Overview
What a dorsal hump is
It's the bump on the bridge of your nose that you see most clearly from the side. It's made of extra bone, cartilage, or both, and it can make the nose look bigger than it really is.
Where it comes from
Most humps are inherited and become more noticeable in the teen years as the face matures. Others form after an injury, when the bone and cartilage heal thicker than before.
How it's removed
Dr. Kim performs dorsal hump reduction, carefully taking down the extra cartilage and bone to create a smooth bridge. If the nasal bones need to be narrowed or brought back together afterward, an osteotomy may be part of the procedure. Throughout, he preserves the support your nose needs for breathing and long-term stability. If the tip or nostrils also need work, the hump reduction is done as part of a full rhinoplasty.
Keeping it natural
Taking off too much can leave a scooped, obviously operated look. Dr. Kim aims for a profile that fits your face and heritage. Sometimes a small chin augmentation is suggested alongside rhinoplasty, since the chin and nose balance each other in profile.
Recommended Treatment
Dorsal Hump Reduction
Dorsal hump reduction is a specialized rhinoplasty technique designed to smooth a prominent nasal bridge by precisely reshaping excess bone and cartilage. This procedure creates a more balanced nasal profile while preserving natural facial harmony. At CK Plastic Surgery, Dr. Charles Kim approaches dorsal hump reduction with artful precision, combining advanced surgical techniques and detailed facial analysis to ensure results look refined not overdone. Using personalized planning, Dr. Kim tailors each procedure to the patient’s unique anatomy, achieving natural-looking nasal contouring that enhances overall facial proportions while maintaining structural integrity and long-term function.
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