Author Archives: Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

About Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Dr. Yoo is a board-certified surgeon, fellowship trained in facial plastic surgery with extensive experience in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. He specializes in rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, facial rejuvenation surgery (including blepharoplasty and facelift), and Asian cosmetic surgery (including Asian rhinoplasty and Asian blepharoplasty/Asian eyelid surgery). see more: http://www.donyoomd.com 433 N Camden Drive, Suite 970 Beverly Hills, CA 90210 310-772-0766

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

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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What’s an estimate for Asian rhinoplasty using diced cartilage wrap in fascia? How long is the procedure, recovery etc?

Q: I’ve always hated my nose growing up. Families would point out how flat/big my nose is compared to my sisters. These hurtful comments isn’t the reason why I want the surgery. I’m doing it for me. My nose doesn’t … Continue reading

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I’m considering Asian rhinoplasty. Are my thoughts realistic?

Q: I would like to have a nose job as I feel like it is obscuring my features. Right now, I feel that my nose is perfect in width. I would like nose holes (not triangles), a less fatty piggy … Continue reading

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Asian Revision rhinoplasty. When is the soonest I can get this redone and what would you recommend be done?

Q: I had a revision rhinoplasty done 4/2015 and I feel that it is too long and pointy. It totally changed the way I look. It was done with diced cartilage and fascia. I now have a humped nose. When … Continue reading

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What kind of nose surgery do I need to make my nostrils (or sides of my nose) much thinner?

Q: I don’t have a HUGE problem with my entire nose (such as the bridge etc.), but it really bothers me whenever I smile and my nose suddenly looks so much wider. I realize that it’s natural for that to … Continue reading

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Will my rib cartilage become weaker after rib-harvesting rhinoplasty?

Q: Hi, I am a 19-year-old Asian with very thick skin. I have had multiple consultations, and almost all the doctors said that rib cartilage is the only option to augment my nose bridge. But I am really concerned with … Continue reading

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Will my nose bridge grow taller as I grow?

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?

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.

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?

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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