If your nasal bridge looks sunken, collapsed, or scooped after rhinoplasty, you may have a saddle nose deformity. This condition can make the nose look flat from the side and may also affect breathing if the nasal framework has lost support.

At ETONNE Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul, revision rhinoplasty focuses on rebuilding the nasal structure, restoring a smooth bridge line, and creating a stable, natural-looking nose shape.



Why Does Saddle Nose Happen After Rhinoplasty?

Saddle nose may occur when too much septal cartilage was removed, the nasal bridge lost support, an implant was removed without proper reconstruction, infection damaged tissue, or previous surgery weakened the nasal framework. In some cases, trauma after rhinoplasty can also cause collapse.

How Can Revision Rhinoplasty Help?

Revision rhinoplasty can rebuild the collapsed bridge and restore support using structural grafting and customized reconstruction. Depending on the case, treatment may include cartilage grafting, bridge augmentation, septal support repair, implant revision, or nasal valve correction.

Cartilage Grafting for Saddle Nose Correction

Because saddle nose involves structural weakness, cartilage grafting is often needed. Septal, ear, or rib cartilage may be considered depending on the severity of collapse and the amount of support required.

Breathing Problems and Saddle Nose

Saddle nose can be both cosmetic and functional. When the middle nasal vault or septal support collapses, patients may experience nasal obstruction, weak airflow, or difficulty breathing through one or both sides.

Why Choose ETONNE Plastic Surgery?

ETONNE Plastic Surgery provides customized revision rhinoplasty for patients with collapsed bridge, saddle nose deformity, or nasal support loss after rhinoplasty. Each plan is tailored to the patient’s anatomy, previous surgery history, tissue condition, breathing function, and desired natural profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can saddle nose after rhinoplasty be corrected?

Yes. Saddle nose can often be corrected with revision rhinoplasty using cartilage grafting, bridge reconstruction, septal support repair, and customized structural techniques.

Why did my bridge collapse after rhinoplasty?

Bridge collapse may happen when too much cartilage was removed, septal support was weakened, an implant was removed without reconstruction, infection occurred, or nasal trauma happened after surgery.

Can saddle nose affect breathing?

Yes. A collapsed nasal bridge or weakened septal support can narrow the airway and cause breathing difficulty.

What cartilage is used for saddle nose revision?

Depending on the severity, septal cartilage, ear cartilage, or rib cartilage may be used. Rib cartilage is often considered when stronger support is needed.

Will revision rhinoplasty make my bridge look natural?

Yes. The goal is to restore bridge height and support while creating a smooth, natural profile that fits your face.

Can saddle nose be corrected without an implant?

In some cases, autologous cartilage can be used instead of an implant. The best option depends on the amount of collapse, skin condition, and revision goals.

How long should I wait before revision rhinoplasty?

Most patients should wait around 6 to 12 months after the first rhinoplasty unless collapse, infection, or severe breathing issues require earlier correction.

Is saddle nose revision difficult?

Yes. Saddle nose revision is complex because it requires rebuilding weakened nasal support and correcting both shape and function.

Can revision rhinoplasty improve both bridge height and breathing?

Yes. When planned properly, saddle nose correction can restore nasal bridge height while also improving internal support and airflow.

Why choose ETONNE Plastic Surgery for saddle nose revision?

ETONNE Plastic Surgery focuses on customized revision rhinoplasty that restores structural stability, bridge contour, breathing function, and natural facial harmony.