06 6월2012

The Popularity of Cosmetic Nose Surgery in Asia

Written by Chelsea Kim. Posted in Korean Rhinoplasty

Long before various cosmetic procedures became popular in Asia, cosmetic nose surgery was already an in-demand procedure. Westerners might wonder why Asian men and women are anxious about the way their nose looks. Most people would think it’s purely vanity, but as an Asian woman, I can say that the way our nose looks can make a big difference in our self-esteem and the image we want to project.

Studies have shown that facial features of Asians have made cosmetic nose surgery a need instead of a want. Most Asians have rounder faces, smaller eyes, and cheekbones that are quite masculine looking, especially for women. Because the eyes appear to be distant from each other due to their shape, the nose tends to look shorter and flatter than usual. Another reason for this appearance is that Asians suffer from columellar retraction, which makes the faces of Asians look broader. There are numerous ways to make the nose look more prominent, and the best procedure would be cosmetic nose surgery.

How Can Cosmetic Nose Surgery be Beneficial to Asians?

It was during the 1970’s when Asians who were not satisfied with their noses started undergoing cosmetic nose surgery. The surgery itself was developed to reconstruct and make the nose function better. Congenital defects, trauma from accidents, and effects of certain sicknesses and diseases were the usual reasons for having this type of procedure. Although this procedure was developed hundreds of years ago, it was only during the 20^th century that the procedure was refined and perfected for cosmetic purposes.

There are three popular types of nose surgery. The popular nose cosmetic surgeries are hook nose correction surgery, alar base reduction, and nasal tip and bridge enhancement surgery, which is the highest in demand and the most popular nose cosmetic procedure of the three. In Tip Plasty, implants or your own tissues are inserted in the bridge area to raise the bridge of the nose to make it appear prominent.

For Asians, this has an overall effect, which would make the face more attractive. It also blends well with other facial features for a more natural look. Because Asians have unique facial features compared to Caucasians and Europeans, medical experts from Korea and other Asian countries are world renowned, and are reputed to be the best in this field

Why Travel to Korea for a Cosmetic Nose Surgery?

People of Asian descent have realized that for them to achieve the shape and look of the nose that they want, it would be advantageous for them to undergo this type of procedure in an Asian country that is known for its expertise in the field of cosmetic procedures, like Korea. Plastic surgery in Korea has become the symbol of how far Korea has progressed in the medical field. Korean doctors are highly trained and experts in performing cosmetic procedures for men and women of Asian descent, because they know the needs and wants of Asians. Facts and statistics show that more than 100,000 cosmetic procedures were performed in Korea last year, with double eyelid surgery and cosmetic nose surgery topping the list.

Cosmetic nose surgery is a very simple procedure that is very safe and is practically risk free. It is also affordable enough that even ordinary men and women can have a nose surgery without having to burn a hole in their pockets. If you feel uncomfortable with your nose and how it projects, be daring and spunky enough to finally have your nose done.