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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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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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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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Can I have Asian Rhinoplasty using rib instead of ear cartilage? I’m concerned I don’t have enough ear cartilage.

Posted on January 18, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I’m planning to have rhinoplasty using rib cartilage to augment my nasal bridge. I don’t want implants. I have bulbous tip and I don’t like the appearance of my nose when I smile it widens. Is it true that … Continue reading →

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I would like an ethnic rhinoplasty for a more defined nose. What would you recommend?

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

Q: Hello, my name is Don, I am 23 years old and I live in Holland. For my nose I’d really like to have a more narrow and defined nose. One doctor in Manila, Philippines, advised me this: “to augment … Continue reading →

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Why some doctors don’t recommend Irradiated Rib Cartilage in Rhinoplasty and Asian Rhinoplasty?

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

Q: There are many pros with irradiated rib cartilage such as: no donor site morbidity, ease of use, shorter operation time & healing time. Why most of the doctors I consulted with don’t recommend using it for Asian Rhinoplasty? Since … Continue reading →

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As an Asian, I was wondering how I could go about making it taller/lengthen?

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

Q: As an Asian, I was wondering how I could go about making it taller/lengthen? A: Whether or not to change the appearance of your nose is a very personal decision.  If you do decide to augment or refine your … Continue reading →

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