Author Archives: Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

About Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Dr. Yoo is a board-certified surgeon, fellowship trained in facial plastic surgery with extensive experience in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. He specializes in rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, facial rejuvenation surgery (including blepharoplasty and facelift), and Asian cosmetic surgery (including Asian rhinoplasty and Asian blepharoplasty/Asian eyelid surgery). see more: http://www.donyoomd.com 433 N Camden Drive, Suite 970 Beverly Hills, CA 90210 310-772-0766

How much does Asian rhinoplasty cost if ear or rib cartilage is being used for augmentation?

Q: How much does Asian rhinoplasty cost if ear or rib cartilage is being used for augmentation? A: The cost of Asian rhinoplasty will vary based on factors such as geography and the experience and skill level of the surgeon. … Continue reading

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Nose fillers or Asian rhinoplasty?

Q: I have a very petite nose. Little to no bridge. This is something I desperately want fixed I was considering permanent nose fillers cause after I get it fixed I never want to look back. Plus I can’t afford … Continue reading

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Will alar wedge excision adversely lengthen my upper lip (area between nose and mouth)?

Q: I am contemplating minor revision rhinoplasty but want to avoid further lengthening of my long upper lip. Will alar wedge excisions affect this area? A: Alar base modification (alar wedge excisions) will have no effect on the length of … Continue reading

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Will a wider nose make my eyes look closer together?

Q: Hello. My nose is very very narrow and pinches a bit in the center of my bridge. I have had a consultation, and I have been told that my nose would be more compatible with the rest of my … Continue reading

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How can I achieve slightly wider nostrils?

Q: Hi I was just wondering if my nostrils can be stretched open ever so slightly…or would I need a whole nose reconstruction for this to be possible…also would there be scarring? A: There are a few ways your nostrils … Continue reading

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What happens if I wear glasses after septorhinoplasty?

Q: Can this affect my breathing? It’s been a week and a half since my surgery and I thought wearing glasses would be okay after the first week. I’ve noticed these dents on the bridge of my nose though, my … Continue reading

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Obtuse naso-frontal angle and bulbous, upturned tip post-rhinoplasty

Q: At 19 days post-rhinoplasty, my bridge appears low & scooped, not high and straight, as in surgeon’s pre-op computerized projection. Nasofrontal angle is extremely obtuse, though the surgeon said he’d use a ‘notching’ tool to retain the angle between … Continue reading

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Fix my deviated septum and make my nose look prettier – can one doctor do both?

Q: I’m a 17 years old girl and want to get a nose surgery to fix my deviated septum, the small bump on my bridge and maybe make the tip of my nose smaller. I was wondering if a doctor … Continue reading

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What is the likelihood that I will vomit after rhinoplasty?

Q: My surgery is scheduled for Friday May 30th, and my biggest fear is vomiting post op. My Dr. is loading me up with anti-nausea meds including the patch to wear on my neck. Will this reduce the chance that … Continue reading

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Which has more swelling? Primary surgery or removal of implant and grafts?

Q: 2.5 months post op after open rhino. Goretex on dorsum and nasal septum was harvested for tip height and added ear cartilage for projection. I am planning to have all these removed since I don’t want anymore unnatural implant … Continue reading

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