Monthly Archives: July 2016

What do you recommend for a typical wide, flat, Asian nose?

Posted on July 31, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I’m an Asian female and I hate my nose! I want a narrower, more prominent (but still natural looking) nose. P.S. If someone who has had a full rhinoplasty (alarplasty & cartilage grafting, etc) were to injure their nose, … Continue reading →

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Local or general Anesthesia for Rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty? Which option should I opt for ?

Posted on July 31, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I am going under a rhinoplasty ssing silicone for bridge and cartilage from ear for nose tip. I will also be get blepharoplasty same time. My doctor told me it’s local anesthesia and surgery will take About 2 hrs. He … Continue reading →

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Increased Swelling 4 Months After Rhinoplasty – Just Swelling or Excess Cartilage?

Posted on July 31, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I’ve undergone Asian rhinoplasty and septoplasty about 4months ago to fix a deviated septum and to narrow/sharpen my bulbous tip, using my own nasal cartilage. 1-2 weeks ago, I had a cold and there were mucus & congestion. I … Continue reading →

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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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