Posts by rowdyfalcon35

wiredcrane12 said:I had surgery with Dr. Glusac three years ago and honestly? It was a disaster. I still can't breathe—actually, breathing feels worse now than before the surgery. I went back to see him a few times, but he just insists everything is fine and refuses to admit any mistake was made. The aesthetics aren't great either, but that's secondary right now. I went to see Dr. Cikojevica at Mayo Clinic for a consultation, and he said if I want to actually breathe again, I need another surgery. My septum is straight, but the tip of my nose is blocking the airflow. Visually, the nose looks bumpy, but the bridge is so diminished that my glasses won't even stay on. The doctor said one side of my nose collapsed slightly and needs to be rebuilt using cartilage from the septum. Dr. Glusac really seemed trustworthy, but I guess not every surgery goes perfectly. Still, it wasn't okay how he spent two years making me feel like I was crazy when everything was "fine" instead of owning the error. Good luck to everyone...

Your post actually scares me. I’m having trouble breathing after my surgery too, though it’s been two and a half years since mine, so who knows... I was also operated on by him. For the first time, I can breathe through both nostrils, even if the left side is weaker, but I don't feel air reaching my upper sinuses like I used to. The pain was intense and I have massive swelling. He told me my nose structure was compromised during the procedure because of a bad injury I had as a kid, and that I wouldn't breathe properly until the mucosa heals this summer, with things being "ideal" by next summer. 🤷 I really hope I'm not just imagining things. I've realized he just doesn't like admitting when he's wrong, and that's just not right.

Amy Richardson86 said:ugh😉
My nose only goes numb if I actually bump it. It wasn't numb at all just from smiling. It was numb to the touch for the first three weeks, though. Not anymore.

I look like a toothless old lady when I try to smile😁
it tingles like crazy inside, and now that I can't even laugh properly, everything is just hilarious to me😂

Amy Richardson86 said:Hey everyone😉

Just checking in. It’s almost been a month since my nose surgery. Honestly? That first month felt like an eternity. But look, I'll tell you straight: don't stress about how you look right after the procedure. I spent so much time worrying, but the nose starts looking better and more natural way faster than you'd think. I am totally happy with how it looks now. It fits my face perfectly. I actually look brighter, more open, and less tired. Before, because of my old nose, I always looked completely exhausted and sad. My nose was pretty long, my face is long too, and the broken bones made it look really deformed. Now? I'm beyond thrilled. There's still a little swelling on the sides and at the bridge that needs to settle down, but I'm happy.
So, if you're getting ready for nose surgery, just remember: give yourself time to get used to the new look. Yeah, you're going to be annoyed by the swelling and the weird shape at first, but it's part of the recovery. You can't skip it. Just trust me—it passes, and you're left with a beautiful nose. 😍
Kisses and hugs to all!😍

Can you smile from ear to ear yet? And is your nose still tingling at the bridge?

Donna Bennett73 said:No, I’m breathing way better after the surgery. One nostril was always blocked, but now both sides are wide open. Honestly, like I said before, I feel like I'm breathing in the fresh mountain air of the Rockies. The amount of oxygen I'm getting is insane.🙂

I’m breathing through both sides too, but honestly, it feels weird. Like everything is muffled or heavy. There's this constant rushing sound whenever I inhale. Is that actually normal? Tomorrow marks exactly two weeks since my surgery.

Does breathing feel the same to you now as it did before the surgery?

Hey everyone, how long did it take before you were actually allowed to blow your nose after surgery?

Brenda Green10 said:Hey everyone
Can anyone help me out? I have a deviated septum, and I really don't want to do the surgery at a hospital—I'd rather go private. But, I'm only 17. Is being that young a huge deal when it comes to this kind of procedure? It's making breathing such a struggle, not to mention my insecurities about how it looks. 🙂
I was looking into Mayo Clinic or maybe a specialist in NYC? Does anyone have an idea of what the cost might look like?

My advice? Just hold off for a few more years. You're way too young for this, and there's a massive chance the deviation will just come back because your nasal bones keep changing until you're around 21. If it's JUST the breathing issue bothering you, then just get it done at a hospital. Why pay extra for nothing when it's a routine procedure for them? Now, if you're looking for cosmetic changes, that's a whole different story.

My nose is looking better every single day. It’s natural, beautiful, and I can finally breathe easily. It’ll take a bit more time for the lining to fully heal since they had to do four procedures all at once—the hospital told me it usually takes at least two separate surgeries—and the lining was already pretty damaged from years of using drops and sprays. But for the first time in my life, I can actually breathe through both nostrils! Dr. Glusac is a total genius. I honestly can’t believe that just ten days ago I had one of the ugliest noses on the planet, and now I’m staring at this beauty! 😍Big thanks to rustygardener172 for the photos and the recommendation 🙂)))))))) To anyone sitting on the fence: do it. Yeah, it’s rough and the recovery is a grind, but trust me, if you're in the hands of a great doctor, it is absolutely worth it. 🙂

Has anyone else dealt with their nose looking way too thin after surgery? Does it eventually shape back out?

Also, there's this awful whistling sound whenever I breathe. Everyone around me can hear it. Is that normal, and how long does it take to stop?