Asian Rhinoplasty: What is the Difference and what has Changed?
Dr Terence Goh • October 2, 2018
Asian Rhinoplasty has evolved over time from a closed technique (with scars hidden in the nostril) and insertion of nasal silicone implants to an open rhinoplasty technique (small scar along the columella) with specific improvements to the nasal bridge, nasal tip and nasal base. The increasing affluence of Asian patients and sophistication has led to higher demands from individuals who want a nose that fits the Asian face and not just a 'westernised nose’. The original concepts of rhinoplasty were based on Caucasian rhinoplasty and those are usually centred around principles of reduction rhinoplasty whilst Asian rhinoplasty are centred around three things - augmentation of the dorsum of the nose, refinement of the nasal tip and alterations to the nasal base.
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Dr Chris recently joined Dr Melanie Seah on The Big Show to shed some light on options for breast reconstruction after mastectomy. Key things to note: Breast reconstruction after mastectomy for breast cancer is covered by insurance Breasts can be reconstructed using implants or your own tummy fat or fat from other areas You can choose the size of your breasts if you are doing both sides. Please watch here: https://www.youtube.com/live/1O5huLfPzaw?si=Wov7_O8zmfgs2dZ-
Breast reconstruction is an important part of breast cancer management. It aims to restore your breast to its natural form after a mastectomy. In the past, not many Singaporean patients were keen on breast reconstruction due to a variety of reasons. However, over the last decade, there’s been an increased number of patients choosing to go for breast reconstruction surgery. This is because there are more Singaporean women being diagnosed with breast cancer, and most of them lead a long, healthy life after a mastectomy. In this post, I will address some important things you need to know before making a decision on breast reconstruction. Read the full article here
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