Rhinoplasty Augmentation

Conveniently located to serve the areas of Los Angeles and Beverly Hills

Beautiful Young asian Woman stock imageThe low-sitting nose is one of the most prevalent characteristics of the Asian population. Overall, the entire nose (i.e., the bridge and tip) is low. This type of nose gives creates a face that lacks definition and may be perceived as more plain. Additionally, the nasal bone and cartilage are small. The small, low-sitting nose makes the nose looks relatively wide. Rhinoplasty augmentation adds structure and definition while balance the result with your natural features.

Before and After Photos

Asian female in her 20s underwent rhinoplasty augmentation to achieve a higher bridge and sharper tip nose. Dr. Kim utilized the patient’s rib cartilage to define her nose shape. He performed the procedure using local anesthesia so that the patient was fully awake during surgery and did not need to go under. She recovered quickly and the after photos show a defined, beautifully enhanced nose that complements her face.
Asian female in her 20s underwent rhinoplasty augmentation to achieve a higher bridge and sharper tip nose. Dr. Kim utilized the patient’s rib cartilage to define her nose shape. He performed the procedure using local anesthesia so that the patient was fully awake during surgery and did not need to go under. She recovered quickly and the after photos show a defined, beautifully enhanced nose that complements her face.
Asian female in her 60s had a significantly upturned and shortened nose following a prior rhinoplasty surgery performed elsewhere. She received revision rhinoplasty with Dr. Kim who used rib cartilage to reconstruct the nose. Dr. Kim used local anesthesia so the patient was awake during the procedure and did not experience pain or discomfort. The after photo shows a drastic transformation from a contracted nose with visible nostrils to a natural-looking and aesthetically pleasing nose, restoring facial balance. She also underwent a lip lift procedure which gently elevated her upper lift and improved lip proportions.
Asian female in her 60s had a significantly upturned and shortened nose following a prior rhinoplasty surgery performed elsewhere. She received revision rhinoplasty with Dr. Kim who used rib cartilage to reconstruct the nose. Dr. Kim used local anesthesia so the patient was awake during the procedure and did not experience pain or discomfort. The after photo shows a drastic transformation from a contracted nose with visible nostrils to a natural-looking and aesthetically pleasing nose, restoring facial balance. She also underwent a lip lift procedure which gently elevated her upper lift and improved lip proportions.
Asian male in his 30s with a down-turned, under-projected nose wanted a well-defined nose with a prominent tip. He received a subtle dorsal hump reduction to achieve a straighter and smooth nose bridge. Dr. Kim also used the patient’s septal cartilage (cartilage inside the nose) to elevate his nasal tip. The patient underwent awake rhinoplasty with local anesthesia which ensured a safe surgery and speedy recovery. The after photo shows a more refined and attractive nasal appearance.
Asian male in his 30s with a down-turned, under-projected nose wanted a well-defined nose with a prominent tip. He received a subtle dorsal hump reduction to achieve a straighter and smooth nose bridge. Dr. Kim also used the patient’s septal cartilage (cartilage inside the nose) to elevate his nasal tip. The patient underwent awake rhinoplasty with local anesthesia which ensured a safe surgery and speedy recovery. The after photo shows a more refined and attractive nasal appearance.

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Nose Augmentation Techniques

There are two techniques used to restructure the nose: cartilage (Dr. Kim’s preferred method) and implants.

Cartilage versus Implants

Cartilage provides a more natural type of support for the nose, avoiding some drawbacks of silicone. Cartilage augmentation can provide permanent results, while implants do not.

Silicone has been used by plastic surgeons for many years. While it still has use for augmentation, Dr. Kim prefers using cartilage to provide nasal support. In Asian rhinoplasty, using ear or rib cartilage allows for precision changes, which makes it easy to contour and shape the nose while keeping a natural look to the nose. Excessive silicone augmentation to shape the tip of the nose places large tension at the nose tip, resulting in possible implant visibility, extrusion, and scar formation. In addition, improper placement and handling may lead to silicone graft movement, infection, and nasal shortening. Cartilage uses the patient’s own tissues for a more refined approach and enhanced personalization.

Dr. Kim uses cutting-edge cartilage implant techniques for all of his patients.

Dr. Kim and Dream Medical Group have been using cartilage as a highly reliable material for implant operations. Dr. Kim has developed innovative techniques for modeling ear or rib cartilage for nasal augmentation. He specifically tailors the procedure for nasal features seen in Asian patients, as well as Korean cultural standards. He uses the cartilage implant particularly for the dorsal region in the nose.

Dr. Kim utilizes cartilage to provide reliable support at the nasal tip, specifically using ear cartilages to shape the nasal tip. Ear cartilage is softer, providing support for the new shape of the nose while reducing the tension formation at the tip.

Adequate utilization of cartilage can change the angle of the nose for natural-appearing results.

The Rhinoplasty Augmentation Procedure

The surgery may take place under local anesthesia, ensuring you will feel no pain. Dr. Kim avoids general anesthesia due to its higher risk profile and the strain it places on the patient’s body. Local anesthesia requires a highly skilled surgeon, as each action must be highly precise. This ultimately leads to less swelling as well and a reduced recovery time. The degree of swelling may depend on individual patient, but the swelling is most severe 1-2 days after the surgery. It will subside rapidly for the first 10 days and gradually improve the next 1-2 months.

Dr. Kim's Expertise in Nose Augmentation

Dr. Kim has pioneered techniques using the patient’s own tissues for rhinoplasty augmentation. Cartilage can be taken from either the ear or the rib, requiring only a minuscule amount for dramatic improvements. He has published papers on ear cartilage grafting and can perform the procedure for even a severely contracted nose.

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