A dorsal hump — the bump visible along the nasal bridge in profile — is one of the most common concerns that brings people to rhinoplasty consultation. It may be a bump of bone, cartilage, or both. It may be the result of genetics, ethnicity, or an old injury. Whatever its origin, hump reduction rhinoplasty can smooth the profile to create a nose that feels more in harmony with the rest of the face.
Turkey is one of the world’s most active centres for this procedure. Istanbul’s surgeons perform hump reductions at very high volume across a diverse international patient base, and the results consistently reflect their depth of experience. Askeroglu Health Group works with the best of these surgeons to deliver outcomes that look genuinely natural — not operated — while achieving the profile the patient has been seeking.
The dorsal hump is made up of bone in the upper third of the nose and cartilage in the middle third. In most cases the hump involves both components, though the balance varies between patients. Correcting it requires careful reduction of both elements, followed by bringing the nasal bones together again (osteotomies) to close the open roof that reduction creates.
The skill in hump reduction lies not only in how much is removed but in the proportional relationship that remains. The bridge must be in correct proportion with the tip, the base, and the overall facial structure. An overly aggressive reduction creates a nose that looks scooped or feminised; too conservative a reduction leaves the hump visible. Your surgeon’s aesthetic judgement — developed through years of practice — is what ensures the result is right for your face.
Hump reduction is frequently combined with other elements of rhinoplasty in a single procedure. Common combinations include:
Your surgeon will discuss all the areas of your nose during consultation and offer a complete plan that addresses everything in a coordinated, efficient way.
The results of a well-performed hump reduction are typically long-lasting and, in most cases, permanent. Bone and cartilage do not regenerate. Once healed, the new profile is stable.
Recovery follows the standard rhinoplasty timeline. Bruising and swelling peak in the first few days and reduce progressively over weeks. A splint supports the newly positioned nasal bones and is typically removed after seven to ten days. The final result becomes visible gradually, with most patients delighted by the profile view at the three to six month mark and the full, settled result complete at around 12 months.
Contact Askeroglu Health Group today to request your free consultation and take the first step toward the profile you have always wanted.