Category Archives: Procedures

1 year post op Asian revision rhinoplasty, I have an extrusion, crooked results. Any suggestions?

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I got my nose done a year ago using I-silicone & ear cartilage. Kindly need your advice on my questions below: 1. The nose is crooked. The nostril is contorted. Is this normal/acceptable? Are there potential complications? 2. I … Continue reading →

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For Revision Asian Rhinoplasty, could my columella be carved/customized?

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: For my 4th Revision Asian Rhinoplasty, I want to add columellar strut to support the tip using irradiated rib cartilage. Could it be shaped as if there’s a ‘half bone cut’ look? Could columellar strut be added using ear … Continue reading →

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Can my nose be improved? Asian nose here.

Posted on April 23, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I am an Asian with a typical Asian nose. The bridge seems distinct but the tip is another story. It has fallen a bit short in terms of length and form, its looks is similar to when I look … Continue reading →

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How long does an Asian rhinoplasty last that requires autologous cartilage graft?

Posted on April 13, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: Hi I am thinking about getting a higher nose bridge and improved nose tip. From my research I prefer getting an autologous cartilage graft because gortex would normally slide down my nose due to gravity over time which means … Continue reading →

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Can Costal Rib cartilage/Silicone/Goretex be carved so it creates little hump in Nose Bridge? Revision Rhinoplasty case.

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: Look forward to 4th Revision Asian rhinoplasty. Long story short, my nose’s bridge now looks too tall with Silicone inside and too straight.  I want to have nose with a little hump that makes my nose look natural & unique … Continue reading →

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Asian rhinoplasty: post-implant removal?

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: Hello~ About 1 1/2 years ago in Seoul, I had a silicone implant and cartilage graft put in my nose, and I had the base pulled down for more nostril show. I’ve had no problems with the implant, and … Continue reading →

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Will an Autologous Rib Cartilage Graft Help Achieve Desired Results?

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I’m in the last few months of researching before I schedule a date for my rhinoplasty. I am most interested in the autologous rib cartilage graft instead of using synthetic materials for height. I was wondering, for the rhinoplasty … Continue reading →

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What procedure do I need to get the desired result?

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I have been thinking about getting a Rhinoplasty for a bit now so I would just like to know what maybe the procedures needed for my desired nose? What I desire is to narrow/thin my wide Asian nose and … Continue reading →

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Would medial crura be an ideal implant/strut for projection and definition for the Asian nose?

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: Would this be an ideal implant/strut for projection and definition for the Asian nose? There isn’t much literature on it. Also, could it be combined with a nasal spine implant, collumella strut? Or would it give the same results? … Continue reading →

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Will a lateral osteotomy narrow the nasal aperture? I have Asian nose.

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: Do low bridged, wide Asian noses benefit from lateral osteotomy? Will it help with nasal base narrowing and overall making the nose less wide? A: For wide nasal bones that are obliquely oriented, lateral osteotomies will be successful in … Continue reading →

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