Q: I feel that my nose is too bulbous, large at the sides, not well defined. It makes me look masculine. I also want facial contouring for a more v-shaped face.
A: Refining the tip of your nose and creating more height and projection to the bridge and tip of your nose will make a nice change to your overall appearance. An in-person evaluation by a specialist in Asian cosmetic surgery will allow you to consider the treatment options for improving the contour of your face.
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 tissue from your own body ensures your nose will age naturally with the rest of your body.
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 towards your face) as your nose heals. However, if the tip still appears to be over-projected relative to the lack of height in your dorsum (bridge). Follow up closely with your surgeon to ensure the best results.
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 scars after alarplasty. What technique should my surgeon perform for the scars to be well hidden? Also will my nostrils look narrower even without alarplasty? Will my nostrils can become narrower with sail incision, tiplasty and bridge augmentation? No fillers too pls. Thank you.
A: Your columellar retraction is what is causing the disproportion between your ala and columella. Pushing down the columella while bringing the alar rim up slightly will improve this discrepancy.
Projecting the tip of the nose will cause the nostrils to look a bit narrower and less flared without alar base modification.
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 $10k for using silicone nose implant + chin augmentation, and 20k for using my own cartilage. This is even more expensive than a revision rhinoplasty since my nose is untouched. I wonder what do you guys think in terms of the price? I would prefer to go with my own tissues if possible. Thanks!
A: I feel very strongly that synthetic materials should be not be placed in your nose during Asian rhinoplasty, so my personal feeling is that regardless of price you should not consider that option.
With regards to surgeon fees and the variation amongst surgeons – this will depend on geographical location and the expertise of the surgeon. While the adage is not always true that you get what you pay for, generally surgeons will not be able to stay in business long if their prices are not in-line with their results.
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 way of permanently reshaping and refining your nose is through surgical Asian rhinoplasty. I strongly advise against trying to use any “home remedy” for this purpose.
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 with Asian noses?
A: There are excellent doctors in both countries as long as you do you due diligence in researching the specific surgeon who will perform your surgery. It’s often prudent to consult in person with ~3 rhinoplasty specialists experienced in Asian noses to find who fits your personality and instills confidence in you.
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 little more. I place my finger in my nostrils and push it away from my face to see what my nose would look like if it was sharper with a higher bridge. Would it be possible with just cartilage graft to achieve stronger looking nose, and a more prominent bridge?
A: Not only is it possible to achieve what you are looking for with just cartilage grafts from your own body, this is the safest, most predictable and safest method of doing so. Some surgeons are more adept than others at using your own tissue to create natural and attractive results, so it’s important to research Asian rhinoplasty specialists and consult with them in person to determine who you have the best connection with.
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 with ear cartilage or would an implant be better?
A: In order to achieve the maximal amount of definition and refinement during Asian rhinoplasty, rib cartilage is often necessary. Unless you already have a significant amount of tip projection and dorsal height, it will be necessary to add support and structure to your nose which can not be provided by septal and ear cartilage alone.
Implants can look fantastic for a few years, but they are not a permanent option and far from the best option. With time they have an unacceptably high risk of complications. Using tissue from your own body (autologous grafts) is safer, and when performed by an Asian rhinoplasty specialist, will give you the most dramatic results.
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. When it comes to your face, and especially your nose, finding the right surgeon should be of utmost importance. Never “settle” for a particular surgeon simply due to price.
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