The nose is an absolutely conspicuous feature of the human face. Its nature is a significant factor in the overall look of a face. Evident flaws in the nose make most people uncomfortable so that they desire a correction. This may be a bump on the nose, a nose which is too long, too wide but also a snub nose which stands in sharp contrast to otherwise very noble features.

For many people seeking a nose correction, the nose has a lovely form in itself, but merely has an uneven look which is incongruous with the overall appearance on account of a detail at the tip. A nose tip correction is not a genuinely critical operation but requires detailed surgical work.

If only the tip of the nose is corrected, this may be treated on an outpatient basis. The patient is given local anaesthesia or is placed into a twilight sleep under the supervision of an experienced anaesthetist. The cartilaginous frame of the nose tip is modified with the removal of excess skin. No visible scars remain. For the first three days after the operation, the consumption of nicotine and alcohol must be avoided at all costs.

After a week or so, the patient is already socially presentable again. Direct exposure to sunlight and sport as well as other bodily exertions should be avoided for three to four weeks.