Posts by Rachel Vaughn85

Melissa Mendoza2 said:I can give you the inside scoop since I went through this myself nearly three months ago. If you really want this, just go for it—you won't regret it. I only had a minor correction, so the difference is subtle, which is perfect for me, but I can't even describe how much more liberated I feel... I used to constantly dodge cameras and photographers because I hated my profile, but now... I’m actually proud, relaxed, satisfied, and totally unburdened... I’d do it all over again. Honestly, I'd endure everything just for this feeling. It boosts your confidence, makes you braver, and somehow everything just starts going better in life...

1. Regarding the hospital (private setting), I was only there for two nights since I don't live in the immediate area. If you are local, you might even be able to head home for recovery just a few hours after surgery. The procedure itself doesn't hurt at all—absolutely nothing. You just drift off and wake up with a splint on your nose. The surgery lasts maybe 30 minutes, depending on how complex it is, but you'll likely wake up a few hours later... I honestly don't remember much about being under anesthesia, because when you wake up, you're totally disoriented. You have no idea what time it is, what month it is, or what year it even is. For me, it felt like I had been asleep for months.
By the time I came to, I realized my surgery was at 10 AM, and by around 3 PM, I was back in my room watching TV.
As for nausea, I didn't deal with any, though I guess that depends on the person.

Like I said, there's no pain, but it's possible you'll get some bruising under your eyes that looks pretty gnarly. Mine completely vanished after 15 days, and after that, you're just slightly swollen, but nobody even notices.

You wear a plastic splint for 7 days, and you get the nasal packing removed on day 2. That's definitely the worst part of the whole thing. It doesn't hurt, but it is incredibly uncomfortable, and some girls I was with actually felt nauseous because of it—they couldn't quite pull themselves together... so just a heads-up... everything else is fine. You just have to power through that little bit, but once you see the results, you won't regret a thing.

2. Price varies depending on which doctor you choose, but here's my advice... don't just pick whoever is the cheapest. It could end up costing you way more if they mess up and you have to pay for revisions. If you're planning this, don't be stingy. Pick a surgeon with tons of experience. I paid $1,850 total ($1,600 for the surgery + $250 for the two days at the facility).

3. As far as age limits go, I think it's 18.

Good luck!! 😉

Donna Johnson16 said:🙂 How on earth did you interpret that from what was written?

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Donna Johnson16 said:Sure, maybe some minor tweaks will fly, but if you go for an extreme makeover like the one in the example above, I wouldn't be surprised if your students start giving you a hard time. 🤣

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Sandra Green81 said:Why don't you guys just post pictures? For those of us actually looking for options, we need to see firsthand what things look like with specific doctors. Honestly, I'm terrified of ending up with something like this:

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/967...5713555100.jpg

coppertrucker13 said:Haha, what did you hear? I didn't hear anything bad about him.
I paid $3667, the accommodation seems to be around $50 a night, but I stayed in a private rental. 🙂
Good luck with the search, fingers crossed!=)

coppertrucker13 said:Just wanted to check in and give you guys an update! :-).
I just had surgery with Dr. Tončić, and he basically performed a miracle on my nose. I’d had this bump from a fall when I was a kid that really messed up my profile.
Let me give you the quick rundown of how it all went down.
Here's the deal:
I went in for a consultation the day before the procedure and sat down with Mr. Tončić. He walked me through the whole process—exactly what can be done and what I should realistically expect from the results. The conversation was actually really pleasant. My mom came along with me too (I'm an adult, obviously, but she was there for moral support)😁 — and just to address someone asking about Dr. Tončić earlier: No, minors cannot get surgery without parental consent. Parents have to sign off because they're legally responsible for you since a minor isn't considered fully independent yet.

boldgardener14 said:I was honestly a little skeptical at first too... I actually posted on Reddit while I was still trying to decide between him and Boric. Now, I'm really glad things turned out this way. I ended up finding out about him through a friend. 🙂 Good luck with whichever one you end up choosing! 😍

boldgardener14 said:I didn't really get it either until I actually visited his clinic. It's called Barbel..
I'm taking off my last four patches tomorrow and I honestly feel like a whole new person 🙂 🙂 🙂 Looking back, I was terrified after reading all those threads on Reddit—some people had amazing results and others had total nightmares, so I just couldn't trust anything I read. That is, until I went in and talked to him. He truly gives you enough time, listens to everything you have to say, and everyone there is just super chill 🙂

Donna Johnson16 said:http://www.barbel-plasticsurgery.com/index.php/operator

As far as I can tell, you can only see the photos if you go to his clinic in person; I don't think they have them posted on the website.

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boldgardener14 said:Hey Reddit users,
since I've been lurking on this subreddit for months and have read through basically everything here, I just wanted to write a quick update after my surgery. Maybe this will help someone out...
I was torn between Dr. Boric and Dr. Kincl for a while, but I finally pulled the trigger on Kincl..
I did all the standard tests and brought in all the paperwork, and my surgery was scheduled for last Monday at 9 AM. I mainly went through with it for aesthetic reasons (my bridge was too long, a bit hooked, had a barely noticeable bump, and worst of all, a drooping tip—so whenever I laughed, I looked like an eagle in profile!), and I found out along the way that I had a deviated septum too, so... two birds with one stone. 🙂
The procedure lasted about 2 or 3 hours, and I woke up in my room feeling zero pain.. I don't really remember getting to my bed, but at that moment, I just cared that everything went smoothly.. Naturally, the first thing I reached for was a mirror.. Between the plastic, the tape, and the gauze, I couldn't see anything except a tiny little tip of a nose.. I didn't even have bruises until day 3. Then I just got two little spots on my cheekbones and some light discoloration under my eyes.. The only thing that actually bothered me was the packing. I had that removed 4 days later and it went fine.. It took maybe 15 minutes, and the doctor was actually really happy because there wasn't any blood on the sponges, just clear mucus.. Man, that first breath! Pure bliss.. Of course, that didn't last long.. By that evening, my nose was already fully functional, so I started the rinsing and stuff.. Today, 8 days post-op, I finally took off the plastic and saw it... It is the cutest little nose! 🙂 I am absolutely over the moon.. My bridge is shorter, the tip is lifted, and the whole length is straight... just like in the photos! And most importantly.. it fits perfectly with the rest of my face! My biggest fear was ending up with some tiny pig nose that wouldn't match my features, but it turned out amazing! 🙂 I'm beyond satisfied.. Everyone at the clinic was just incredible; the nurse and the doctor gave me their contact info right after the surgery so I could reach them anytime, day or night, and I seriously can't praise them enough. I'm so glad I went with him; if I hadn't, I might be crying right now 🙂 .I wanted to share this with you all while I'm still riding this high, and I hope it helps someone.. 🙂 🙂 🙂

Rachel Vaughn85 said:Hey! 🙂
We're all waiting on those results and hearing how everything went! 😁
Where did you go exactly, who was the doctor, and what was the final outcome?
Wishing you a super fast recovery! 😍

coppertrucker13 said:Thanks for all the support, everyone! I just finished my surgery and everything went great. Now I'm just waiting on the results after my follow-up appointment! 😁

coppertrucker13 said:Hey everyone!
I'm actually heading in for nose surgery with an unknown doctor in a few days. The consultation went great—they were really straightforward and easy to talk to, no sugarcoating anything, so I'm hoping everything goes smoothly. Wish me luck! 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

Rachel Fisher97 said:Thanks, I'll definitely let you know how it goes. Fingers crossed! 😉

Rachel Fisher97 said:To be honest, I’d be pretty terrified of private clinics too. At the end of the day, a hospital is a hospital. The doctors working in public facilities deal with much more intense, high-stakes cases than anyone you'd find at a private practice, so I guess they’re just more experienced overall.
Honestly, I’ve heard that so many people are walking around with a deviated septum without even realizing it. Take me, for example—up until about three years ago, I never once thought I had any breathing issues. Then the headaches started hitting me, and I guess I never even suspected that a deviation like THAT could be the actual cause. 🙂I honestly thought I was just dealing with a sinus infection or something similar, but the doctor took one look at me and said right away that surgery is the only way to fix this.
So, I've got a leftward deviation, an empty columella, and a whole bunch of other issues—plus a hump. 😁
You’ve got nothing to lose. Just go get checked out. Even if everything turns out to be fine, you might actually have a deviated septum or something. Just go. 😁 😁

Rachel Fisher97 said:The main reason I actually went in for an exam was health-related. I’ve been dealing with these brutal headaches caused by breathing issues. My doctor recommended surgery and even suggested doing some cosmetic work at the same time. 🙂

Rachel Fisher97 said:I’m heading to Rib in about a month, so I'll let you know how it goes once I've been through it. 🙂)

Rachel Vaughn85 said:Hey everyone 🙂

I've been scrolling through some posts, but honestly, trying to digest 350 pages of info—remembering every single experience, tracking which surgeons have pros and cons, and keeping all those little details straight—is just overwhelming 😕
So, I'm asking for your direct input regarding the surgeons at the Mayo Clinic. In your opinion, who is the absolute best, and who should I definitely avoid?
(In my case, it would strictly be cosmetic—if I can manage that. I have a notch, and it becomes way more noticeable when I smile, so I’d really love to smooth that out).

THANKS so much to anyone willing to help me out with their thoughts and experiences, whether they were good or bad 🙂