07 9월2012

Nosing Ahead with Rhinoplasty

Written by Chelsea Kim. Posted in Korean Rhinoplasty

Whether you want a nose job to remove the bump, hump or downsize the bulbous end of your nose or straightened a crooked nose or you just want to breathe easier – this post is likely to help you address issues and concerns about getting a rhinoplasty.

Rhinoplasty: Men’s Most Desired Cosmetic Procedure

Did you know that rhinoplasty is the oldest procedure in facial plastic surgery? There is evidence to show this procedure dates back to thousands of years. Today, it is the most desired cosmetic procedure among men and it is second only to breast surgery as the most desired procedure among women.

In saying so, rhinoplasty requires specialist skills as it is the most complex operation in cosmetic surgery. It does not only deal with the aesthetic aspect of the nose, but maintaining or improving the nasal function is also an intricate operation.

Rhinoplasty is Popular in Korea

Rhinoplasty (also commonly known as a nose job) is another popular procedure in Korea. It typically involves adding grafts and supports to augment the tip and dorsum of the nose creating a desirable pointy tip of the nose, as opposed to having a wide and flat nose.

It is often the answer to a number of conditions and aesthetic concerns. There are several kinds of rhinoplasty available and this depends on the individual’s needs. You can opt for a non-invasive procedure: aptly called non-surgical rhinoplasty whereby fillers are used to alter and smooth bumps. But this is not long term. The open procedure involves implanting supports and grafts to the nose, thus maintaining the nose structure. It is widely accepted as the surgery for rhinoplasty because of its longer term affect.

Top Surgeons and the Right Destination

There are a myriad of reasons for cosmetic surgery: it could be purely cosmetic, functional or reconstructive – but the bottom line is, cosmetic surgery is not only an alteration to the nose, face or body but it is generally seen as an improvement to the self.

The decision to undergo any surgery is extremely personal. Making alterations to our faces and bodies is an amazing privilege and it changes how you feel about yourself. Therefore it is important to choose the right surgeon the first time because appearance and function is not so easily reversed.

Cosmetic surgery has flourished in Asia – for many, Asia is top-of-the-mind when it comes to destination of choice. Countries such as South Korea have intertwined cosmetic surgery into their medical tourism portfolio.

This combined with their highly skilled cosmetic techniques are reasons why Korea is a leading destination for cosmetic surgery tourism. People travel to Korea for plastic surgery to fulfill their dream of idealized beauty and satisfaction.