Monthly Archives: January 2016

I had a rhinoplasty 10 years ago, and now I’m told I have an inverted-V deformity. What is it?

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

An inverted-V deformity usually occurs after rhinoplasty when the upper lateral cartilages (middle-third of the nose) separate from the dorsal septum (bridge) and collapse. This collapse in the middle third of the nose manifests as a visible step-off in the … Continue reading →

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Rhinoplasty Recovery – What To Expect

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

Rhinoplasty, or a “nose job” as it is more commonly known, is one of the most frequently performed cosmetic surgery procedures today. If you are considering undergoing rhinoplasty it is important to consider all aspects of the procedure, including what … Continue reading →

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When are the bones broken in rhinoplasty? How is this done?

Posted on January 6, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Osteotomies (fracturing the nasal bones) are performed for a number of reasons in rhinoplasty. These controlled fractures of the nasal bones allow for moving and reshaping the nasal bones. It is performed by using a sharp osteotome (similar in design … Continue reading →

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