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

Should I get a nose filler?

Q: I have a hump on my nose and it is because the skin above it is very flat. When I make the skin above the bump bigger it camouflages it. Should I get a non- surgical nose job? And … Continue reading

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What can be done about a bulbous Asian nose?

Q: Quite tired with the way my bulbous nose looks. Probably a complaint so common it sounds cliché. I know that surgery can do little to actually shape the thickness of my fat alar, so what is possible? My nose … Continue reading

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Upturned nose Asian Rhinoplasty. Do I need revision?

Q: It’s one month since I got open rhinoplasty in Jakarta, but I am living in Europe. My surgeon put I-shaped implant with ear cartilage for the tip. He also changed the shape of my nostrils. He works gentle and … Continue reading

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How long should an out of town patient stay in the area after rhinoplasty with rib grafting?

Q: I am a 19-year-old Asian female from Singapore. I want to fly to CA to have rhinoplasty with rib grafting since I have thick skin and a flat nose. How long should I stay in the area after the … Continue reading

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Are the nose reshaper products effective or not?

Q: My nose is curve. Please tell me if the nose reshaper products are effective or not? A: The nose reshaper products on the market are ineffective at best, and hazard to the safety of your nose at worst.  The … Continue reading

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Can I add more filler to my nose?

Q: Hi! 3 days ago I had filler injected to my nose to make my nose straight and hide the bump. He injected filler into two areas (top and bottom of my nose) and I loved the result but now … Continue reading

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My nose tip is very round. Is there any way that I can change my shape without surgery?

Q: I have never been happy with my nose. I think it’s too big, round and undefined. I am still a teenager. Is there any way that I can change my shape without surgery, or will it change as I … Continue reading

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Which is better: non-surgical or surgical?

Q: My nose is wide and thick with big holes. It looks ugly. Please suggest which one to go with surgical or non-surgical nose reshape. I want permanent solution and that should add-on look and boost my lost confidence. A: … Continue reading

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Should I get a nose filler?

Q: I have a hump on my nose and it is because the skin above it is very flat. When I make the skin above the bump bigger it camouflages it. Should I get a non- surgical nose job? And … Continue reading

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Is there any way to make my nose straight permanently without surgery?

Q: Is there any way to make my nose straight permanently without surgery? The top of my nose is curved, is there any way to make it flat without surgery? A: The safest way to permanently straighten your nose is … Continue reading

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