Category Archives: Asian rhinoplasty

I Would Like to Have my Septal Extension Grafts Removed. What Are the Risks?

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I am an Asian who had a tip rhinoplasty 3 months ago and strongly dislike the stiffness brought by the caudal septal extension grafts. However, the changes are not noticeable. I have discussed with my surgeon about a revision rhinoplasty … Continue reading →

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Would septal cartilage be enough for bridge augmentation and tip projection?

Posted on May 26, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: Would septal cartilage be enough for bridge augmentation and tip projection? A: Septal cartilage alone is not enough to create dorsal augmentation and tip projection.  Tip projection in Asian rhinoplasty often requires several grafts:  extended columellar strut, lateral crural … Continue reading →

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I-shape versus L-shape silicone implants for Asian rhinoplasty- is it possible for cartilage to extrude?

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: Can I-shape silicone implants extrude? I am considering Asian rhinoplasty with I-shape implant + cartilage for tip. In fact, is it possible for cartilage to extrude? Furthermore, do issues with L-shape such as contraction and depression also apply to I-shape, … Continue reading →

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Rhinoplasty to rotate tip of nose downwards?

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I have an upturned pig like nose. Can Asian rhinoplasty surgery help rotate my nose downwards and make it more pointy? I hate how my nostrils easily show when I take pcitures. I also like the look of the … Continue reading →

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I hate my nose & rarely have a photo taken. Seeking Asian Rhinoplasty, what are my realistic options?

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: What can I realistically expect my nose to become with rhinoplasty? I would love for it to be sculpted into something much more attractive. Realistically, I would like my nose to look a little longer with a more narrow … Continue reading →

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I’m Asian and I have a dorsal hump on my nose. Should I choose a doctor that specializes in Asian rhinoplasty?

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

A: I’m not sure if I should go to a surgeon who specializes in Asian rhinoplasty since most Asians have flatter noses and want a bridge. I on the other hand just want to shave down my dorsal bump. Should … Continue reading →

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Korean rhinoplasty! Will the tip drop down and grow longer?

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: It has been almost 2 weeks since I took off my nose splint (3 weeks since the day I got a surgery). The tip of my nose is kind of round, big, short, and upturned. Will the tip drop … Continue reading →

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My nose bridge is too high and unnatural, how much swelling would go down in 2-3 months? And for how much in height?

Posted on April 20, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I had incisional double eyelid + epicanthoplasty + rhinoplasty 2 weeks ago. Eyes used to look oriental but now no one recognizes me and I feel bad. What can be done to make eyes more recognizable to others? Nose … Continue reading →

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I have an L-shaped silicone implant placed in my nose. How to tell if nose tip is experiencing too much pressure?

Posted on April 20, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I had Asian rhinoplasty done and was assured by the surgeon he would use a silicone implant on my bridge only and septal cartilage to refine the tip. I’ve recently discovered that he had placed an L-shaped implant instead … Continue reading →

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Asian/ethnic rhinoplasty: Cost and Methods?

Posted on April 19, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I have always been self-conscious about my nose I want ethnic rhinoplasty to make my nose more defined specifically my tip, bridge and septum. Can you explain to me about the cost and the method? A: There are a variety … Continue reading →

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