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# Removing the Cause of Inflammation# Better Internal Nasal Environment

A thorough resolution
that leaves no cause
of discomfort behind

Nasal Foreign Material Removal

Revision Nose Filler Removal

SH Nasal Foreign Material Removal

Nasal foreign material removal is not simply surgery that takes foreign material out.

It may not be possible to return completely to the nose you once had.
But preventing it from getting worse and bringing it back to a recoverable state:
that is the role of medicine.

SH sees the essence of nasal foreign material removal as restoring the unstable structure and function of the nose,
and easing the patient's anxiety as well.

What matters in nasal foreign material removal is not adding something back,
but accurately clearing out the problems that remain.
Dr. Seonghun Kim, SH Chief Director
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Before & After

Not simple removal,
but a resolution that reduces the burden on tissue

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Before & After

More important than now:
the condition of the nose in the future

Why is it difficult?

Why nasal foreign material removal is especially difficult

The nose is one of the most structurally
complex areas of the face.

Why?

  • Dense blood vessels
  • Very thin skin
  • Layers of cartilage · mucosa · soft tissue
  • Illegal fillers, non-dissolving fillers

Repeated filler and thread procedures often go beyond leaving material behind; the material mixes with tissue and changes the structure of the nose itself.
The foreign material becomes entangled with tissue and deforms into what behaves like a single structure.

That is why nasal foreign material removal
is not "removal" but
"surgery that separates and interprets."

SH's Approach to Facial Structure

Leonardo da Vinci's
structural analysis
SH's nasal foreign material removal

To draw a beautiful face, Leonardo da Vinci
did not simply trace its outline.
He divided the face by reference points and analyzed the role of each position.

SH's nasal foreign material removal is not simply a process of "cleaning up" the nose;
it is a design that breaks down the elements of the structure one by one
and precisely removes only what is unnecessary to restore balance.

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※ Results of surgery or procedures vary from person to person.

Common stage-by-stage changes
that nasal foreign material can cause

  1. 1

    Incisional removal

    Swelling / unnatural look

    Swelling recurs depending on your condition,
    or the nose line begins to feel awkward.

  2. 2

    Progressive stage

    Bumpiness / migration

    The injected material shifts position,
    or the surface contour becomes uneven.

  3. 3

    Structural change stage

    Hardness (calcification) / with inflammation, pain and redness

    The foreign material adheres to tissue,
    feels hard to the touch, or discomfort persists.

  4. 4

    Late-stage changes

    Abnormal sensation / skin necrosis

    It affects blood flow and the tissue environment,
    and reduced sensation or skin changes may follow.

When Nasal Foreign Material Removal Is Needed

Filler, threads and foreign material injected or inserted into the face
can cause functional problems, structural distortion and inflammatory reactions over time.

  1. Case 01

    Suspected infection

    After a filler or thread procedure:
    warmth, tenderness, redness, persistent swelling
    → The foreign material may be causing inflammation and needs to be removed.

  2. Case 02

    Shape deformity

    The filler or threads have shifted,
    or asymmetry has developed

  3. Case 03

    Visible or palpable

    The foreign material shows through the skin,
    or its edges can be clearly felt when touched
    (especially the nose, mouth area and under the eyes)

  4. Case 04

    Delayed inflammation and nodules

    Not right after the procedure, but
    inflammatory nodules or hard lumps appearing months to years later
    → A delayed problem caused by the body's immune response

  5. Case 05

    Over-injection or weight change

    After excessive filler injection or weight gain,
    the face looks artificial or heavy
    Removal is considered to restore natural proportions

  6. Case 06

    Hardness and persistent swelling

    Even after a long time,
    hardness, heavy swelling or a foreign body sensation persists
    → Unabsorbed foreign material may be the cause

SH Nasal Foreign Material Removal Methods

SH has no "fixed removal method." The condition of the nose is the standard.

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Non-incisional removal

  • Dense blood vessels
  • Very thin skin
  • Layers of cartilage · mucosa · soft tissue
  • Illegal fillers, non-dissolving fillers
Functional & Aesthetic Recovery

After removal, we consider reconstruction too

After foreign material removal, the nose may undergo the following changes.

  • Contracture
  • Shrinkage
  • Upturned nose
  • Weakened support structure
  • Reduced function

When needed, SH also plans cartilage repositioning, structural reinforcement and the recovery of functional stability.
→ We do not stop at removal.

The Art of Preservation

We preserve existing cartilage and tissue as much as possible

In revisions and foreign material removal, unnecessary harvesting can become another form of damage.

SH first evaluates the condition of the existing cartilage and tissue,
and preserves and reuses usable tissue as much as possible to minimize unnecessary autologous cartilage harvesting.

→ Less burden on recovery
→ Lower chance of deformity after revision

SH's Conclusion

Nasal foreign material removal is not a question of "how much was removed."
It is about when, how far, by what method, and how to restore the nose after removal.

SH performs nasal foreign material removal in a way that takes responsibility,
as a doctor, for every one of these judgments.

SH Plastic Surgery's Surgical Principles

Plastic surgery is not simply a technique for changing appearance;
it is medicine that understands the structure and balance of the face.

For natural and stable results, SH Plastic Surgery performs surgery
based on the following principles.

1

We analyze structure first

The eyes, nose and face are not independent structures; they influence each other to form your impression.

SH Plastic Surgery does not look only at the shape of the eyes or nose; we analyze

  • Eyeball position
  • Brow bone structure
  • Facial skeleton
  • Tissue balance

to understand the facial structure first.

2

We value balance over excessive change

The goal of plastic surgery is not to change the face excessively
but to improve its overall balance.

SH Plastic Surgery considers facial proportions and harmony
to pursue natural and stable change.

3

Surgery begins with design

Good results are not suddenly created in the operating room.
We create a design suited to your facial structure through accurate analysis, and the surgery is performed based on that design.

SH Plastic Surgery performs design-based surgery grounded in structural analysis.

4

We consider long-term stability

Results should look natural not only right after surgery but also as time passes.

SH Plastic Surgery chooses the surgical method
with tissue stability and long-term change in mind.

5

Patient safety comes first

The most important thing in plastic surgery is patient safety.

  • A dedicated, accountable medical team
  • Surgeon name disclosure in the operating room
  • Systematic management of the surgical environment

These measures keep the surgical environment safe.

SH PHILOSOPHY

Natural beauty
begins with structure and balance

SH Plastic Surgery designs change based on an understanding of facial structure,
not a simple change in appearance.

The change that suits each patient most naturally:
that is SH Plastic Surgery's standard for plastic surgery

SH Precision Diagnosis System

Diagnosis that analyzes even hidden causes makes the difference in results.
Before surgery, SH Plastic Surgery goes beyond a simple assessment of appearance, using a precise diagnosis that considers function · structure · internal condition
to reduce unnecessary surgery and lower the likelihood of revision.

Precise endoscopic diagnosis

Before surgery, endoscopy accurately diagnoses rhinitis, congenital nasal cavity deformities, sinusitis, nasal valve problems and other
internal structures that cannot be seen with the naked eye

Functional problems are identified in advance to plan surgery that considers both aesthetics and function
Accurate diagnosis is what makes results last.

SH Post-Operative Care System

SH Plastic Surgery systematically manages swelling, pain, scarring and the other recovery concerns
patients worry about most, with a 1:1 personalized care system.

  • System 01

    Swelling injection treatment

    Injections that help relieve swelling and bruising for faster recovery of the surgical area
    Care that speeds recovery and brings your return to daily life sooner

  • System 02

    Swelling laser care

    Laser care effective for relieving swelling, for faster recovery of the surgical area
    Helps tissue stabilization and recovery

  • System 03

    Scar injection treatment

    If a scar hardens or becomes raised, scar injections tailored to your condition soften and improve it
    Early scar management to maintain a natural result

  • System 04

    Recovery management system

    Warming blankets & instant warm-air units verified for safety to international standards
    Help maintain body temperature and blood circulation after surgery for a more stable recovery

  • System 05

    LDM ultrasound care

    Uses ultrasound energy to support skin tissue recovery
    and helps tissue stabilization and swelling relief.

  • System 06

    Radiofrequency care

    Uses radiofrequency energy to improve blood circulation
    and support tissue recovery and skin condition.

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