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I have a bulbous nose and I’m an Asian. Which rhinoplasty procedure would make my nose appear smaller?

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I don’t have high bridge and I don’t mind about it. All I want is to get a smaller nose and a sharper tip. May I known what rhinoplasty procedure should I take as I know rhinoplasty can be … Continue reading →

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I have wide nostrils that look like a big nose and a space between the bridge and its tip.

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: What nose job will suit me? Is it possible without breaking my nasal bone? A: While it’s difficult to make an accurate assessment without an in-person exam, you would likely benefit from osteotomies (fracturing the bones).  This will allow … Continue reading →

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Are my desired rhinoplasty results obtainable without a premaxillary implant?

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: More specifically I am wondering if my midface concavity can be corrected with rhinoplasty alone to stretch the skin and create a more proportionate nasolabial angle, and is the degree of my desired tip projection and rotation realistic?Thanks. A: A … Continue reading →

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I’m Asian. My nose is small with a wide base. How much will a nostril reduction cost, and how long is healing time?

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I’m Asian. My nose is small with a wide base. How much will a nostril reduction cost, and how long is healing time? A: After alar base reduction surgery you will have sutures along the incision lines that remain … Continue reading →

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How to change my flat bulbous nose to a smaller feminine nose? (Procedures and type of implants)

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I do want it to look natural. The bridge needs a lot of work, but I’m not sure how high. I would like to narrow the tip and the width of the nose base. My nose wing and nostrils also … Continue reading →

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Raising area between eyebrows in Asian rhinoplasty. What is this procedure called?

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

Q: I notice in a lot of Asian rhinoplasty photos that the nose appears to start between the eyes, giving a short appearance as if cut off at the top. The area between the eyebrows is raised to give a … Continue reading →

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How can a surgeon narrow a wide droopy nasal tip without adding projection that becomes bulky?

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

Q: I am an Asian patient that previously had a medpor graft removed because it was infected, but it was holding a very wide droopy tip closed while narrowing it. My surgeon replaced this with a shield graft & I … Continue reading →

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How safe is rhinoplasty with implants?

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

Q: I’m a 22 year old Asian planning to get rhinoplasty for a taller nose and bridge. However, I am still not convinced about the safety of implant whether it be silicone/goretex/etc. The nose has very thin skin and inserting … Continue reading →

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My nose is swollen so much 3.5 months after rhinoplasty. Will a steroid injection help with the swelling?

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

Q: I had primary rhinoplasty 3.5 months back and the 2/3 bottom of my nose looks so bulbous in front. I ‘m Asian with thick skin. I had my nostrils reduced and tip reduction with grafts. Will a steroid injection … Continue reading →

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I just want to ask if what is the good choice of enhancement to use, because I have bulbous tip of the nose?

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

Q: I’m Asian with bulbous tip of the nose. Just want to ask if what is the best enhancement if I make my nose done. Is it premade silicone or cartilage? I just don’t want it to be too obvious. … Continue reading →

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