Procedures

Columella lengthening (columellar strut graft)

from 495 reviews84 clinics
Places a carved cartilage strut between the medial crura of the tip cartilages to support and lengthen the columella, which raises tip projection and lowers the columellar position.
SurgicalSedation36 before/after photos
Rating
9.78/ 10
from 495 reviews
Satisfaction
97.4%
from 495 reviews
Downtime
7–14days
Full recovery 12–52 wks
Flight safe
10days after

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How long is the downtime for Columella lengthening (columellar strut graft)?

7–14 days. Full recovery 12–52 wks · Flight safe 10 days

Requires harvested cartilage and can leave the columella feeling rigid, and over-lengthening exposes more of the nostril rim.
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Last updated 2026-08-06