Tag Archives: Asian plastic surgery

L-shaped Silicone in My Nose, But Want to Get Rid of the Hard Tip?

Posted on July 19, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I am Asian and I had L-shaped silicone in my nose now and I actually likes the shape of my nose now except for the hard tip that make people notice I had work done. But then I heard some … Continue reading →

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Is It Possible for Space Between Eyes to Be Shaved Down And Have Nose Fixed To Look More Asian? I’m Half Asian.

Posted on July 19, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I’m mixed Asian, but I don’t look like it. But I really want my Caucasian nose to look Asian. I hate it! I edited it one time and saw what it would be like with an Asian nose, and it … Continue reading →

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What Would Be the Best Rhinoplasty Procedure for Me?

Posted on July 19, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I’m in my 20s, and I’ve always disliked my nose for being too wide. I’m considering an alar base reduction, but what else? I’m not sure if I want to change anything about the bridge… the change might be … Continue reading →

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Columella Too Low Upper Lips Too High Teeth Showing?

Posted on July 16, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: My philtrum and upper lip looks too short for my face. My septum might be too short too that my columella is hanging too high. To achieve my desired shape of my upper lip, I would have to pull my … Continue reading →

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Asian Rhinoplasty & Chin Augmentation for Facial Harmony?

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

Q: My ‘strong’ nose bothers me. When I smile, it overpowers my other features. Work on my chin can improve my profile. I don’t know if my jaw has to do with anything. My nose has a tall bridge. Would … Continue reading →

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How Much Cartilage is Needed for a Taller Nose?

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

Q: I am of Asian and European descent, however I have a short Asian nose. I don’t want to use implants or my ribs, would my ear cartilage be enough to make difference? A: First of all, wise decision to say … Continue reading →

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I think my silicone implant is displaced?

Posted on June 24, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I am a Korean woman who got a nose job 3 years ago to make my bridge higher. My surgeon used a silicone implant. Not sure what “displacement” means, but my implant has shifted upwards. 1) Do I need reconstructive … Continue reading →

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Should Asian Nose-concerns (Ie:fractures, Broken Nose, Sinusitis) Be Approached & Diagnosed Like Other Ethnicities?

Posted on June 24, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I am an Asian female, and I was recently head-butted directly onto the bridge of my nose. My nose physically feels different (indented) and my breathing feels different ever since the injury. It has been 2 weeks now. Bruising and … Continue reading →

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Can Ear Cartilage Grow Back After Being Harvested?

Posted on June 21, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: Would it be possible for cartilage to grow back? How does an ear look after the harvest? A: When properly performed, ear cartilage harvest results in little to no change in appearance to the ear.  The incision can be hidden … Continue reading →

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I Would Like to Have my Septal Extension Grafts Removed. What Are the Risks?

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I am an Asian who had a tip rhinoplasty 3 months ago and strongly dislike the stiffness brought by the caudal septal extension grafts. However, the changes are not noticeable. I have discussed with my surgeon about a revision rhinoplasty … Continue reading →

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