Rhinoplasty Q&A
Find answers to rhinoplasty questions from Dr. Kim.
227 questions
Can my family watch my surgery happen in real time?
Yes — this is something we hear a lot of relief about from international patients' families. Rather than waiting for hours with no information, your companion c
Travel to KoreaRead answer →Is an MRI safe to get if I have cartilage or an implant from rhinoplasty in my nose?
Yes — both cartilage grafts, including the autologous rib cartilage used in techniques such as KOWON's Ribfit, and the standard silicone implants used in rhinop
OtherRead answer →What is tip plasty and who needs it?
Tip plasty refers to surgery focused specifically on reshaping the nasal tip — its width, projection, rotation, or overall definition — rather than the bridge.
Surgery overviewRead answer →Can family members or companions stay with me during recovery?
Yes, absolutely — many international patients travel with a family member, partner, or friend, and having someone with you during the first few days of recovery
Travel to KoreaRead answer →알레르기 비염이 심한 계절에 코성형을 받아도 되나요?
받으실 수는 있지만, 증상이 가장 심한 시기는 피해서 날짜를 잡으시길 권합니다. 같은 수술이라도 회복이 훨씬 편해집니다.
기능코Read answer →Does a past nose job have any effect on my ability to breastfeed?
No — there's no link between rhinoplasty and breastfeeding, since the surgery only involves the nasal structure and doesn't touch the hormonal or physiological
OtherRead answer →What clinical advantages make Ribfit different from standard rib techniques?
Compared to a standard, single carved rib cartilage graft, Ribfit's finely processed particles compress more densely, which translates to a lower long-term abso
Surgery overviewRead answer →How do payments work for international patients?
To confirm your surgery date, we ask for a deposit of approximately 10% of your estimated treatment cost, typically paid in advance via PayPal. This deposit sec
Travel to KoreaRead answer →코성형 후에 코가 답답하고 막힌 느낌이 드는데 정상인가요?
수술 후 몇 주에서 몇 달 동안은 흔한 증상입니다. 다만 시간이 지나도 나아지지 않고 점점 심해지거나 코 모양이 변한다면 수술받은 병원에서 확인받으셔야 합니다.
수술후관리Read answer →Is it safe to get pregnant after having had a nose job?
Yes — once you're fully healed, a prior rhinoplasty has no bearing on pregnancy safety whatsoever, and pregnancy itself doesn't disturb the surgical structure o
OtherRead answer →Is irradiated (donor) cartilage ever used instead of my own rib?
Yes, and it's a genuinely good option in the right circumstances. Irradiated homologous costal cartilage — cartilage from a donor source that's been sterilized
Surgery overviewRead answer →Is there a dedicated coordinator for international patients?
Yes. Every international patient is paired with a dedicated coordinator who serves as your main point of contact from your first inquiry through your departure
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