nasal septum extension or nasal tip reshaping.
About silicon prostheses (Implant/Prosthesis)
While silicon prosthesis rhinoplasty is convenient and provides immediate results, long-term risks of capsular contracture, infection, and appearance change have been reported (Reference: Toriumi DM et al., 1990). Our clinic uses autologous tissue as our standard approach and also performs revisions and removal following prosthesis surgery at other facilities.
Downtime estimates
Downtime varies by surgical technique, but swelling and bruising typically subside within 1–2 weeks (individual variation), and final results can be assessed around 3–6 months post-surgery.
Features
Autologous tissue reduces risks of foreign materials
Since dermis, fat, and cartilage are all tissues from the patient's own body, the risks of infection, contracture, and displacement that are specific to artificial materials can be reduced. After engraftment, they remain stable long-term as part of the body.
Comprehensive balance improvement through combination with full nose procedure
In addition to standalone rhinoplasty, it can be combined with nasal tip reshaping, nasal septum extension, and alar reduction to perform a "full nose" procedure, allowing the overall balance of the nose to be refined in a single downtime period.
Also addresses revisions of prostheses from other facilities
We also handle removal, replacement, and shape modification of silicon prostheses. Revision surgery carries greater technical difficulty than primary surgery, so we carefully assess the condition during consultation before formulating a surgical plan.
Treatment details
- Anesthesia
- Local anesthesia (with nitrous oxide option)
- Surgical time
- Approximately 60–120 minutes (varies by technique and combination)
- Harvest site
- For dermis transplant, the abdomen or buttocks; for cartilage, the ear or rib area
- Suture removal
- Post-operative days 5–7 (including harvest site)
- Downtime
- Swelling and bruising approximately 1–2 weeks (individual variation)
- Expected final result
- 3–6 months post-surgery
- Longevity
- Semi-permanent (stable after engraftment due to use of autologous tissue)
Pricing
Rhinoplasty (Nose bridge augmentation)
| Treatment | Price (incl. tax) |
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| Silicon prosthesis (prosthesis procedure only) |
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| Silicon prosthesis (combined procedure) (Dr. Tetsu Sou) |
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| Silicon prosthesis replacement (replacement only) |
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| Silicon prosthesis replacement (combined procedure) (Dr. Tetsu Sou) |
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| Rhinoplasty using autologous tissue |
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| Alar base cartilage transplantation (Aristocrat-nose sculpting/Cat-nose sculpting) |
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| Dermis transplant |
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| Silicon prosthesis (combined procedure) (other surgeon) |
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| Silicon prosthesis replacement (combined procedure) (other surgeon) |
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| Nasal root Gore-Tex (Dr. Tetsu Sou) |
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| Nasal root Gore-Tex (other surgeon) |
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| Glabella Gore-Tex (Dr. Tetsu Sou) |
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| Glabella Gore-Tex (other surgeon) |
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| Glabella and nasal root Gore-Tex (Dr. Tetsu Sou) |
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| Glabella and nasal root Gore-Tex (other surgeon) |
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※ All prices include tax.
FAQ
What is the difference from silicon prostheses?
Silicon prostheses offer immediate results and are convenient, but long-term capsular contracture, infection, and changes in appearance have been reported. Autologous tissue (dermis, cartilage) carries no risks specific to artificial materials and remains stable as part of your body after engraftment. Our clinic prioritizes long-term safety and uses autologous tissue for rhinoplasty as our standard approach.
Ask ZetithAI about this →How do I choose between dermis transplant and condensed-rich fat injection?
Dermis transplant offers greater shape stability and is well-suited for creating a more pronounced elevation. Fat injection requires no incision but has variable engraftment rates among individuals. We will recommend the best option at your consultation based on your desired volume, elevation, downtime tolerance, and other factors.
Ask ZetithAI about this →I am concerned about a prosthesis inserted at another clinic. Can I consult about this?
We also handle prosthesis removal and revision. The appropriate approach varies depending on the state of the capsule around the prosthesis and skin thickness, so we first confirm your condition at a consultation.
Ask ZetithAI about this →How much downtime is involved?
Downtime varies by surgical technique. Swelling and bruising typically peak at 1–3 days post-surgery and largely subside within 1–2 weeks (individual variation). The harvest site (dermis or cartilage) may produce mild discomfort for several days to a week post-operatively.
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