A popular trend across the world is for patients to go to Korea for double eyelid surgery. Many of the techniques used around the world originated there, and South Korea is the epicenter for many advancements in the procedure. However, some of the leading physicians from South Korea have brought their expertise to different locations around the world. So, do you still need to go to Korea for double eyelid surgery? In truth, you can have a higher-quality procedure without needing to travel far from home if you live in LA. Plastic surgery can be a pivotal moment in many people’s lives. So, it ma ..read more

Can you get double eyelids without surgery? In the past, invasive options were the only ones available. Namely, double eyelid surgery, which is a cosmetic treatment for patients who want a pronounced crease in the folds of their upper lids. Some people are born without a natural crease in the upper eyelid and have what is often called a monolid. Monolids are most common in people of East Asian descent, though they are not exclusive to people of that region.  Double eyelid surgery, a procedure to create a crease in the eyelids, has many names. Also known as Asian blepharoplasty or a double ..read more

Double eyelid surgery is a dynamic approach that allows patients to customize their upper facial features fully. As an essential marker of personality and identity, the eyes are a popular area of the face to maintain at every stage of life. From blepharoplasty to double eyelid surgery, our top, experienced plastic surgeon has developed several unique procedures to help you achieve your desired look. Below, we cover some of the latest advancements in Korean double eyelid surgery in particular. Latest Advancements in Korean Double Eyelid Surgery Many of our patients are interested in maintaining ..read more

Facial bone surgery is an emerging technique that revolutionizes the ability to achieve better facial proportions. At Dream Medical Group, Dr. Kenneth Kim, a leading expert in facial bone contour surgery, offers the ultimate customization treatment plan. We are proud to provide permanent treatment to patients whose current bone structures are causing them mental or physical distress. But what face shapes can facial bone contouring achieve? What Face Shapes Can Facial Bone Contouring Achieve? The biggest question is: what face shapes can facial bone contouring achieve? How do we combine our uni ..read more

During an awake facelift, you can gain all the benefits of a traditional facelift procedure, with some additional advantages. You will still remain conscious, but you will not feel any pain. This modern facelift technique offers stunning, more refined results when performed by an experienced surgeon. If you are looking for the least invasive method of a facelift, this might be the perfect way to accomplish your aesthetic goals. Below, we cover how are techniques in an awake facelift different. Anyone visiting Dr. Kenneth Kim for the first time will likely have a lot of questions about this inn ..read more

Rhinoplasty is one of our most sought-after procedures by adults of all ages and backgrounds. It is also one of the most complex and precise plastic surgery options in the world, requiring a comprehensive skill set to deliver refined results. Commonly known as a “nose job,” rhinoplasty offers a way to reconfigure the nose into a more pleasing shape, size, and profile. Though it is a complicated surgical undertaking, it can have incredible and permanent results. Below, we cover why the option of an awake rhinoplasty can produce more refined results. Why Does Awake Rhinoplasty Produce More Refin ..read more

Awake breast augmentation functions much the same as standard breast augmentation, but the patient is not placed under general anesthesia during the procedure. Although this might seem intimidating, this practice carries a slew of benefits. Despite the numerous benefits, patients may have some hesitation about the procedure. Namely, patients want to know how does awake breast augmentation feel? More and more patients are finding that awake procedures are overall preferable to standard ones for a variety of reasons. They find that oftentimes, they are experiencing safer and more effective opera ..read more

Double eyelid surgery is pursued for several different reasons. Many come to this procedure seeking to achieve their aesthetic ideal, while others feel that the results of the procedure can help them discover quality-of-life benefits in their day-to-day lives. Below, we cover the impact of double eyelid surgery on self-esteem and confidence. The Impact of Double Eyelid Surgery One of the main reasons patients seek out double eyelid surgery is that a well-performed one can work wonders on self-esteem and confidence. When you look the way you love to see in the mirror, good things tend to follow ..read more

No-recovery breast augmentation is a relatively novel plastic surgery procedure that is a game changer—remarkable advancement in breast surgery. It is an awake procedure done under the effects of local anesthesia, not general anesthesia. This means that the patient does not lose consciousness during the procedure and benefits from an overall safer experience. Below, we cover the procedure in an in-depth guide to no-recovery breast augmentation. Guide to No-Recovery Breast Augmentation Although awake surgery might sound intimidating, it is a much safer and more effective procedure in many respe ..read more

Double eyelid surgery can help to accentuate a patient’s natural eyelid form, adding openness and depth to create stunning, refined, and pleasing aesthetic results. For these qualities, the procedure has become very popular in recent years, especially as doctors refine the surgical techniques to make the results even more sophisticated. However, there is a common question around which sits a modicum of confusion: Can Asian eyelid surgery also correct ptosis? Can Asian Eyelid Surgery Also Correct Ptosis? For patients considering getting double eyelid surgery (also called Asian eyelid surgery or ..read more