Posts by Kimberly Thompson75

rustygardener172 said:No offense...but this is honestly the worst advice you could give someone picking a surgeon for their procedure.
I actually think it's the exact opposite. Any decent doctor will tell you that getting consultations from at least three different specialists is the way to go before making a call. We aren't all built the same, and neither are the doctors. Each one is going to give you a slightly different perspective, and trust me... in this business, those tiny nuances make all the difference.

Even my doctor, Glušac, didn't charge me for the initial consults... so Ashley Wells16 you've already got two doctors on your list to check out. Just kidding... obviously. That few hundred bucks isn't worth anything compared to finding a surgeon who actually clicks with you and can give you the perfect nose for your face.
Back when I had my surgery about a year and a half ago, I didn't even need a prescription for heparin... though who knows if the rules have changed since then.

stormyharbor2 I'm right here! 🙂 I might not be posting as much as I used to, but I'm definitely still reading everything. 🙂 Wait, what do you mean "broke" the nose? Like a piercing? If so... I've had mine pierced since long before my surgery... I don't even wear the earring anymore... got bored of it. 🙂 It doesn't hurt one bit!

Look, I'm just here to share my own experience and my own take. I think everyone here is an adult and should be able to make their own choices... and btw, I'm not one of those people who's going to bounce from clinic to clinic because it's too confusing and everyone has such different policies. I'm just saying, I didn't make a mistake and I am so incredibly happy and fulfilled with my results!

Ashley Wells16 said:Hey there!🙂))

Look, price isn't really the point here. It’s all about the approach and the level of experience someone brings to the table. But honestly, when you can tell someone is just laser-focused on the paycheck, the trust just isn't there for me. Anyway, sorry if I'm being a total bore, but I actually have a few more questions:

I was scrolling through Dr. Smith’s website earlier, but I couldn't find any photos of the braces. I really wanted to get a better look at what his work actually looks like.
Where can I go in Washington, D.C. to get all those pre-op tests done? I'm looking at private clinics—does anyone know what kind of pricing I should expect?
Can you just pick up heparin cream at the pharmacy without a prescription, or do you actually need one?

Look, everyone’s built differently, and that goes for noses too. Does seeing my nose before and after actually mean anything to you?🙂I honestly feel like the most important thing is that he does whatever works best for you and aligns with what you actually want. Btw, when you head in for your consultation, his first move will be to just sit there and really listen to everything you’re looking for. After that, he'll give you his professional take—he might even grab a pen and sketch things out to make sure you're on the same page, which is exactly what he did for me. He'll also show you some before-and-after photos of noses he's done so you can see his style, though personally, I didn't find that super helpful. At the end of the day, everyone's face is different and what works for one person might not work for another. Also, once you have that consultation and decide to go through with the procedure, he'll hand you a list of all the tests you need to get done. It’s basically a full blood panel and an EKG. I ended up paying for all of mine out of pocket privately. $80I didn't bother with any fancy creams; I just stuck to the ointment. After the surgery, they actually offer you a place to crash if you need it. Since I live right in the heart of NYC, I didn't really need the extra room, but if you aren't local, it's honestly such a nice gesture when they offer something like that.🙂
If you have any other questions at all, just let me know—I'm right here!🙂P.S. Just a quick tip from me: try not to bounce around between too many different doctors. It honestly just gets confusing and messy. Oh, and I almost forgot—consultations with Dr. Smith are totally free, which is a huge plus in my book!

Ashley Wells16 said:Kimberly Thompson75, thanks so much for getting back to me! I was also wondering if you could tell me what the rates are like with Dr. Smith? Honestly, I can't quite wrap my head around the info for Dr. Jones. Up until recently, people on here were saying his price was around $3.25 since he uses local anesthesia. I get that it varies depending on the case—like if there's a deviated septum involved, which makes things more expensive—but when the price jumps that suddenly and doesn't match what was said before, especially after discussing "financial status" (if we want to call it that), I just don't know how to build that kind of trust. It's enough to make anyone feel totally lost...

The cost with Dr. Smith is $3333 and that includes everything, no extra tax added🙂. Personally, though, I don't think the price should be the deciding factor for someone ready to take this leap. If the doctor is top-tier and delivers amazing results, that's what matters. Just so you know, Dr. Smith doesn't even bother with advertising because he doesn't need to—his experience speaks for itself, and I am beyond happy with my results... Btw, consultations are freeeeeeeeee🙂))
Oh, and I almost forgot—you're completely out of it while under, and the nurses are just so sweet and kind that you won't feel a thing. You wake up feeling genuinely happy and, honestly, nothing hurts at all. I actually wanted my husband to pick me up right away, but the nurses were so lovely they made me a coffee and a little snack. It was just wonderful🙂)))

Ashley Wells16 said:Kimberly Thompson75, please, can you tell me how much you paid for your nose job? And why do you think Dr. Jones is so arrogant? p.s. I was actually thinking about seeing Dr. Jones, but seeing all these negative comments lately has me feeling pretty confused. 😢

That’s exactly how it went down... I showed up for my consultation and just sat there chatting with him for maybe 10 minutes. No exam, no nothing... just talking. Then, as soon as I started explaining what I wanted, he just cuts me off and goes, "That's impossible." That's when things felt weird, because I wasn't even looking to change my bone structure—I just wanted him to smooth out the bump and the tip. But fine, I asked him what he'd suggest and he just gave me some Tralalal... nonsense. Finally, I ask about the price and he says $3.75. We kept talking, and I mentioned that my dad knows him—not to get a discount, obviously, but just to let him know we expect top-tier work. He walks out, says "just one second," comes back, and tells me it's $14,000. Aaaaaaaaaaaaa, I honestly couldn't believe my ears. Then he starts making excuses about tax laws and business systems and whatnot... look, sales tax has nothing to do with my personal payment, and that's when I realized how pathetic he really is. So, yeah, sweetie, 🙂.
Btw😈it's been almost two months since my surgery with Dr. Smith and I am so, so happy with the results. He's old school, too. Good luck wherever you decide to go, and I really hope you end up being super happy with your choice!😁

stormycyclist9 said:Hehehe, I got the same vibe from Dr. Jones, like he just didn't care. But honestly, I had already lined up the surgery via email, so I figured nothing would come of it anyway. Still, since I was already in NYC, there was no turning back! Anyway, thank God, everything turned out amazing—better than I even expected. 🙂
How on earth do you think he was trying to play you for your money????

Well, it was because he quoted one price initially, but then once I mentioned my dad was paying, the cost suddenly jumped by $833. Honestly, it wasn't even about the cash for me; it was the principle. I was looking for some reassurance from my doctor, someone to instill a little confidence in me, and I just didn't get that from him. I mean, it’s kind of a big deal when someone basically digs up your entire face and then tells you they're just going to do whatever they want, haha... But truly, I am so happy with Dr. Smith. It's been almost two months now and everything is looking great.🙂))

Megan Moore76 said:Easy on the excitement for now. We really need to see how the nose settles in the end—that’s the real test, right?

Why isn't anyone talking about Zambelli?

Well, it's been about a month and a half since my surgery, and honestly, the nose looks perfect—totally natural. I'm beyond happy with Dr. Smith!😁

Just wanted to check in and let you guys know how everything went... I have to say, I’m really happy with the progress. There’s already such a huge difference, though it's probably too early to talk final results since it’s only been about a month and a half. I still feel a little bit of soreness when I'm washing my face or just touching it, hehehe
Btw, I never had a massive nose to begin with, but it was basically just a tiny line and a little bump. It wasn't a disaster or anything, but I could barely even see it properly...
Honestly, I am so pleased with Dr. Smith and the whole crew. They are just wonderful. I truly think he’s the kind of doctor who doesn't need to shout about himself through ads—he's old school like that. On the flip side, I wasn't impressed by Dr. Jones at all. I mean, why pay that kind of money only to deal with someone so arrogant? Not a chance for me😁

Just wanted to jump in here and share how things are going after my surgery...
Yesterday I finally had my nose job done. Honestly, I didn't feel much pain at all, except maybe right before I went to sleep, but then I just took some Advil and felt totally fine. It’s day two now, so there’s a little swelling, but I’m up and moving around just fine. The only annoying part is breathing through my nose or smelling anything, but I guess that's expected.😁
To be honest, I decided to go through with this mostly for the aesthetics. Everyone always told me my nose looked perfectly fine, but I just hated it, so I decided to take matters into my own hands and hunt down a great surgeon. My journey involved seeing a few different people—first I had consultations with Dr. Smith, then Dr. Jones, and eventually Dr. Brown. In the end, Dr. Brown was the one who made me feel most confident. He listened to everything I wanted to change, so he’s the one I chose, and I am beyond happy with the results. The whole team there is wonderful, too. One thing I absolutely can't stand is paying a small fortune to someone only for them to act stuck-up or arrogant about their skills. I actually dealt with that exact vibe from Dr. Smith; he was pretty condescending and even tried to lowball me on the pricing, so I walked out of his office immediately!😁