Posts by mistyeagle4

I figured I’d jump in and share my own experience. I know exactly how much mental gymnastics goes into deciding whether or not to pull the trigger on surgery, so maybe this will help someone out. I’ve been following this thread closely for the last two years, so I wanted to finally weigh in 🙂.

So, I had my surgery with Glumicic. I chose him because he actually took the time to answer my questions and give me real explanations—he didn't just hit me with a dismissive "that won't happen" like the other clinic did. He also didn't act superior during our consultations, which I really appreciated.
Plus, I personally loved the results of the noses he worked on (even though I know some girls weren't fans), so that was the deciding factor for me.
The recovery was definitely uncomfortable, but honestly, it wasn't painful. Having the packing removed is awkward, sure, but it’s nothing like the horror stories you read about online. For anyone heading into surgery, I have two pieces of advice. First, don't look at yourself in the mirror every single day during those first few weeks. There’s no point in staring when there isn't anything you can do to change things; you'll just end up stressing yourself out. Your nose changes constantly during that window—sometimes looking better, sometimes worse, it's hard to tell. Second, a tip I found online: stock up on movies, books, etc. It makes getting through those first few days so much easier. One exception for me was that the bruising lasted quite a while, but that really depends on your body and what the surgeon does (they had to adjust a lot of things for me).
Also, just a heads-up: once they take the cast off, your nose might look gorgeous from the profile, but from the front, it looks kind of square because the cast was compressing it. Don't freak out when you see that 😁.

Anyway, that’s my story. I know there are plenty of bad experiences out there, but personally, my only regret is that I didn't do this sooner. I am so happy with how my nose looks now. It’s not perfect yet (the tip is still pretty swollen), but it is so much better than before.

Good luck!

rustygardener172 said:There’s just no logic here. Someone already pointed out earlier that they would never dream of going to a plastic surgeon for nose surgery unless that person was also an ENT. I wouldn't either!
Folks, seriously, getting a nose job isn't the same thing as getting breast implants. The nose actually has a job to do... breathing!

Uhm, I'm pretty sure breasts have a function too 😉!

But I'm with you on the idea that function matters way more than looks... besides, aesthetics fade as you get older anyway...

Personally, I wouldn't mind having a slightly upturned nose; honestly, it would actually suit my face quite well (I used to have one just like that until halfway through puberty). Plus, when surgeons try to give everyone the exact same nose shape, at least you know exactly what kind of result you're going to get 😁.

Regarding Blankin's nose, I can't quite figure out what those two little bumps on the bridge are. They weren't there immediately after her surgery (and for the record, I think she has a lovely nose), but I've noticed similar things on a few other women who were rumored to have had rhinoplasty too... I have no clue if it's an issue with the nose itself or if it's down to the surgeon... 🤷 Now, if I had the rest of Blankin's body and could jump around like she does, I probably wouldn't be worrying about this nearly as much... 😁

Sophia Hill22 said:I finally started being able to smell things today! WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

p.s. I heard a rumor that Glumičić doesn't actually perform half of his own surgeries. Apparently, he acts more like the manager and the face of the clinic while hiring out other surgeons to do the actual work.

Also, word on the street is he might not even be an ENT specialist? Just a heads up—this could all just be gossip, but maybe those of you who actually go in for appointments could ask if he’s the one performing the procedures himself. 😉

Cek, do you tell people this ahead of time, or do you just get blindsided when you walk into the OR and see a different surgeon standing there?😲
I know he works with Dzepin, but nothing like that came up during my consultation...

And here I was thinking the hardest part would be working up the nerve to actually go through with surgery. Honestly, I'm more terrified of picking the wrong surgeon than anything else.

BTW, does Glusac offer any sort of package deals for people traveling from out of state just for surgery? Like, does the clinic arrange a place to stay while you're recovering and not yet able to take care of yourself, until you're cleared from the casts/splints (or am I going to have to find a hotel where they'll bring me soup through a straw 😁 )???

Sophia Hill22 said:mistyeagle4 - I'm actually hearing about this for the first time - is that supposed to be a permanent side effect? And does it only happen with that specific closed type of procedure?

My skin is looking pretty rough right now and feels super oily, but honestly, I've barely washed my face at all over the last week, so I'm hoping it's just temporary.

Most of the people commenting on these issues are those who had their surgery less than a year ago, so I really don't know if it's a lasting thing... At first, I assumed it was just an issue for women who are older and dealing with loss of skin elasticity, but then I saw a few posts from people in their twenties, which definitely made me worry.

But look, I hate my nose so much that I’m going through with the surgery regardless of any potential side effects 😁 ... I was just curious if anyone else had dealt with stuff like this.

Hey everyone!

I decided to join this thread because, just like many of you, I’ve been planning this surgery for a long time and I simply cannot make up my mind on which surgeon to choose. I went in for consultations with both Glumicic and Tony Stark. To be honest, neither one really blew me away. Glumicic seemed to rush through my questions; I personally prefer a bit more elaboration, especially when I’m paying out of pocket. That said, I did get the sense he actually knows his stuff (unless he was just giving me canned answers). As for Tony Stark, he was incredibly polite and easy to talk to, but he seemed a bit hesitant when answering certain questions. He didn't even bother to check if I had a deviated septum during the exam—which I know I do—and I feel like that should be a pretty standard part of the process, right?

For those of you who went with the closed technique: did you experience any issues with the skin around your eyes post-op? I was browsing MakeMeHeal (the biggest rhinoplasty site I could find), and a lot of people there are reporting wrinkles around the eyes once the swelling and bruising subside. They describe it as the area looking sort of "hollow"—like they have "hollow eyes." Has anyone here dealt with similar issues after working with any of our local surgeons?

Thanks!