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

Self-cartilage augmentation Asian rhinoplasty costs $20,000?

Q: I recently went to a Toronto PS who only specializes in rhinoplasty for a consult. I asked him to 1. Build up the bridge 2. Narrow the tips 3. Have a silicone chin implant put in. He quoted me … Continue reading

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How to get rid of fleshy nose?

Q: I am having a fleshy broad nose, which is effecting my overall personality. I want to look good so I want to reduce it by a simple home remedy for the time being. A: The only safe and effective … 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?

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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Asian Rhinoplasty for asymmetrical nose with flat nostrils, round nose tip?

Q: I want to have a straight outline going down my nose. I feel that my nose has an uneven appearance, and is wide. I also would like the tip to be a bit sharper and be pushed forward a … Continue reading

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I am getting an Asian rhinoplasty and I want it to look very extreme. Can this be done with ear cartilage?

Q: I am getting an Asian rhinoplasty and the Dr. wants to use my ear cartilage. I want it to look very different – very defined tall skinny bridge with a very turned up tip. Can I get this look … Continue reading

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How much does Asian rhinoplasty cost if ear or rib cartilage is being used for augmentation?

Q: How much does Asian rhinoplasty cost if ear or rib cartilage is being used for augmentation? A: The cost of Asian rhinoplasty will vary based on factors such as geography and the experience and skill level of the surgeon. … Continue reading

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Nose fillers or Asian rhinoplasty?

Q: I have a very petite nose. Little to no bridge. This is something I desperately want fixed I was considering permanent nose fillers cause after I get it fixed I never want to look back. Plus I can’t afford … Continue reading

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Will alar wedge excision adversely lengthen my upper lip (area between nose and mouth)?

Q: I am contemplating minor revision rhinoplasty but want to avoid further lengthening of my long upper lip. Will alar wedge excisions affect this area? A: Alar base modification (alar wedge excisions) will have no effect on the length of … Continue reading

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Will a wider nose make my eyes look closer together?

Q: Hello. My nose is very very narrow and pinches a bit in the center of my bridge. I have had a consultation, and I have been told that my nose would be more compatible with the rest of my … Continue reading

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How can I achieve slightly wider nostrils?

Q: Hi I was just wondering if my nostrils can be stretched open ever so slightly…or would I need a whole nose reconstruction for this to be possible…also would there be scarring? A: There are a few ways your nostrils … Continue reading

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