Tag Archives: rhinoplasty

Asian rhinoplasty. Should I use ear or rib cartilage?

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

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?

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

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?

Posted on April 9, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

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?

Posted on April 4, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

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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I had a rhinoplasty in 2003, and the tip of my nose was turned up too much. It looks like a pig nose! How can it be turned back down?

Posted on February 27, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

The amount that the tip of the nose is turned up or down is referred to as “rotation”. One important angle to look at is the nasolabial angle, or the angle the nose makes with the upper lip. For a … Continue reading →

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Why is smoking such an issue in cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery?

Posted on February 10, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Besides the links to many cancers and health problems, smoking is problematic for patients undergoing cosmetic, dermatologic or plastic surgery because it impairs proper wound healing. Skin has an intricate blood supply that is provided mainly by something called the … Continue reading →

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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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Why can’t I wear glasses or sunglasses for two months after my rhinoplasty?

Posted on December 21, 2015 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

For most people, after extended eyeglass or sunglass wear the pads from the glasses will put pressure on the dorsum (bridge of the nose) and cause indentations. Usually this is not an issue, as once the glasses are removed the … Continue reading →

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