Tag Archives: tip refinement

What causes this indentation on the supra tip post rhinoplasty and what options are available to fix it?

Posted on January 7, 2017 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I had an Asian rhinoplasty done almost 3 months ago, and recently noticed a slight indentation above the tip (supra tip?). An I-shaped silicon implant was used to raise the bridge and cartilage from my ear was used on … Continue reading →

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Will my nose bridge grow taller as I grow?

Posted on December 11, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I’m 14 years old and I’m Asian. I understand Asians have pretty flat noses. I was wondering if our nose bridges grow taller or if they stays the same. A: Your nose may change in appearance if you have … Continue reading →

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Revision rhinoplasty – is more definition achievable between the tip and nasal wings?

Posted on December 11, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I had a rhinoplasty (narrowed tip, increased projection with ear cartilage), but am still a bit unhappy about the bulkiness of my nose. I have super thick skin, so I was wondering if it was even possible to be … Continue reading →

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If my nose is lifted up – will the nostrils get smaller or it is separate procedures. My priority is fixing the nostrils.

Posted on December 10, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: My nostrils are big and the annoying thing is they get bigger when I talk or laugh. If this is my biggest issue – can I fix it without putting a filler to my nose – It is great … Continue reading →

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I’m Desperately Wanting to Have Two Operations for Rhinoplasty and Buccal Fat Pad Removal on Both Sides?

Posted on December 1, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I had a stroke last year in Jan (I’m 40 now) & have been on Plavix ever since. I know it’s very risky for people to have any operation whilst on Plavix. Then 2 months ago, I had my … Continue reading →

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Asian ethnicity but given a Caucasian nose post op. Prosthetic looking nose, tip looks like a ball. What should I do?

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

Q: I’m 10 days post op. I am Asian but live in another country. I had rhino and fat transfer to chin. Yesterday, splint was removed. I was shocked to see a Caucasian nose on my face. Nose tip looks … Continue reading →

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What type of surgery will make my nose taller and less squashed? I’m Asian.

Posted on November 15, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: What type of surgery will make my nose taller and less squashed? I’m Asian A: The safest and most permanent way to build up and refine your nose is with Asian rhinoplasty using tissue from your own body.  Using … Continue reading →

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My nose tip is too high after nose surgery. Will it drop down?

Posted on November 11, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I got a nose job done 1 week ago and my nose tip is too high and looks bad now, will it drop down soon? A: The tip will definitely lose some projection and some rotation (come down and come … Continue reading →

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I need a rhinoplasty. I am an Asian male wanting to have a better looking nose.

Posted on November 11, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: My alar from sideview is hanging, what procedure needed to fix that? Also in worm’s eye view I am not sure if I need Alarplasty, hope not as I hate scars. I see many photos online with so ugly … Continue reading →

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I’m interested in rhinoplasty (the tip of my nose less rounded). How much is this procedure in the Bay Area/Sacramento?

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

Q: I’m debating between getting surgery here in the US or going to South Korea, where I know doctors would be very experienced working with Asian noses. Are there any doctors who specialize in or have a lot of experience … Continue reading →

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