The nasal tip is one of the most defining elements of the face—and when it appears bulbous, droopy, or overly prominent, it can affect the balance of your entire profile. Nasal tip surgery, or tip plasty, focuses solely on reshaping and refining this area for a more elegant and structured look. Whether you're aiming for subtle definition or a noticeable lift, this procedure allows for precision improvements without altering the entire nose.
Medically Reviewed by Dr Colin Tham
Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
MB ChB (Aberdeen), FRCS (Ireland), FAMS
Tip plasty refers to a large group of surgical cosmetic procedures to reshape, reduce or enhance the nasal tip.
Depending on the technique employed by the plastic surgeon, a tip-plasty can achieve different goals; some of which are:
Tip-plasties usually take between one to two hours.
Most patients return to work within a week.
Consultant Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon MB ChB (Aberdeen), FRCS (Ireland), FAMS
Dr Colin Tham is an experienced plastic surgeon skilled in all types of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, as well as non-surgical rejuvenation. He is accredited by the Ministry of Health in Singapore and has over 20 years of experience in the field. Dr Tham received extensive plastic surgery training in Scotland, Taiwan, and Singapore; and is committed to providing beautiful and natural-looking outcomes for all his patients.