Tag Archives: rhinoplasty

On a few of my rhinoplasty consultations the surgeons mentioned a chin implant. Will it make me look weird?

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Since it is located in the center of the face, the nose plays a crucial role in facial proportions.  An unbalanced nose can distort the perception of balance for the entire face, even when the other facial features are aesthetically … Continue reading ⭢

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How can nonsurgical rhinoplasty get rid of a dorsal hump?

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Nonsurgical rhinoplasty is performed by using a dermal filler to augment or “build up” the nose.  Since volume and height can only be added, it can not actually remove a dorsal hump (bump on the bridge of your nose), but … Continue reading ⭢

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What can I expect during my recovery after rhinoplasty?

Posted on February 5, 2014 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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Why is the revision rate so high for rhinoplasty?

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

In a recently published study, rhinoplasty surgeons across the country were surveryed on their rates of revision rhinoplasty.  That number is ~20%, meaning about 1 in 5 patients undergoing a primary rhinoplasty will undergo a revision surgery.  There are a … Continue reading ⭢

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I’ve been snoring a lot and my ENT said I have a deviated septum. Will straightening my septum get rid of my snoring?

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Snoring is caused by obstruction and turbulent airflow anywhere along the airway. The airway begins at the nostrils and the mouth, and continues through the nasal cavity, oral cavity, oropharynx (back of the throat), larynx (voice box), and trachea (wind … Continue reading ⭢

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