Category Archives: Procedures

Filler and Necrosis

Posted on October 21, 2021 by admin

I’m afraid to get fillers because I have heard about possible vascular obstruction and necrosis! Vascular obstruction/occlusion can occur when blood flow has been blocked by filler which does not allow the surrounding tissue to obtain the necessary oxygen and … Continue reading →

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The Dangers of Hyaluron Pens

Posted on October 14, 2021 by admin

Hyaluron pens are a needle free device that use pneumatic pressure to force hyaluronic acid into the skin. The FDA recently issued a warning on 10/8/21 advising against these devices, as they have been linked to serious injuries and irreversible … Continue reading →

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Want fast recovery from rhinoplasty? Dr. Donald B. Yoo, M.D. explains.

Posted on December 16, 2020 by admin

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Local or general Anesthesia for Rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty? Which option should I opt for ?

Posted on December 16, 2020 by admin

Each surgeon will have his/her preference in terms of general anesthesia.  For me personally, I find general anesthesia to be the most comfortable and safe form of anesthesia for my patients during rhinoplasty.  The nose is a part of the … Continue reading →

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Buccal Fat Removal

Posted on April 21, 2020 by admin

Buccal fat removal (cheek fat removal) is a surgical procedure designed to create facial slimming by reducing the volume of the cheeks along the lower third of the face. The surgery is performed through small incisions hidden on the inside … Continue reading →

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What is the Difference Between Botox, Dysport, and Jeuveau?

Posted on November 21, 2019 by Jinli Wu

Hi! I’m Jinli Wu, a plastic surgery physician assistant in Beverly Hills and I would like to talk about a popular topic that my patients regularly ask me about: what is the difference between Botox, Dysport, and Jeuveau, and how … Continue reading →

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Can an Alar Reduction Compromise Breathing? 

Posted on January 21, 2019 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

When performed judiciously, alar base modification should have no effect on breathing.  Typically the sensation of nasal obstruction or flow is most easily affected at an area referred to as the “nasal valve”, which should not be affected by alar … Continue reading →

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I Got Double Eyelid Surgery 3 weeks ago and my Eyes Are Horribly Uneven? 

Posted on January 21, 2019 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

The amount of swelling (edema) that develops post-operatively is rarely symmetric.  Give yourself and your eyes time to heal and for the swelling to resolve, and try not to over-analyze things until you reach your final result.  

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What Can Be Done to Make my Asian Nose Projected and Pointy?

Posted on January 21, 2019 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

A number of different surgical techniques are available to increase the projection and the refinement (pointiness) of your tip.  Conservative excision of cartilage in the tip of your nose, and suture techniques can be used to increase the refinement in … Continue reading →

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Increased Swelling 4 Months After Rhinoplasty – Just Swelling or Excess Cartilage? 

Posted on January 12, 2019 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

For an entire year after your surgery, your nose is continuing to heal and take on its final appearance.  During that period of healing, it’s not unusual to see your nose fluctuate in size and the amount of swelling.  You … Continue reading →

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