Look, hopefully everything turns out absolutely perfect! I’ve shared everything I know and everything I’ve seen—now the ball is in your court... Personally, what really sold me on Dr. Kutovica was how calm he is—he just takes full responsibility for everything and fixes things if they aren't quite right. And honestly, once I saw all his before-and-after photos, there was zero hesitation left... especially after he mentioned that Prof. Racic might be assisting with the surgery—and we all know he's basically the top expert in Miami. People at the hospital are practically fighting over appointments with him; I felt so lucky just to get in! analogotter6, I am dying to hear what you think🙂))))))) Before this, I was losing sleep or having endless dreams about it😉
darktinker93 said:Hey everyone, I've been following this thread—mostly because I'm looking for surgeon recommendations in the Miami area. I met Glusca; he’s definitely an eccentric character, but he seems competent enough. That said, after reading some of the comments here, I'm second-guessing things... Does anyone have other suggestions? Specifically, does anyone know anything about Dr. Lisac? I'm actually looking at a revision surgery—had my first one done abroad about 10 years ago. I need someone with a really delicate touch, and because of my schedule, I can't afford to spend a long time hanging out in the city. Thanks in advance....
You could look into Dr. Kurtović👍—he handles ENT and maxillofacial stuff over on Biokovska Street—and there's also Roju-cisti, a plastic surgeon who works with Vica Grabovac down in Bacvica. Personally, I saw Lisac for some sinus issues. In my opinion, he's way too expensive—plus, he told me my nose was perfectly fine and he wouldn't even touch it... which clearly shows he isn't much of an aesthetician, even if he is a pro when it comes to making sure everything functions properly. Good luck.😉
It’s all very subjective... sometimes even getting a wisdom tooth pulled gets so complicated that a nose job feels like nothing in comparison. In my opinion, you really need to focus most of your attention on the anesthesia—do the prep work, get the consultations, and actually talk to the anesthesiologist directly. You have to lay everything out if you're dealing with any chronic issues, because that can seriously impact how the surgery goes and how you feel during recovery. I know someone who had this tiny little bump that made her nose look wide; we were all like, "Why would she even bother?"—but I can't tell you how much that tiny tweak changed her whole face. It refined everything, and more importantly, she is just so much happier with herself now. For instance, even I didn't realize it until I played around with some light Photoshop on a photo of myself—how much better my eyes, lips, and cheekbones look when my nose is a bit smaller. Here’s another trivial thing... a close friend of mine is gorgeous, but she practically has invisible eyelashes. I can’t even describe how much more striking she looks once she puts on extensions; it’s like a total transformation... and honestly, if she could just "cement" them on permanently, she totally would. Basically, I'm saying it's those little details that make the massive difference—in this case, a huge positive one.😉))) As for the whole being naked thing—when I had sinus surgery at the hospital, they only stripped me down to my waist. But at a private cosmetic clinic? They didn't even undress me; they just gave me one of those flimsy gowns to wear over my sweats. So yeah, this idea that you have to be completely exposed during surgery is total nonsense. One more thing—for anyone actually looking to get surgery, don't go obsessing over YouTube videos or watching the actual procedure. It's pointless. You just drift off to sleep and wake up feeling a bit groggy, having no idea what they actually did to you. The result is what matters. If you have questions, use this forum—people here actually want to help and explain things... and that should be more than enough for you!
Nicole Ruiz96 said:This might be a bit off-topic, but I guess it’s somewhat related to the thread, so here goes... I was wondering if any of you have ever done a non-surgical nose job using dermal fillers (like Juvederm, Radiesse, etc.)? Honestly, I don't want to go under the knife—I have zero issues breathing—but there's this tiny bump that shows up when I'm in profile (it looks fine from the front). So, my question is: what's the actual procedure like? Does all that needlework hurt much? And how much does it run? 🙂
I think you're basically just filling in a dip or smoothing out a transition, but it won't actually get rid of a bump... if that thing really bothers you, you're going to need surgery. And honestly, trying to use something like Juvederm to lift the whole bridge just to match the height of your bump so it looks uniform? That makes zero sense. I know those methods are used quite a bit during revision surgeries because usually the bones haven't fused yet—so you can get a nice transition down to the tip... but not for this. I know an actor who uses that method—you should probably give a clinic in Beverly Hills a call... They say it doesn't hurt too bad... maybe around $3 $0.00
It’s probably still swollen since it hasn't been long enough, but honestly, the profile looks just... off. Don't get me wrong—I'm not a fan of that tiny, doll-like nose look on grown women either—but this is way over the top. He definitely should have gone another half-inch smaller. If I saw someone looking like this without any context, I'd tell them they need an aesthetic touch-up immediately. It's bizarre!!!😕Seriously, And the doctor clearly thinks this is free advertising—since he'll be all over the TV screens—but at this rate, it's going to backfire and become a total PR nightmare!
Guys, I'm looking at these photos from that singer's new nose job... and honestly? My God. You wouldn't even guess she went under the knife. It just looks huge—way too high and prominent... Vrsak is fine. But everything else👎
What do you all think about it?🤷 I don't really care about her personally—she can do whatever she wants—but since we're all over here dissecting plastic surgery and doctors, this just looks like a total disaster to me.!!!!!!
Watching this whole Ava Karabatic surgery saga on the red Carpet, and I honestly can't wrap my head around the idea that they used to perform stuff like this on us while we were fast asleep back in the day.😉))) When you're watching it play out, you wouldn't even dream of going under the knife—but apparently, it’s actually pretty straightforward. I’m genuinely curious to see how the final look turns out!!😂 That doctor seems kind of nice, though.🙂
analogotter6 said:I ended up pushing my surgery back by a month—and honestly, the only reason I’m sticking with Glusac is because he’s close to home. That's pretty much it.🤷I was scrolling through some stuff online and came across Kurtović—but honestly, nobody on this forum has actually mentioned visiting them. Does anyone here have first-hand experience? I know there are some incredible plastic surgeons in Miami besides the ones at the main hospital, so if you have any recommendations, let me know. Also, what’s the word on Kurtović? Is the reputation actually legit? On a different note, the OB-GYN department over at Salus gets pretty glowing reviews from everyone I talk to.🙂🙂🙂 Hey there.
I ended up having surgery with Kurtovica.😉)) Shoot me a DM. I’ve got nothing but respect for him and his crew—he’s running point on the surgery along with Dr. Racic, who’s basically the head of ENT over at the big hospital in Miami and a professor at the medical school.
loneotter47 said:I honestly think anyone who’s actually been under Glusac’s knife is going to be seriously disappointed—this guy has zero clue what he's doing, and there's always some convenient excuse for why things went sideways. It's never his fault, obviously.
He just talks in circles constantly, puffing himself up with all this chatter just to hike his prices and try to "impress" people.
It should be the exceptions who aren't happy, right? But with him, it's the opposite—the exceptions are the ones who are actually satisfied...
Did he screw you over too? I wrote about this ages ago—he really messed up one of my friends, but somehow he managed to talk her into believing it wasn't his fault. Reading this now, I can't even believe it... clearly, the pattern is repeating itself. It's pathetic. He targets women from Miami because they're close by—it's just easier to stay local after surgery rather than traveling to Washington, D.C., Cleveland, or Opati. In Miami, you have options at Salus or with Dr. Kurtovica, but since they don't run aggressive ad campaigns, it seems like Glusac's marketing is working—otherwise, people would realize he's not the only option near Miami.
quiettiger21 said:I actually had surgery at KBD, but unfortunately ended up with the wrong doctor—total waste of time. That said, I did hear from the hospital staff that Dr. Ožegović is actually quite good.
Vinogradski, Djepina, and Bedekovic-cula are my top picks, hands down. I personally went to see Djepina for a consultation, and honestly, he was wonderful... I have all these issues with my nasal function, so that’s what we focused on. He was so intuitive that he just casually mentioned, "While you're here, I could put together a great profile for you." I couldn't believe it—I hadn't even asked him anything—but he professionally noticed a tiny bump that I hadn't even brought up. In the end, I opted to have the actual surgery done in St because it was just way more convenient for me, but that doctor definitely left a lasting impression.
This doesn't really have anything to do with what's going on with me right now, but watching this thread unfold, I noticed a lot of people constantly asking about the different types of anesthesia—so I figured I’d just copy-paste some info from a decent medical site. Hopefully, this helps anyone currently staring down the barrel of an upcoming surgery.🙂
1. Local anesthesia involves injecting a local anesthetic directly into the tissue surrounding and within the surgical field. The only painful part is the initial needle prick and the medication application itself. After a short while, the sensation of pain vanishes, though you might still feel a faint sense of touch. Only then does the actual procedure begin in that numbed area. The numbness usually wears off in two to three hours, and if you're feeling discomfort after that, you can take whatever over-the-counter pain relievers you have on hand. 2. Local anesthesia with sedation combines the method described above with a sedative administered intravenously. To make this happen, an IV line is placed in a vein in your wrist or elbow before the local anesthetic is given. This allows for the delivery of the sedative, which makes you feel pleasantly drowsy or puts you into a light sleep where you can still chat with the surgeon or anesthesiologist. All your protective reflexes—things like coughing, sneezing, and swallowing—remain fully intact. Once the procedure wraps up, the medication is stopped, and you'll be wide awake within 30 minutes to an hour. Just a heads-up: don't drive, use heavy machinery, take any psychoactive meds (like sedatives, hypnotics, antipsychotics, or antidepressants), or drink alcohol for the rest of the day. 3. General anesthesia is a process using drugs designed to induce complete unconsciousness, painlessness, and muscle relaxation during the procedure. It involves setting up an IV infusion and administering medications that specifically target the central nervous system and muscles. During general anesthesia, your airway needs protection, which is handled by placing an endotracheal tube into the trachea. The process itself is painless, as it only begins once the hypnotic drugs have sent you into a deep sleep. Like the other methods, general anesthesia is safe because the anesthesiologist monitors your vital signs and organ functions (heart rate, blood pressure, EKG, temperature, oxygen saturation, and lung function) the entire time. You'll receive an oxygen-enriched air mixture, and the IV ensures you get enough electrolytes and glucose. Once the surgery is done, they stop the medication and you wake up. Afterward, you'll need to stay under medical supervision for about 3 to 4 hours while they continue to monitor your vitals. Once the drugs wear off, you can take pain medication if needed. Again, don't drive, operate electrical equipment, take psychoactive drugs (sedatives, hypnotics, antipsychotics, antidepressants), or consume alcohol for the remainder of the day.
mellowraven14 said:Look, I’ve been lurking here for a month now, following all these threads. I’m actually on my third nose job in the States—had the last one just a month ago. Now, when everything should be settling down, this damn cartilage at the bridge of my nose suddenly starts swelling up. I can't wrap my head around it; I literally had surgery for this exact same thing two years ago. I think George Robinson58 dealt with something similar... the tip looks great, but there's still this bump that isn't just going to vanish. They're saying they have to shave it down again and use some kind of implant—like a little shim or something—to get it level. Nothing makes sense anymore and honestly, I'm spiraling because I have no idea what the end result is even going to look like. George Robinson58, please, send me some photos so I can see what happened with yours. I'll send mine over to you.
analogotter6 said:You can actually get a handle on acne if you just use Aknet solution—basically, clean your face first and then dab the Aknet on. A few months back, I had this total disaster with some local esthetician, and after the treatment, my skin looked like an absolute breeding ground for breakouts (huge whiteheads, I swear I could practically watch them grow)—gross, God forbid anyone goes through that. But honestly, it helped me out big time afterward. On my dermatologist's advice, I went to see Marina at Modern Aesthetics, and now my skin is smooth as a baby's—zero blemishes left. PS: I think I read somewhere that you're from Miami, so I really hope Aknet and Marina work their magic for you.
Thanks so much for the advice... I'm feeling way better now.😉 Hopefully, everything starts getting back to normal soon! POZZZZ
Grace Kern3 said:I guess I really am... though George Robinson58 did say maybe this nose actually suits me perfectly.🤷 Honestly, what I meant to say was that he delivered exactly what I asked for—I can't even compare my results to any of those other celebrities who went to him. Usually, I’d say everything went smoothly for me, but hearing all your stories makes me realize just how painless my recovery actually was—especially the post-op stage.😁 I didn't have any issues with skin issues, bruising, shape changes, or that weird swelling that comes and goes, or the dark circles... Are you guys doing lymphatic drainage? And are you massaging the nose yourselves? I'm convinced that the lymphatic massage is the only reason I didn't deal with all that swelling.
I definitely like about 5 or 6 noses done by Disney... one belongs to Mile Horvat, another to Zanamari Lalic, and a third to Marija Cvitanovic... I did the drainage thing, but nothing is touching these dark circles under my eyes—I'm basically living on concealer at this point. Anyway, during a check-up the other day, the doctor told me my cartilage—specifically at the bridge—is extremely thick. He said cartilage is tricky; for some people, it gets thicker in certain spots, creating scar tissue; for others, it swells, or it might even dip down and look sunken, requiring fillers to level it out. He mentioned he'll know exactly what the next steps are in three months... maybe a revision surgery to thin out that cartilaginous part, since my body just seems prone to that kind of thickening. I never thought a nose job would drive me this crazy, but here we are. I guess I'll just wait and see if things settle down...
Maria Doyle97 said:Hey everyone, what’s the word on Dr. Ivo Džepina? I saw him mentioned in the news today—has anyone actually been in to see him lately?
He works alongside Disney—honestly, I’ve heard nothing but glowing reviews about him. There’s this little rumor floating around, though, that at their clinic, Disney basically handles all the heavy lifting while Ivo focuses on other things... and that Ivo mostly spends his time fixing everyone else's mistakes. But seriously, everything I’ve ever heard about him has been top-tier, so if that’s the guy you want, go ahead and ask for him by name.
Amy Williams34 said:I wasn't some complicated case, and nothing went wrong during the surgery itself. It’s just that this guy completely ignored everything I asked for—he just did what he always does and "stamped out" the same old look. 😠 It might look fine on someone else, but on me? It's a total disaster. It was Disney. Now I have to wait a full year before I can even think about a revision, and who knows what they'll try to do to fix it next time.😕 I'd love to hear from anyone who had to get their nose fixed after an initial surgery! I wouldn't go near him even if my life depended on it!!![/QUO
I'm in the exact same boat (unfortunately)
Good grief... seriously, what else is there to say?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Grace Kern3 said:Look, I don't think you can just generalize like that since everyone's experience is different🤣 and I actually had my surgery done by Unknown—he’s the only one I’ve known for over 10 years, and I was beyond happy with him, both in terms of how he treats his patients and the actual results. I have nothing but praise for him. He didn't just follow some cookie-cutter template; he did exactly what I wanted, and the result looks completely natural. No one ever even realized I’d had a nose job unless I told them (except for people who already knew). I was never ashamed of it either—I didn't hide it, and whenever I mentioned it, people couldn't believe it was "plastic surgery." A few months later during a follow-up, he even suggested I could use injections to narrow it further if I wanted, but I turned it down because that would have made it look fake. He also didn't give me some pig-like, overly narrow nose where my nostrils stick out like a mandrill; he just straightened it, removed the bump, fixed the deviation, and kept it really "refined." I am truly thrilled, which is why I felt the need to write this—call it a defense of his work, I guess—because for some reason, he’s constantly being dragged and insulted, yet I know at least three other people who went to him and were totally satisfied (and it wasn't just for noses).
Unknown was an option for me too. I have nothing against him, but you have to admit his noses (not sure about other procedures) have a bit of a signature look, which is fine in its own way. But honestly, it doesn't make sense—it's not logical to see the exact same nose on someone who's 5'1" and someone who's 5'10"... whether it's on a narrow face or a wide one, or on someone with full lips versus thin lips, right?!! Maybe that specific style just happened to fit your face perfectly, so everything worked out, and I'm glad you're happy.😉 Here's a simple analogy... you go to a hairstylist and they tell you that bangs or chin-length hair would look great on you because you have a narrow face and a nice neck... but for someone with a small forehead, a wide head, or a thick neck, that style would look absolutely terrible. And keep in mind, hair grows back... you can wear a headband or a clip... but what are you supposed to do with a nose?!!! Go back in for another surgery??? Unbelievable. I feel like surgeons should be given some creative freedom—after all, they are aesthetic specialists—but at the end of the day, our wishes should still be respected!!!
Amy Williams34 said:I wasn't some complicated case, and nothing went wrong during the surgery itself. It’s just that this guy completely ignored everything I asked for—all my preferences and goals—and just did what he always does: churning out those same cookie-cutter shapes. 😠 It might look fine on someone else, but on me? It looks terrible. The surgeon was Unknown. Now I have to wait a whole year before I can even think about fixing my nose again, and who knows what kind of procedure they'll have to pull then.😕 I am definitely open to advice from anyone who had to go back for a revision after their first nose job! And please, don't suggest going back to him—not even in my wildest dreams.
He really does just stick to those off-the-rack shapes... Honestly, it's usually better if they leave you with a bit too much—it's easy enough to slim things down later. But having to deal with what happened to you? That's a nightmare. Now you're looking at a full reconstruction, probably needing a cartilage graft.😢((
Kenneth Harris27 said:So, is this one of those open procedures? How long until I can actually leave the house and just use some makeup to hide the bruising? (I read that it takes about 6 months to get the final shape, but I really want to know how soon I can be out in public without the swelling being super obvious... because I’m not looking for a massive transformation, nor do I want people who aren't even involved to notice anything) btw, thanks so much for the answer. 🙂
I was already out—just running errands at the grocery store and stuff—after about 12 days. Honestly, if I had started using Heparin sooner, I probably could have gone out even earlier. It really does work on those bruises... A lot of it is just in your head, too—you obsess and convince yourself everyone is staring at you, when they really aren't. In my opinion, after three weeks you'll be totally fine, even though the nose keeps changing shape—but that's something only you will notice.🙂 In the morning it looks swollen, then it settles down during the day, then suddenly it feels thicker and you see a bump, then it looks wider, then narrower... And then I'll ask my mom—who tells me it looks exactly the same as always—and that's when it hits you just how "obsessed" we are with this nose. But hey, that's exactly why we went under the knife in the first place, right? Because we notice every single tiny detail.