1. Concerns before the procedure: Since I was young, I often felt that my nose did not really suit my overall image. It was close to a rounded bulbous nose, and I had almost no nasal bridge, so I think it felt like a subtle complex. It was not a major source of stress, but it was something that had stayed on my mind for a long time, and I thought it would keep bothering me in the future, so I started looking into clinics.
2. Consultation experience (what I liked) I learned about this plastic surgery clinic after hearing that an acquaintance had surgery with Director Yoo Gi-hyun several years ago and is still very satisfied to this day. I had actually had consultations at several other clinics too, but the overall consultation atmosphere at this clinic felt a little more comfortable. The clinic atmosphere was calm, and everyone from the front desk staff to the consultation manager guided me kindly, so I felt less burdened on my first visit.
To be honest, I did not have any huge dissatisfaction with my nose. It was more that I felt it was slightly lacking overall. So I only had the vague thought that I wanted it to improve naturally, and I did not really know specifically which parts should be changed or how.
Director Yoo Gi-hyun carefully checked my X-ray images and the condition of my nose while explaining what surgical approach would be good. Looking at my nasal structure, he explained in relatively good detail which areas could be supplemented for a natural change, and he made the explanation easy to understand, so I think I felt a bit reassured during the consultation.
He also explained the materials that could be used and the materials he recommended, taking into account my nose shape and previous surgical history. In particular, for the nasal tip, it is common to use one type of material, but for my nose, he suggested using autologous costal cartilage together with ear cartilage. He explained that autologous costal cartilage has the advantage of being sturdy, but if only that is used, the nasal tip can look somewhat stiff, so using ear cartilage together can create a softer and more natural shape. In these aspects, I felt that the director was speaking with my nose condition in mind, so I trusted him!
I did not know much about rhinoplasty, so I asked a lot of questions, and each time he explained calmly, so overall I felt comfortable throughout the consultation.
3. Procedure results (surgical effect) Since I decided to have the surgery a few months after the consultation, I had all kinds of worries as the surgery date approached. I wondered if I was being unnecessarily greedy when my current nose was not that bad, or if my face might end up looking stranger than before because of my nose... I was anxious first. But in the end, I am so, so satisfied that those worries feel pointless. The surgery turned out so well that I wonder why I did not do it sooner. Before, my nasal bridge was low and my nose was round, so I had a rather cute image, but now my nasal bridge has definition, so the cute feeling is gone and my image has become much more sophisticated. Haha. And more than anything, I wanted a natural-looking nose, and I love that my shortcomings were improved while there is no artificial feeling at all. My acquaintances who know I had surgery say it turned out very naturally and ask for the clinic information. Meanwhile, acquaintances who do not know I had surgery tell me I have become so much prettier, so I am satisfied. Haha. The fact that it looks natural while my shortcomings were improved, and the fact that Director Yoo Gi-hyun made that a reality, makes me sincerely respect his skill Thank you!
4. Overall review When I was considering surgery, I hesitated a lot because I wondered if I was being unnecessarily greedy when my current nose was not bad, but during the consultation process, I was able to receive a sufficient explanation about the condition of my nose, and I could understand the surgical direction, so I decided to go ahead.
In the end, I am satisfied because the natural change I wanted most seems to have been achieved well. The parts of my nose that I found lacking were improved, but rather than changing the overall impression of my face drastically, it feels naturally refined, so I think I like it more as time passes.
People considering rhinoplasty are probably bound to have many worries, but I felt that it is important to have a thorough consultation and align your nose condition with the direction you want. I think I was also able to get a satisfying result through that kind of process.
Lastly, if you want a natural-looking nose, Director Yoo Gi-hyun at this plastic surgery clinic is absolutely the one.. 🤍 Doctor, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you once again!