Posts by urbanbadger1

Look, I know someone who had Glumicic basically "ruin" her nose, if I’m being totally blunt about it. I’m not saying he hasn't done some beautiful work, but honestly, he’s had some really unfortunate results too. That’s just the honest truth. It’s just that people don't usually talk about those fails openly on forums anymore; they mostly stick to private messages or talking offline at different venues.

She had this minor issue where her nose ended up slightly crooked, and a little bump formed on the nasal cartilage when viewed from a semi-profile angle—just like a tiny hump.
Later on, Glumicic explained to her that she absolutely shouldn't let anyone just "sand down" that bump, because that was all she actually wanted; she was perfectly happy with how her nose looked from the front and overall. He told her that's not how it works and that it would ruin her entire nose—that the whole thing needed to be restructured from the bridge down. He promised he'd make a tiny, subtle change that she’d love, but that nobody else would even notice. As it turns out, that wasn't actually true, because surgeons elsewhere don't necessarily have to redo the entire nose, though you definitely need a skilled hand to pull it off. The end result? Her profile looks worse, and from the front, her nose looks way too upturned and feminine, which she hates. They removed too much cartilage, leaving a weird bump right at the tip. Basically, her profile looks like a slide now—shortened at the top when seen from a semi-profile view. It’s not like he completely disfigured her, but globally speaking, her nose looks worse than before, and I don't think anyone would be happy with that final outcome.

I’m not trying to scare anyone off or anything, I just want to point out that none of our surgeons can give you a 100% guarantee that you'll be satisfied or that everything will turn out exactly how you pictured it. With rhinoplasty, there are so many unpredictable variables, from the healing process to how the internal structures and cartilage knit back together during and after surgery. When you're working with Glumicic, you have to hammer out every single detail, otherwise you might end up with a nose that's sliced wrong on the profile, looking like a literal slide. And honestly, there have been plenty of noses like that—some might suit certain people, but for others, they definitely don't.

There’s just so much connected to this that they’re actively dodging the whole thing, and they definitely aren't going to be looking to him for any kind of review.

Betty Edwards22 said:I mean, anything is technically possible, but honestly, you really can't know for sure until a doctor actually examines you in person.

If I were you, I'd try to find someone as far away from Dr. Davor Đepine as possible because, man, I have never met a more arrogant doctor in my life. He won't give you any actual answers; he'll probably just kick you out of his office before you can even finish your sentence.

Amy Grant37 said:Hey everyone! 🙂)))

So, after lurking on this forum for a few days, I finally decided to just jump in and register.
While I was reading through everything, I noticed a ton of people raving about Tončić, which actually helped me make my decision to go with him for my surgery.
I've got my date set for November 17th. It's strictly cosmetic—I've just always been self-conscious about my profile and how my nose looks from the side.
Look, I'm realistic; I know no surgeon out of a hundred procedures is going to have a one-hundred percent perfect track record every single time, but if anyone here has any critiques or bad experiences they want to share, please feel free to post them or just shoot me a private message.

Also, if anyone has tips on what supplies or stuff I should grab to have ready before or after the surgery, I would seriously appreciate the help.

Thanks!

From what I've personally seen with my own eyes—and honestly, some total disasters—I've seen bad results from Glušac (twice) and Tončić (six times). So, I definitely wouldn't recommend either of them to anyone.

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Regarding Glumičić, all I know for sure is that the guy is absolutely slammed. People fly in from everywhere—the Netherlands, Australia, Canada, even right here in the States—and it’s all through word-of-mouth referrals. From what I hear, he actually charges a premium for those international patients, way more than what he charges us locals. In my opinion, though, he really knows his stuff, whether we're talking about facelifts, implants, blepharoplasty, or whatever else gets discussed on this forum.

And that brings us to the real issue: since he’s basically drowning in work because people are coming at him from every corner of the globe—like those wealthy socialites from Europe looking for breast augmentations and all that—he just doesn't have the capacity. I actually have a friend who went to see him because she wanted a rhinoplasty; she was honestly willing to drop up to $2,200 just for the correction, but he wouldn't even take her on. He told her straight up that he already has more than enough business, and her nose would require way too much heavy lifting—things like lifting the tip, reducing the bridge, straightening the septum, and narrowing the width—so he simply said he wasn't interested in taking it on. He didn't deny he could do it, mind you; he explicitly said he had the skill to do everything she wanted, but he just wouldn't do it. He was blunt about the fact that her nose was quite prominent and needed a lot of work, and since he has the luxury of picking and choosing his patients, he always opts for the simpler cases, like just shaving off a small hump or slightly tweaking a nasal tip.

To be honest, I totally get where he's coming from. He’s built himself into a legitimate brand, and as a surgeon, he's top-tier. I think he's a great resource if you just need an initial consultation or a solid second opinion on a nose job or something similar, mostly because he's so busy that he won't make empty promises. That’s a huge difference compared to some other surgeons out there who are super indecisive and calculated with their answers. If you notice that kind of behavior, you should definitely steer clear.

Look, we’re living in the 21st century here; you really shouldn't feel pressured to just walk into Zambelli just because they happen to be located in your neck of the woods. Rhinoplasty isn't some minor tweak—it's a serious procedure, and there are so many variables involved that can go sideways. Honestly, I'm totally on board with what everyone else is saying: you should strictly look for someone who specializes specifically in ENT if you're going this route. I mean, kudos to Zambelli for being a legend and all, but for the massive amount of money he's asking for, you could easily find way more skilled rhinoplasty specialists elsewhere.

Taylor Robinson2 said:like someone else mentioned earlier... I’ve actually been thinking about getting nose surgery too, but I’d definitely go private (I’m looking into Dr. Glusac), because my goal isn't even about aesthetics. It's purely functional—I end up breathing through my mouth all year round, and once allergy season hits with the ragweed and everything else, it just becomes totally unbearable... my only real fear is that I won't end up with my original nose shape, which is straight, narrow, and pretty symmetrical. Is there any way at all to keep that "old" look?

Honestly, if you had spent even a little bit of time reading through the previous posts, you’d realize that Glusac might not be your best bet here. If you went to him, besides $5333 you'd probably end up losing half the bone structure he ended up taking out from that one girl. Seriously, check out Firulama, Vinogradska, or Dubrava instead; there are plenty of high-quality surgeons over there.

I mean, I don't really know what to say about Dr. Anthony Fauci, but all I know is that he didn't do my cousin any favors. He took off the bump, sure, but he didn't actually touch the tip or the width, so she’s still stuck with that potato nose. So, honestly, he can tell you whatever he wants during those consultations, but that's just talk. The real issue is what he's actually going to do once you're on the table, and more importantly, how the whole thing is actually going to look in the end.

So, I headed over to Glumičić yesterday for a consultation just to get some basic info, since they wouldn't tell me a damn thing over the phone or via email. I walk into the office, but man, what stopped me dead in my tracks was the price 🙂 The cost for a basic rhinoplasty $6333. It’s 19 grand. I mean, it used to be 12, then recently it was hovering around 15 or 16. Honestly, looking at what us regular folks actually pull in for a paycheck...
. 🤷 And another thing—I was only there for five minutes before I basically walked out on the consult $83, because he actually called in some woman who handles silicone implants who was running late for her own appointment.

Every single year the prices jump by another thousand or two; next time, it’ll probably be at least 20 grand with him. Look, I get it, when you're dealing with this stuff, you want the most experienced surgeon, but this guy is already making bank and doesn't need the extra cash. At this point, I'd honestly rather go to some local doc, maybe someone like Dr. Smith or even a guy at a clinic in a nearby suburb—it's not like their surgical skills are going to be night and day different. Plus, those guys actually take the time to talk to their patients instead of rushing you out the door.

So, here’s what I’m curious about:

1. How long do people actually wear the nasal packing? Some clinic websites say 3-5 days, while others—like at Dr. Glumicic's office—say maybe just two days, so I'm wondering how long you guys actually had yours in and which doctors you saw. I’m guessing it really depends on whether they used an open or closed technique...

2. Once those packs come out, can you actually breathe? I mean, obviously I know there's still going to be mucus and healing wounds inside, but I want to know if you can catch your breath at all, or if it feels like your nose is totally blocked. And speaking of that, someone mentioned you aren't supposed to clean your nose, which makes sense, but I'm wondering if you can at least clear it out a tiny bit, very carefully and gently? (I don't mean blowing your nose hard and messing with everything, but more like using a saline spray or a gentle rinse to softly clear things out)

Could someone walk me through the stages in a bit more detail?

a.) The first few days right after surgery: People say the pain isn't even that bad, and you get pain meds, though they seem mostly hit-or-miss. Is it worth taking them? My main concern is that immediately after the procedure, your nose is super swollen, and all the internal tissue is inflamed and bloody. Plus, with the packing in, you can't breathe through your nose for those 3-5 days, including when you're trying to sleep—is that a huge deal?

b.) And I'm also wondering about the window from day three to day seven—how's the pain level then, and how is sleeping compared to those first couple of days?

c.) I read that the nose stays swollen for several months or even up to half a year, which honestly scared me a bit. But then most people were saying it’s not as bad as it sounds, so I wanted to ask for some specifics. How noticeable is the swelling visually, and how much does it hurt from week two up to a month post-op? Like, if it hurts to touch, how intense is that? Does it mess with your sleep, especially if you're a side sleeper and your nose accidentally brushes against the pillow? Can you actually sleep on your side, even if you try not to let your nose touch the pillow?

Basically, when does the actual pain in the nose finally stop? Can I realistically expect to sleep normally after three weeks and not feel any significant pain, or maybe just some minor, manageable tenderness if I touch it?

Thanks so much for any info you can share!