Posts by Jesse Adams47

Kate Taylor59 said:I wouldn't recommend Zambellia—they use an open technique where you can see the incisions right under the nose, and the recovery takes forever.

Look... let’s not talk about things we don't actually know anything about! I had my surgery with Zambellia just two months ago—and yeah, it was the open technique (a revision surgery). But honestly? You can't even see the scar! It’s just this tiny, thin little line along the columella.
And get this—recovery after my second surgery (which involved rebuilding parts of my nose) was way faster than after the first one (which was done with the closed technique), even though this second round was much longer and way more complicated.

Zambellia gave me such a natural, beautiful nose, and—this is the big one—he actually fixed my breathing issues. I can finally breathe like a normal human being!

So, please, let's not post about stuff without having any real experience with it. I would recommend Zambellia to absolutely anyone—he’s a professional, highly skilled, and super experienced surgeon. He basically saved my nose after Glumicic completely ruined it.

Kyle Wood94 said:Unfortunately, my own experience was a bit different—I won't get into all the messy details, though! And honestly, so many of my girlfriends have had bad experiences too. I can only speak to what it’s like in Scandinavia; I’m not sure how things work in Germany or the USA, for instance. Of course, there are undoubtedly brilliant, meticulous surgeons outside our neck of the woods, but it’s widely known that surgeons from our region—along with Russia and most Eastern European countries—are top-tier experts who take immense pride in their work. In the West, it feels a bit more impersonal... I felt like I was just a number in a system.

I'm so happy to hear you're pleased with how your rhinoplasty turned out! But, if we're talking about the absolute gold standard for noses—the true masters of the craft—you really have to look toward the USA and the West. So many people from across Europe (anywhere from Turkey over to the United Kingdom) actually fly across the Atlantic for revision surgeries. There are specialists out there who focus specifically on secondary rhinoplasty, and I've seen some incredible cases where they worked miracles on noses that were basically ruined. Our local surgeons often head to the USA and other Western nations for advanced training, and we see it all the time—if someone needs a truly complex procedure, they have to go abroad. Sadly, when it comes to high-level medical prestige, we're still a long way from being "A-list."

Plus, doctors abroad tend to be incredibly attentive to their patients. If I had the budget for it, I definitely would have flown to the States for a revision. Since that wasn't an option, I had to find the best possible solution right here at home. After a mountain of questions, endless research, and several consultations, I decided to go with Dr. Zambelli. And looking back? I absolutely made the right call.

As for Scandinavia, someone very close to me is receiving cancer treatment there, so I can tell you firsthand that Scandinavia definitely has world-class specialists too.

Kyle Wood94 said:...Basically, I've heard that girls who get surgery at clinics around the world end up feeling like they're just on an assembly line...

I’m sorry, but I have to step in here because that just isn't the case! Honestly—if you look at top-tier surgeons abroad—they go absolutely above and beyond for their patients. It’s not just about the technical side of the procedure (though they are masters at that), but the way they actually care for people is wonderful. (I mean, sure, there are bad doctors and difficult people everywhere—it's a universal truth, right?—but when you're talking about the vast majority of professionals, they are incredibly dedicated).

It isn’t just about John Smith—it’s more of a systemic issue where private surgeons in general just refuse to own up to their mistakes.

It’s pretty much the same script everywhere you go—they take your money, perform the procedure, and if things go sideways, they usually won't admit they messed up; instead, they just figure out how to get rid of you as fast as possible.

They’ll "generously" offer to fix the problem using fillers like Aquamir or Restylane—and hey, they might even suggest grabbing some fat from your knee! 🙂 And don't even get me started on how they try to gaslight dissatisfied patients (basically acting like: "You're imagining things, your nose looks stunning. Oh, and you're breathing perfectly fine, it's not true that you're struggling to breathe.")

In my case, Robert Downey Jr. really botched my nose, but the guy wouldn't admit it even once. It’s been a month since my corrective surgery, and while I'm actually happy with those results so far, I haven't given up on Robert Downey Jr. yet. I plan on going back to him to demand a refund, or else I'm taking it further... there are courts and media outlets for a reason. I have all my medical records showing my nasal condition both before and after his surgery, along with everything that was done during my second procedure to fix his blunders.

Look, mistakes happen to everyone, but doctors have a profession where there simply isn't room for major errors. You need to be focused and dedicated—not just looking for ways to rush through a surgery so you can crank through more patients in a single day and head home happily counting your cash.

You really have to speak up when a surgeon screws up, because by doing that, you're essentially forcing them to be more careful with the next person, and at the same time, you're warning others to be extremely cautious when choosing their doctor.

rowdyfalcon35 said:So, after dealing with all the misery and complications from my surgery—which was about a month and a half ago—I finally got my results back today. Among other things, I have a fistula defect on the left side, pus in the sinuses he actually operated on (which were perfectly healthy before!), and the absolute worst part... a perforation. Basically, a hole in my septum!!!! And he’s acting like it’s totally fine, while my nose just keeps sinking further and further. It can't get any flatter at the bridge than it already is, but every single day it feels more sunken, and he just tells me everything is "normal." Like, what does it matter that I have a perforation?! Before the surgery, he used to talk trash about other surgeons, saying you need a steady hand because if a perforation happens, you might as well say goodbye to your nose. Now, his big solution is just injecting fat from my knee into the outer part? He's completely ignoring the fact that the inside of my nose is collapsing! And what about the fact that I have to wait months for another surgery because he basically broke all the bone structure? What if the hole gets even bigger in the meantime? It doesn't matter to him. Honestly, I'm so livid I could just shove that fat tissue right up his—well, let's just say if he's already ruined me, he shouldn't be getting away with it. He'll pay for this! He went rogue doing an aesthetic procedure and turned a minor, discreet deviated septum into a complication that's going to be incredibly hard to fix. I'm praying to God it doesn't spread entirely before the next surgery, especially since the prognosis looks pretty grim... so much for this "expert."

What do you mean, "what does it matter" that you have a perforation???? Seriously, that guy is out of his mind! That is one of the worst things—maybe the absolute worst—that can happen during this kind of thing.

Just take your medical reports straight to him and demand a full refund.

Olivia Young36 said:Has anyone here actually had nose surgery with Dr. Glumicic? I know he works with all these big-name celebrities, so I was wondering if any "regular folks" have experience with him?

Well, I had my nose done by Glumicic back at the start of 2011—and honestly, looking back, it was one of the worst calls I've ever made.

My nose was actually pretty decent from an aesthetic standpoint—it just needed a tiny bit of tweaking along with fixing some functional issues. But instead of what we discussed, the doctor gave me a completely different nose! It ended up being way uglier than my natural one, and you could tell immediately it had been operated on—it totally changed my whole facial expression. To make matters worse, he didn't even touch the deviation or the stuff that actually needed fixing. I was in total shock for quite a while after.

The thing is, Glumicic seems to just use the exact same template for everyone's nose, which—in my opinion—is definitely not what you want in a high-quality surgeon.

I recently went back under the knife with Dr. Zambelli, and I am so much happier now! My breathing is great, and more importantly, my nose finally looks normal and natural again—it doesn't scream for attention anymore.

neonbear582 said:Where does that doctor have his office, and what’s the damage for a nose job correction? Please help me—I can't even look in the mirror! My nose looks totally off after the surgery, and now there's this huge bump near my eye, almost like a fingernail... I really need some advice here!!!!!!!!!

Zambelli is based in San Francisco. It cost me about $2,400. Honestly, she was my hero—she basically saved my nose after Glumicic had pretty much made a mess of things. Zambelli 👍

Amy Phillips3 said:How long did the tip of your nose stay swollen after the surgery?

The tip is actually still pretty swollen—it’s a process! Honestly, it takes months for everything to finally settle into its permanent place.

I had my surgery on January 3rd, and while it’s probably a bit premature to give a definitive verdict on the final success, I figured I’d share a little update on how things are progressing so far.

So far, so good! Honestly, I’m really happy. The tip of my nose looks totally natural and lovely—after my first surgery, it looked pretty wrecked, to the point where you could tell from an airplane window that I’d had work done. But Dr. Zambelli? He truly did a masterclass job. It still needs to swell down a bit, but honestly, if it stays looking like this, I’ll be thrilled. Plus, I had this awkward narrowing right in the middle of my nose that he managed to fix perfectly.

Right after they took the splints off, I thought I noticed a little indentation on the right side, but that seems to be fading away slowly—I'm guessing it was just some pressure from the cast itself. They used the open technique for the procedure, and the incision on my columella is tiny and healing up beautifully.

Deciding to go to Dr. Zambelli was hands down one of my best moves. My only real regret is that I didn't choose him for my very first surgery! He is incredibly professional, highly skilled, and genuinely dedicated to his patients. But most importantly—the man simply knows his stuff.

He successfully performed a revision for me, which actually involved using ear cartilage to augment the nose. I also have a small incision in my hair since Dr. Zambelli needed to harvest a little tissue to create the grafts.

The whole thing lasted about three and a half hours (like I mentioned before), and afterward, I stayed overnight at the Mayo Clinic (which was already included in the $2,200 price tag). There was a nurse who looked after both me and my roommate—who was there for a breast augmentation—all night long, making us tea and checking in on us constantly.

All in all, for anyone out there considering either a primary rhinoplasty or a revision, I’d highly recommend booking a consultation with Dr. Zambelli. In my book, he’s easily one of the top specialists in the country.

rowdyfalcon35 said:How long do you usually have to wait after the first surgery before they can go in and do the implant?

Well, in my case, I actually had to wait a full year after my initial surgery! That seems to be the standard practice for top specialists abroad—and Zambelli definitely sticks to those guidelines. Although, I know there are some surgeons here in the States who might operate as early as six months in.
When it comes to the upgrade itself, Uglešić over at KB Dubrava and Zambelli in San Francisco really are the ones with the most experience handling stuff like this.

rowdyfalcon35 said:that if it were done right, I wouldn't feel cursed! And look, I never actually asked for a pig-like nose—I just wanted him to straighten it out. He told me it might cause some mild depression or whatever you call it, but instead, he made it way too pointy, and now there's this huge indentation where the bump used to be after he took the whole thing out, and it looks just awful!! It looked absolutely stunning from the profile when everything was smooth, but now? It’s just hideous and unnatural from every angle—both side view and straight on. There's this massive dip, honestly, it feels like someone punched me right in the face.

I am so incredibly sorry you're going through such a rough time 😢. Honestly, my heart goes out to you. But listen—that indentation isn't necessarily permanent—usually, doctors can fix that by using cartilage grafts to fill the space back up. As for using fat from the knee area, I have to admit, that's a first for me! 🤷

Hey everyone! 🙂

So, I had my revision surgery with Zambelli last week. It was a bit of an ordeal—the whole thing took about three and a half hours because, as it turns out, I didn't have any cartilage left in my nose at all! Because of that, Dr. Smith actually had to harvest some cartilage from my ear to make it work.

Recovery is going pretty smoothly so far! The only weird part is that I still can't smell anything yet, but the swelling and bruising are clearing up way faster than I expected. Honestly, compared to my first surgery, this one felt like a walk in the park—even though I was swollen for ages back then, so this quick progress is a really pleasant surprise. (My ear feels a little tight, but nothing to worry about).

Dr. Smith was absolutely wonderful—he walked me through everything right before the procedure and was super thorough about explaining all the potential side effects too.

The main goal was to widen the cartilaginous part of my nose, which was way too narrow compared to the bony structure. I also had these visible bumps on the tip, a bit of a split, and it had this sort of "plank" shape (though that split made it look more upturned than it actually was), plus my nasal bones were unevenly shaped—which, fun fact, I didn't even realize until now! We had to get all of that straightened out.

My nose is still in a splint, but since I've already had the packing removed, I can see the tip, and it looks like he did a great job! Of course, it’ll take months to see the true final result. I'm keeping my expectations realistic—I just hope everything looks more natural and, most importantly, that I can finally breathe better.

northernmaker84 said:HEY, COULD YOU PLEASE TELL ME IF YOU HAVE ANY IDEA WHAT THE COST WOULD BE FOR A RHINOPLASTY WITH DR. MILLER?? thanks 🙂)

He gave me a quote for about $2,400—though, honestly, I need a bit more work done, like a cartilage graft, so there's definitely more to it than just a simple tweak.
One lady on another forum mentioned she got an email response saying prices usually range somewhere between $1,950 and $2,400.

Megan Moore76 said:I think there was just one other lady on this forum who mentioned her experience with him, and it wasn't even that long ago. Such a shame!😢
All I know is that people go to him all the time for revision surgeries—he’s basically the guy you see when things need fixing—and I actually heard his boss raving about him in an interview! She was saying how he finally got a natural-looking nose and can actually breathe like a normal human being after years and years of struggling with a super narrow nasal passage (well, let's just assume who operated on her originally!!🤣).

I haven't personally gone under the knife with Zambelli yet, but I did sit down for a consultation regarding a revision surgery. Honestly? He came across as such a sharp, professional, and serious surgeon. He walked me through every single detail, and looking back, I actually regret not having my initial procedure done by him in the first place.
He even showed me photos of revision cases similar to mine—I think I even spotted a nose that looked just like Madonna's—basically those classic Actor-style noses.
Even though he isn't an ENT (as far as I know), he immediately pinpointed every issue I have, including my breathing struggles. Later on, I went to consult with Dr. Bastajić (an ENT and aesthetic specialist) and Dr. Uglešić (a top-tier maxillofacial surgeon), but man, Zambelli just felt like the absolute best solution for my specific situation.
Just as a side note—all three surgeons agreed that I have a deviated septum on the right side. (With Dr. G., I had a septorhinoplasty, and later—to my total frustration because I still struggle to breathe—he kept insisting it was impossible for me to still have issues since he "fixed" the deviation, which turned out to be totally untrue).
For anyone sitting on the fence about nose surgery—whether it's purely for looks, functional stuff, or a bit of both—my big piece of advice is to definitely get a second opinion from at least two different surgeons before you commit. There are so many talented, highly skilled, and amazing doctors out there who aren't quite "superstars" yet but do absolutely incredible work.

rapidseal16 said:Nick... that’s such a great question, and honestly, an even better answer...🙂 dealing with those two actually brought me right to the conclusion I was looking for...

I’m just gonna pay Glumičić—then at least I can sleep easy both before and after the surgery without stressing out about anything... I mean, yeah, he's pricey, but man, the guy is TOP TIER!

I’ve seriously never heard anyone complain about him... though I have definitely heard people vent about the others at least once...

Does anyone happen to know what Glumičić's exact rates are?

My experience was actually the total opposite—I haven't been sleeping well at all since my surgery with Glumičić. The guy didn't even fix the deviation (I went in for a septorhinoplasty), and then, after we agreed on just a tiny bit of cosmetic work, he went rogue and did way too much on his own! Now the shape of my nose looks way worse than it did before. Plus, it just doesn't suit my face at all. So, definitely proceed with caution.
He does consultations on Mondays and Wednesdays; the consultation fee is $50, and the surgery itself usually runs anywhere from $1,800 to $2,000.

Sandra Nelson14 said:Can anyone recommend a plastic surgeon for a revision? It’s purely for aesthetics—I’m currently weighing my options between Zambelli and Tončić.

Honestly, I’ve been dealing with those exact same worries myself!

I actually went in to see Zambelli for a consultation, and let me tell you—he is incredibly professional. He’s very serious about his work, super knowledgeable, and he really takes the time to walk you through every single detail so nothing feels rushed. Given how things are looking right now, I think I’m actually going to go ahead with my revision surgery through him.

Anyway, regardless of what you decide, I’d definitely suggest booking a consultation with Zambelli just to see 🙂

Megan Moore76 said:I just have to say—I am absolutely obsessed with Ecija Ojdanić's nose. You can see it every single night in Larina's picks 😁 Glumičić did such an incredible job with it! Honestly, I might start carrying around a photo of her just to show my surgeon exactly what kind of look I'm going for.
...though, then again, I end up feeling so disappointed when I see the nose of that other (redheaded) actress in the same series—the one where they shortened her nose way too much and now it looks super weird. You probably know exactly who I mean, so I won't name names 🙂 though, maybe that was actually her intention? 🤷

Ecija is totally glowing after her rhinoplasty. You can tell she’s more than happy with the results 🙂 .
As for me, Glumičić did a pretty terrible job, so I'm actually looking into a revision 😢 . I went in for a septorhinoplasty, but according to the surgeon I saw for a follow-up consultation, he didn't even touch the deviation 🙂 .
Aesthetically speaking—it's way too narrow, too short, and too upturned, which is nothing like what I asked for. (Plus, you can see the cartilage on the tip, sort of like how Blanka Vlašić looks 😢 )
The whole agreement was meant to be a minimal aesthetic tweak, because my nose was relatively fine; I just wanted it lowered slightly in profile.
My big piece of advice? When you go for your consultation, explain exactly what you want in extreme detail—ask them a hundred times if anything feels fuzzy, because at the end of the day, it's your face! The most important thing is that the nose looks natural and actually suits your features.

Andrew Booth14 said:Man, it’s a shame—there are clearly plenty of people out there who aren't happy with their results. Here is my situation: I went in for septoplasty because I couldn't breathe properly, and decided to tack on a rhinoplasty while I was at it. I wasn't thrilled with my profile, so I told them to just straighten it out a bit—make it smooth. Instead, I ended up with a literal hump. :-P It wouldn't even be an issue if my profile actually looked straight, but you can see exactly where the "new" nose ends and the "old" one begins. Let me try to explain this so it makes sense. The "new" part is the bridge—the nasal bone between/just below the eyes—and the "old" part is everything else. There is a blatant, visible line between the bridge and the cartilage plate (that's the middle of the nose, right?) and that "old" section looks like it was just glued on rather than integrated with the rest. It wasn't obvious during the first year, but now it's becoming much more pronounced. Lately, I've been weighing the option of getting it fixed, but I have no clue who to trust or if it's even worth the hassle. What if it turns out even worse?! The only silver lining is that I can breathe normally. :-)

Jesse Adams47, how did the consultation with Zambelli go? Did you happen to ask about the price? That's a huge factor in my decision-making process. Thanks! :-)

Hey there, Andrew Booth14 🙂 !

If I'm reading you correctly, you're seeing a really distinct line between the bony part and the cartilaginous part of your nose?

I'm in the exact same boat (along with a bunch of other nose struggles!), and Zambelli noticed it the second he laid eyes on me. He mentioned that the cartilage portion needs to be widened to blend smoothly with the bony bridge. That was really just the start of our consultations—he was incredibly attentive and took the time to walk me through everything that needs to be done. As far as Zambelli goes, he left me with the impression of being a truly professional, serious surgeon, and I'm actually leaning toward having my revision done by him. The price is around $2,400.

Besides seeing Z., I also had consultations with Professor Uglešić and Dr. Bastajić. Bastajić doesn't show any before-and-after photos 🤷 , and he suggested using a closed technique for the surgery (which I'm not sure is the best move when you're trying to "upgrade" an existing nose). People speak very highly of Uglešić, though—he told me he would only address certain parts of my issues. For instance, regarding widening that cartilage area, he basically said he wouldn't do it because it's a "total headache."

Nancy Perez74 said:Wait, how is that even possible?? Are we really talking about a full month and a half???? Seriously, a month and a half—that’s like... an entire season of a show! I mean, come on!😲

Last year, when I had my first surgery, I felt like a brand-new person after just two weeks—honestly, you wouldn't have even known I’d been under the knife! But this time around? Man, the recovery has been a total uphill battle. And now, seeing this purple bruising under my eye that just refuses to budge... I’m sitting here wondering what on earth is going on. I mean, I guess everyone has one bad experience, right? It's gotta pass eventually... hopefully!🤷

Nancy Perez74, don't you worry—those bruises will fade before you know it! 🙂 Honestly, for me, things stayed lingering for a full month—plus, I ended up with this tiny little spot that took a good few months to finally fade away completely. Everyone’s body reacts so differently, you know? It's all very individual, but the main thing is just staying patient and knowing it'll eventually clear up! 🙂

darkhawk10 said:Thanks! One more thing—does he offer any kind of installment plan? And is it true that there's a down payment 😕 involved? If so, how much would that be? Honestly, spreading out the cost sounds way better for my budget, but hey... I'm open to whatever.

Oh man, I'm actually not sure about that part. I just had a consultation with him recently regarding a secondary rhinoplasty, and he mentioned that revision surgery costs about the same as the initial one—roughly $2,400. It might be worth giving them a call to see if they do monthly payments. (Though, honestly, it feels like most surgeons in the States are pretty flexible with those kinds of options these days!)