Tag Archives: Asian plastic surgery

I have an L-shaped silicone implant placed in my nose. How to tell if nose tip is experiencing too much pressure?

Q: I had Asian rhinoplasty done and was assured by the surgeon he would use a silicone implant on my bridge only and septal cartilage to refine the tip. I’ve recently discovered that he had placed an L-shaped implant instead … Continue reading

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Asian/ethnic rhinoplasty: Cost and Methods?

Q: I have always been self-conscious about my nose I want ethnic rhinoplasty to make my nose more defined specifically my tip, bridge and septum. Can you explain to me about the cost and the method? A: There are a variety … Continue reading

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Asian rhinoplasty. Should I use ear or rib cartilage?

Q: I have this Asian nose bridge that is flat and the alar is wide instead of high and straight. I think I’m going to need augmentation to make the nose bridge and the overall nose look higher. What should … Continue reading

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Can the nose bridge be enhanced through closed Asian rhinoplasty?

Q: Can the nose bridge be enhanced through closed Asian rhinoplasty? I would like to know if I can make my nose bridge higher through closed rhinoplasty and if ear cartilage is a good choice for this procedure as I am … Continue reading

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Can skin from the back be used to make an implant to augment the nose for rhinoplasty?

Q: Can skin from the back be used to make an implant to augment the nose for rhinoplasty?If so, how is this performed? Is it better than using cartilage? A: The method you may be referring to is using dermal … Continue reading

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How much ear cartilage will absorb when used for Asian rhinoplasty?

Q: I had a rhinoplasty 2 weeks ago. My bridge is still very straight between the eyes. I’m hoping it will curve in more as time progresses (ear cartilage was used). I don’t have a clear understanding of cartilage absorption, … Continue reading

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Asian Eyelid Surgery | Asian Blepharoplasty

Before and After Asian blepharoplasty with Asian eyelid specialist, Dr. Donald B. Yoo.  During Asian eyelid surgery, excess skin and fat can be removed while reshaping and recontouring the upper eyelid to create a more refreshed and attractive appearance.  The … Continue reading

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Botox for Masseter Reduction | Before + After | Jaw reduction with Botox

BOTOX® expert, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Donald B. Yoo, discusses BOTOX® for masseter reduction. Also known as jaw reduction with BOTOX®, or the V-line procedure, Before + After photos and patient reviews are shown.

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Why are silicone implants so popular in Asian rhinoplasty? Are there any downsides?

Common goals in Asian rhinoplasty include augmenting the dorsum (building the bridge), projecting and refining the tip (making the tip smaller and taller), and narrowing the nose. A variety of different techniques have been described to augment the dorsum, including using synthetic … Continue reading

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What’s the advantage of incisional blepharoplasty versus suture techniques in Asian double eyelid surgery?

Incision-less suture techniques for Asian blepharoplasty (double eyelid surgery) are popular because they do decrease the downtime and recovery for suitable candidates. In the appropriate patient, suture techniques, such as the double-suture with twist (DST) work extremely well at creating … Continue reading

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