Posts by rustygardener172

Megan Moore76 said:I’m still totally lost whenever you guys bring up Dr. Tončić—which one are we actually talking about here? The younger one or the older one?🤷 You know, the one who does the consultations versus the one who actually handles the surgery? I was reading some posts on this forum saying a few girls saw the younger guy for their initial checkup, but then the older guy ended up performing the actual operation. That makes zero sense to me. Shouldn't the surgeon be the same person handling the patient from the start?🤷

So, back when I went in for my own consultation (about a year ago), here’s how it went down: I booked everything over the phone, showed up, and the younger Tončić was the one who examined me. When I asked the nurse where the older one was, she just told me he was on vacation. She explained they both work different shifts... so it really just depends on which one you feel more comfortable consulting with. But apparently, you can specifically request an appointment with the older doctor if that's what you want. When I pressed her on who would actually be operating on me, she said they operate together, because the younger guy isn't doing solo surgeries yet. And right before the procedure, you get to hash out all the details with both of them.

Then again, I saw someone post recently saying the younger guy operated on them all by himself and did a killer job. So, clearly, he’s getting his reps in and starting to fly solo.

But honestly? They can promise you the moon and stars... once you're knocked out under anesthesia, you have absolutely no clue who is actually holding the scalpel. That’s the only reality. Who knows... maybe it was even Severina operating on me while I was out cold... but frankly, I don't give a damn as long as the results are great. 😁

Emily Martinez12 said:@rustygardener172/">@@rustygardener172 and wanderingcrane21 - look, I wasn't even suggesting that some 3D simulation is going to give you a crystal ball view of your nose after surgery. Obviously, everything depends on your actual facial structure and the nose itself, and doctors don't truly know what they're dealing with until they actually get in there and open it up.
I just meant that I personally love those 3D simulations because they let me play around with ideas—seeing how a flatter profile would look versus a more upturned one, or if a smaller tip or a larger one suits me better.
I’m not claiming the final result will be a carbon copy of the digital model; I'm just saying it helps a patient decide which direction they want to head in. As for how it actually turns out in the end? Well, that’s in the hands of the surgeons and God.

Yeah, I get what you're getting at, but honestly? You're better off just messing around in Photoshop yourself or asking someone who knows their way around an editing app. You'll probably get a much better idea of what you actually want, and you won't have to drop a bunch of bucks 😉
on some fancy software or consultation fee.

wanderingcrane21 said:I’m just gonna jump in here regarding that 3D nose simulation thing...

I’ll add my two cents too. I’m with Dr. Tončić on this one. That whole simulation thing is nothing more than a basic marketing gimmick. It’s no better than those commercials for acne cream where they show some girl with breakouts, and then—poof!—they Photoshop her skin smooth, and we’re all supposed to believe the cream worked magic? Honestly, how naive do you have to be to fall for stuff like that? We aren't even talking about a computer simulation for changing hair color at a salon; even then, you can't trust it because chemicals don't react the same way on everyone's hair 😁
If a doctor needs that much flashy advertising and marketing stunts just to pull in clients... well, I don't know what to tell you. For Glušac, his only real advertisement is the word-of-mouth from people who actually got surgery done by him, and he’s already booked solid.

brightotter21... give it a rest. You literally just got out of the mold, so stop obsessing over your nose! Stop staring at yourself in the mirror for at least a month or two. Any bony irregularities on the nose take about a year to settle down... so quit stressing over "bumps" on the bone!
Keep massaging your nose for as long as you can. The pain will stop once it stops. 😁 It takes time. It depends on which part you're looking at. My tip felt like literal wood for at least five months.

steelangler88...Look, saline solution is basically the exact same thing as that spray, except it’s like 5 to 8 times cheaper. 😁 I used to be all about that spray at first, too, but $27 I ended up wasting money on a little bottle that I burned through in just seven days. You can get enough saline to last you at least a month.

brightotter21 Just massage it whenever you remember—honestly, the more the better. Don't stress, you aren't going to break anything in your nose. You probably need to use a slightly firmer grip, and I highly doubt anyone could actually manage to cause themselves that much pain on purpose 😁
Your nose isn't stuffed up because of the mold. Everyone deals with congestion during those first seven days, regardless of how many tampons, molds, or bandages you're using... It'll pass. That was my only real issue with my nose... having to breathe through my mouth... it drives me absolutely crazy 😁

brightotter21 said:I have to take the cast off in just a few days, and honestly, I’m spiraling about what comes next. People told me I need to massage my nose a bit once it's out.
I'm low-key terrified someone might accidentally bump into me—like, even a slightly heavy touch—and I can't stop obsessing that my nose will end up crooked from it...

Also, how are you guys rinsing with saline? My nose is basically a crime scene of dried blood right now, so I’m guessing this congestion is going to be my best friend for a while longer.

So, here's the deal with the massage: you use one hand, put your thumb on one side, and then use your index and middle fingers on the other side of your nose. You do these gentle, circular motions where you're basically "lifting" the skin away from the bone. It’s super important because you don't want the skin to get stuck or adhered to the nasal structure, plus it gets the circulation moving so the swelling goes down way faster.

For the cleaning part, head to a CVS or Walgreens and grab a big bottle of saline solution (I usually just get the plastic ones, they're cheap, maybe like five bucks for a liter). Grab a syringe and a needle too. Poke the needle into the top of the saline bottle—you'll see exactly where it goes when you buy it—and just leave it there so you can draw the liquid into the syringe. Once you've filled it up, press one nostril shut with your finger (don't just press the side, actually cover the opening), tilt your head forward a little, and spray the saline into the other nostril. Sniff it up 😁 ...hold it for a second, then blow it out. Just repeat the whole process for the other side.
Anyway, that's the rundown... hopefully that was detailed enough 🙂 if you've got more questions, just hit me up.

Carol Reed64 said:Hey guys, how were those first couple of days for you? Like, could you actually manage to get up the next morning and sit on the couch to watch some TV, or were you basically just horizontal for the entire duration? Also, can you actually sit up to eat, or is everything strictly a "lying down" situation?

Everything was totally fine, really... I just felt like a complete wreck visually. 😁

Carol Reed64 said:Hey, can anyone tell me who I actually need to talk to at Dr. Glumičić’s office regarding the deadline for all my lab results? Can I just bring them on the day of the surgery since I'm running super low on time? My labs come back Thursday and the surgery is Friday. Also, will I have enough time before the big day to have one last consultation with him to hammer out exactly what I want done versus what I don't? If anyone has any other pro tips, please help—I am totally panicking because Friday is coming at me fast.😱

Look, I haven't personally been to his office, but since you're getting radio silence from everyone else here, I'll give you my two cents.
When those results hit your inbox on Thursday, go through them yourself first. Check everything. If it looks fine, just grab them and bring them straight to the hospital on the day of the procedure. But if something looks wonky, call him immediately and let him know what's up.
That's exactly how I handled mine. One of my blood markers was flagged high (can't remember which one specifically), so I just called Dr. Glušac on his cell and read the result to him. Luckily, it wasn't a dealbreaker for the surgery... the heavy hitters were all within range.
Right before the actual surgery, Dr. Glušac went over all the details with me; we spent about an hour and a half talking shop. I'm pretty sure that's standard practice. Doctors aren't exactly going to memorize every single tiny detail from a consultation weeks prior, especially when they're busy prepping for a whole lineup of surgeries. 🙂
Don't sweat it. The surgery itself isn't that scary, and honestly, Dr. Glumičić is a wizard when it comes to making noses look beautiful. If it weren't for my job requirements, I might have even gone to him myself.
As for pre-op prep... my best advice is to really, truly think about what you want. Get granular. Google nose anatomy online, compare it to your own face, and visualize exactly what changes you're looking for. Unfortunately, I didn't do that until *after* my surgery... once I realized my tip was asymmetrical. If I could go back in time, that's exactly what I would've said to him. 😁 Back then, I didn't realize I had to specify "tip work." I just assumed saying "nose surgery" automatically included the tip, but it doesn't. The tip is its own whole beast.
Post-op wise? Buy some cold compresses and a good cream for the bruising. And seriously, always keep a drink nearby because breathing through your mouth all day is going to leave your throat feeling like a desert.
Good luck, girl!! Please check back in and let us know how it went!!

placidlynx12 said:I am actually going to die. I HAVE NO CLUE HOW TO UPLOAD PICTURES because I haven't been on here since the day before yesterday. HELP ME!🙂

Look, just head over to ImageShack or Photobucket. Upload your shots there, then just copy and paste the links right here. Make sure you grab the specific BBCode link meant for forums.

placidlynx12 said:but you know what? the issue isn't even him—he did the job exactly how I told him I wanted it done. nobody could have guessed how it would actually look once everything healed up. honestly, it’s night and day compared to how my nose used to look before. though, if I'm being totally real, I wish it was just a tiny bit more upturned. don't get me wrong, this is about my own preferences, not some critique of the doctor. 😁
I can send over some before and after pics if you really want to see the difference 🙂

I actually went to see Tony Bennett and my nose has that nice upturned look now. 😁
Send those photos my way?

Honestly, my nasal bones were just a total mess of bumps right after my surgery. When you have those fractures, the bone starts growing back all unevenly. You know that feeling when you slam your shin—not the calf, but that front part of your leg—against the edge of a coffee table? If you’ve ever done that, you know exactly what I mean... it’s like this weird little protrusion pops up on the bone. That bruise/bump usually subsides pretty quick, though. On your nose? It takes way, way longer. It feels like this persistent swelling right on the bone itself.
It’s been a full year for me now, and honestly, when I run my fingers over my nose today, everything feels super smooth and level. That extra bony texture is completely gone. I can't even pinpoint the exact moment it finally flattened out.
The same thing happens if a bump is actually broken off. But if they try to sand it down... hmm... word is that can cause a bunch of tiny little micro-bumps to form in that spot. That’s why people don't really recommend filing down the bumps anymore...

Sophia Young73 said:It’s been three months since my surgery and this little bump just won't budge... :'( You can totally see it from my left profile, but from the right, it's basically invisible. Plus, when I run my finger along the left side, it feels like there's this tiny little divot. Oh man... :'( Does the nose even keep changing three months out????

Where exactly is this bump located? If it’s right at the tip of your nose, it might just be there to stay. See, once you move past the bone and hit the cartilage, things work differently. Bumps on the actual bone usually smooth out because they're just bony growths that take about a year to settle down. But if it's sitting on the cartilage... well, that might just be your new reality.
Same thing is happening to me at the tip... the cartilage is just a bit thicker on one side than the other...

darkhawk10 said:Thanks for the heads-up! 🙂It sounds like the aesthetic part is way more expensive. Some girls were mentioning prices around $1,600, but honestly, it feels like everyone ends up paying something totally different...

Look, I went in for both the function and the aesthetics, and they slapped a $1,850 price tag on me. Seriously, don't count on them having any kind of fixed pricing. You show up for your consultation and then—bam—they just drop a number on you. I have absolutely no clue what their logic even is.

steelangler88...you saw my post, right? If not, no biggie, I can send it again.

Patrick Anderson70, mine started up on Friday night, then the tampon came out Saturday afternoon, and the heavy flow lasted about 6 or 7 days... honestly, I can't even remember exactly 😁 People say you can get away with just 7 days off, but if you ask me, I’d recommend taking at least 10 to 14. I went back out into the world after 7 days, and while the spotting was pretty minimal, my nose was still super swollen... so I stayed home from work for another week. I work with kids, so I was genuinely terrified of getting hurt... kids have way too much energy, and I didn't want to risk some kid accidentally bumping into me.
Everyone's body reacts differently, but if you can swing it, take two weeks of "sick leave"—you definitely won't regret it.
If there's anything else you need to know, just shoot me a question... since I actually went to see him, I can give you some real advice. Good luck!

Ashley Gomez said:I think I sent that to everyone☕

Personally, I’m dying to know when you guys started wearing glasses... For me, it’s this super weird, uncomfortable feeling whenever I put them on. Plus, I’ve got this nagging fear that I'm doing it way too early, though god knows how much I miss having my sunglasses🙂

That look is totally awesome on you! Seeing such a sleek, straight profile makes me regret letting my optician make mine look so damn curvy😁

I actually started wearing mine about ten days later. Dr. Glušac told me I could go ahead as long as they were lightweight. Mine were, so there you go...

urbanowl13 said:$13,000 at Dr. Toncic's—what does that actually cover?
I’m looking to get rid of this hump and slim it down a bit... anyone know what kind of damage that would do to my wallet?

Septoplasty and fixing a crooked nose... I've been breathing like crap and it keeps tilting to one side.
He'll give you the real number once he actually lays eyes on your nose; we're just playing a guessing game here.

Ashley Gomez and me too, send over some photos if you have them, thanks! 😁

They won't give you a straight answer on the price until they actually see you and realize the extent of what needs fixing. Dr. Toncic told me back then it would be roughly around $4333...
And I had a similar situation pop up with Dr. Glušac too.

Michelle Phillips69 said:Hey girls... I'm actually looking into scheduling surgery for a deviated septum at the local university hospital soon. But here's the thing... I was wondering if I could talk my doctor into also trimming a tiny little bump and cutting that muscle right above my lip? Every time I laugh, my nose just sort of collapses down toward my mouth :/ ... Is that even doable? I can't afford private plastic surgery because I'm still a student...

Honestly, everyone asks for that. You should definitely have a chat with your surgeon about it... it’s not technically part of what they're required to do, but if he's a decent guy, I bet he'll be willing to help you out. Good luck!

Rebecca Gomez37 said:My nose is actually pretty fine most of the time, but if I press on it, it swells up like crazy... honestly, the absolute worst part is those two days right before my period hits—I can't even begin to describe what this potato-shaped nose turns into. It gets almost twice as thick (especially the tip). If someone happens to snap a photo of me during those days—like at a wedding or a birthday party—I seriously can't even look at myself once I see how massive my nose looks in the pictures.
Does this happen to any of you?

Same thing happens to me, it just swells up on certain days 😁... though I haven't really paid enough attention to track exactly when. 😂

Megan Wright39 said:Look, I feel like I’ve already laid this all out right here, but apparently, I was just shouting into the void because nobody gave me a single response...
So, I’ve been thinking about this—is my nose actually stable enough three months after surgery to handle a little bump? Like, if I accidentally smack it in my sleep, or even just from a massive yawn? Or even those annoying vibrations when I'm riding around on a Greyhound bus, lol. Is it ready for the real world yet?
I mean, is there any chance this could mess with the tip of my nose? It’s still feeling kind of sensitive and a little unstable, if you know what I mean. Has anyone else gone through this or does anyone actually know what's going on? Please let me know, thanks!😁

Regarding what you listed there, honestly, if the doctor actually killed it and did a solid job, I'd say it's totally worth it.
Why are you even asking? Look, if you actually hit yourself and you're worried you messed something up, just get your butt back to your surgeon and have them take a look. Honestly though, I highly doubt that's what happened... if it were, the impact would’ve had to be way more intense than the stuff you described above. 😁

Elizabeth Collins5 said:I’m feeling a little more relieved now 🙂. Now I just need to stop stressing about my nose during flights 😂. Honestly, back when I used to fly (before the surgery), I’d get this weird, intense pressure in my head.

Man, I was terrified, but not because of my nose 😁 I actually had to preside over my own panic attacks, and my very first flight was on a tiny propeller plane. I know those things are technically even safer than jets, but I was white-knuckling the seat and literally sobbing during takeoff. I even buried my face in the window so nobody would see me freaking out, hahahahahahahahaha—I seriously nearly lost it 😂 The plane was tiny, too; the interior looked worse than those beat-up school buses that pick kids up in rural towns. On the seat right in front of me, there was some guy carved something crude into the leather and it basically said "this plane sucks" 🤣
I know that's totally off-topic, but it just brought all those memories flooding back, hahaha

Anyway... as far as my nose goes, zero issues so far 😁