Dr. Kim's approach starts with the nasolabial angle and overall bridge curve — as covered elsewhere, he plans these details deliberately rather than treating them as a byproduct of tip or bridge work, since they're a major factor in whether a nose reads as naturally proportioned or noticeably altered.
Material choice also plays a significant role — Dr. Kim favors cartilage-based techniques, including autologous rib cartilage and our Ribfit method, which integrate with the body's own tissue rather than sitting as a rigid foreign object beneath the skin. Combined with a design philosophy that treats the nose as one continuous system with the rest of the face — rather than a series of individually maximized features — this is what consistently produces results that look like a naturally improved version of the patient's own face.
Consultation Tip
Ask Dr. Kim directly about his design philosophy for natural-looking results — his answer should connect specific technical choices (material, angle planning, bridge curve) to the natural outcome you're hoping for.
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— Dr. Hyung-taek Kim, KOWON Plastic Surgery