What is a broken nose? Causes and solutions

Many people still wonder what a broken nose is and why this nose shape has such a significant impact on appearance and psychology. Dr Xuan Quan Clinic, with experience correcting hundreds of broken nose cases, will help you understand what a broken nose is and the reconstruction process to help you achieve the most confident appearance.

What is a broken nose?

According to Dr Xuan Quan Clinic – an expert with nearly 10 years of experience – a broken nose is a condition where the bone or cartilage structure of the septum is not aligned, creating discontinuities on the nasal bridge.

To accurately identify this nose shape, you can observe the following common characteristics:

  • Folded broken nose (concave nose): The nasal bridge, which was previously straight, suddenly becomes deficient or concave at one point, giving the impression that the nasal bone is broken and bent inward. This makes the face look older and less vibrant.
  • Horizontal broken nose (deviated nose): When viewed from the front, the nasal bridge does not lie on the straight central axis of the face but is crooked to one side. This is often the result of trauma or cartilage that has not achieved sufficient stability after failed surgeries.
  • A humped nose (a nose with a protruding hump): The nasal bone protrudes abnormally, forming a high, saddle-shaped hump that then sinks down. This nose shape makes the overall appearance look harsh and lacking in softness.
  • A multi-segmented nose: The nasal bridge is uneven and bumpy, causing the facial features to lose their elegance and directly affecting the goal of achieving the most natural appearance.
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How to identify a broken nose shape

Causes of a Broken Nose

To effectively treat a broken nose, you need to identify the root cause to determine the correct intervention. There are three main groups of reasons why the nasal bridge may not achieve sufficient stability:

  • Congenital factors: Uneven development of the septal bone and cartilage during fetal development, leading to a congenitally humped, deviated, or concave nasal bridge.
  • Trauma and accidents: Strong impacts from daily activities or sports can cause bone or cartilage fractures. If not treated promptly, the bone may heal in the wrong position, causing fractures.
  • Cosmetic complications: Due to procedures performed at unreliable facilities, incorrect cartilage placement techniques, or incompatible cartilage, contraction and displacement may occur before suture removal.
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Causes of a broken nose

Why choose Dr Xuan Quan Clinic for correcting a broken nose?

Correcting a broken nose involves more than just raising the nasal bridge; it requires complex bone and cartilage reshaping techniques. Dr Xuan Quan Clinic has become a trusted destination for many clients thanks to its unique values ​​in quality and service:

Expertise from Dr Xuan Quan

As one of the new generation of cosmetic surgery experts with a solid medical background, Dr Xuan Quan Clinic has nearly 10 years of in-depth experience in non-invasive beauty and cosmetic surgery.

Graduated from the prestigious Hanoi Medical University, the doctor continuously improves his knowledge and has undergone further training in leading cosmetic surgery countries such as South Korea and Singapore to access the most modern technologies and techniques.

With sophisticated bone dissection and correction techniques, all cases of fractured or deviated noses are treated by doctors from the root cause, addressing the internal structure and ensuring a stable and harmonious nose shape that complements the facial proportions.

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Expertise from Doctor Xuan Quan

Modern Equipment and Technology

The application of advanced diagnostic imaging technologies helps create precise intervention plans down to the millimeter. The combination of specialized equipment supports gentle handling of bumps and fractures, minimizing invasiveness and bruising.

All procedures are performed in a completely sterile environment, preventing signs of rhinoplasty infection and ensuring customer safety.

Professional Post-operative Care

Customers receive close attention from hygiene to suture removal. The nursing team is always present, providing thorough guidance on post-rhinoplasty care to ensure quick healing, no scarring, and no complications.

Long-lasting Peace of Mind with a Warranty

Dr Xuan Quan Clinic affirms its responsibility through a 1-year professional warranty and a 5-year material warranty. This is a commitment to lasting beauty, giving customers complete confidence when choosing our services for correcting failed or fractured rhinoplasty.

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Clinic space at Dr. Xuan Quan Clinic

Methods for Correcting a Broken Nose at Dr Xuan Quan Clinic

After clearly identifying the nature and specific cause of the broken nose, choosing the right intervention method is the most important step in reconstructing the nose shape. At Dr Xuan Quan Clinic, the doctor will directly design a personalized treatment plan to thoroughly correct all defects:

Bone Grinding and Nasal Bone Adjustment

For cases of a broken nose with a protruding hump or high bump, Dr. Xuan Quan – an expert with nearly 10 years of experience – will perform specialized bone grinding techniques.

This process helps to flatten the surface of the nasal bridge, remove broken points, and create a foundation for the cartilage implant to achieve stable and firm support.

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Mucosal reduction and nasal bone reshaping

Reconstructive Rhinoplasty

This is the optimal solution for cases of severe nasal fractures or those caused by trauma. By using autologous cartilage (ear cartilage, septal cartilage) combined with high-quality artificial cartilage, the surgeon will rebuild the nasal bridge, lengthen the nasal tip, and fill in any depressions.

This method ensures a new nose shape that is straight, natural, and achieves the most perfect appearance.

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Reconstructive rhinoplasty

Treatment of Deviated and Corrected Septum

In cases of transverse or deviated nasal septum, the surgeon will perform a deep dissection to correct the deviated septum.

Restoring the nasal structure to its correct symmetrical axis not only improves aesthetics but also supports better respiratory function, providing long-term peace of mind for the patient.

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Treatment of deviated septum and correction of septal defects

Strict Post-operative Care Procedure

At Dr Xuan Quan Clinic, every rhinoplasty revision surgery is closely monitored from the time of operation until the sutures are removed after 7-10 days. Clients will receive detailed instructions on post-operative care to ensure quick wound healing and minimize the risk of recurrence.

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Methods for correcting a broken nose at Dr. Xuan Quan Clinic

Cost of Rhinoplasty at Dr Xuan Quan Clinic

The cost of the procedure is also a concern for many customers. Dr Xuan Quan Clinic publicly lists its prices, commensurate with the high-quality, specialized services from Dr. Xuan Quan and its modern technology system.

Nâng mũi Nâng mũi Sline 25.000.000 đ
Nâng mũi cấu trúc Sline 45.000.000 đ
Nâng mũi Pureform 50.000.000 đ
Nasal cartilage removal Structural nasal cartilage removal 10.000.000 đ
Conventional nasal cartilage removal 5.000.000 đ
Nasal hump reshaping Nasal hump reshaping 10.000.000 đ
Nose reduction Nasal wing reduction 5.000.000 đ
Nasal tip reduction 15.000.000 đ

In particular, with a 1-year professional warranty, a 5-year material warranty, and lifetime maintenance, customers can completely entrust their noses to us to achieve the most perfect appearance and long-lasting stability.

Frequently Asked Questions about Broken Noses

To help you better understand what a broken nose looks like and the issues surrounding correcting this defect, Dr. Xuan Quan answers the most common questions from customers:

Is repairing a broken nose painful and how long does it take to heal?

Typically, you will have the stitches removed after 7-10 days. After about 1-3 months, the nose shape will be stable and natural.

Does repairing a broken nose leave scars?

Yes. With skillful closed surgery or hidden stitches at the nasal septum, combined with proper care, the wound will fade and leave no visible cosmetic scars.

Is it necessary to remove the old cartilage when repairing a broken nose due to a failed surgery?

If the cause of the deviated nose is a complication from a previous rhinoplasty, removing the old cartilage is necessary to clean the nasal cavity and address any infection (if present).

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Frequently Asked Questions about a Broken Nose

The above provides detailed explanations to help you understand what a broken nose is, from its causes and appearance to the best current corrective methods. Contact Dr Xuan Quan Clinic today for long-lasting peace of mind, lasting beauty, and self-confidence.