Rhinoplasty: Experiences and recovery tips?

Grace Patel75 said:Well, I have to travel to Seattle anyway.

Why never? There isn’t a guarantee with any doctor you visit.
I get the feeling that Glušac isn't exactly an aesthetic specialist.

Look, I’m not just talking about Dr. Glušac right now. He’s not the only ENT out there; you pick whoever matches your aesthetic. Of course nobody can give you a guarantee, but going under the knife for a procedure like this with someone who isn't an ENT—since rhinoplasty is actually a demanding surgery, despite everyone acting like it’s a walk in the park—is pure madness to me.😁

I get where you're coming from. If you breathe fine and don't have issues, you probably aren't even thinking about it, let alone realizing how many complications can pop up if someone messes with your nasal function. And honestly? There's a higher chance they'll screw it up if they aren't an ENT. That's just a fact.

Hey everyone! So, I finally popped back onto this forum after more than six months since my second nose job just to see what's up. It looks like a few of you are having some doubts about Dr. Zambelli. Since I know how stressful this can be, I figured I’d share my own experience in case it helps anyone making a decision.
He was actually the one who did my second surgery!! The whole goal was to fix the actual function—you know, just being able to breathe normally—and he didn't just hit the mark, he absolutely crushed it. Even though he isn't technically an ENT, he did everything he promised and I am going to be grateful to him for the rest of my life!!! After 30 years, I can finally breathe through my nose. Day, night, even when I wake up with my mouth closed... and no more snoring at night! Seriously, it's priceless. What sucks is that my first surgery was done by a literal ENT specialist who did absolutely NOTHING. I mean, two follow-up consultations later, the scans looked exactly the same as they did before the operation. So yeah, I had the "privilege" of being saved by a plastic surgeon in the end. I'm not saying that's the rule for everyone, but in my case, it was the truth. My nose looks gorgeous on the outside AND works perfectly on the inside!!! We're talking centering, fixing a severe septal deviation, shortening, tip work... the whole nine yards!!! To be fair, it cost me $2,500, but I wouldn't trade a single cent of that. I spent one night at the clinic and was home the next day!! Now, full disclosure: his schedule is absolutely insane, but you have to show up to his office knowing exactly what you want or what the issue is. He doesn't do that "maybe this" or "I don't know, maybe that" vibe. What do you guys think?..... He doesn't deal with those types of indecisive spikes; if he sees you don't even know what you want, you aren't going to get anywhere with him. Anyway, that's my take on it!!!

Look, I know someone who went through a private tonsillectomy with an ENT specialist and ended up dealing with a nasty throat infection afterward, so frankly, I’m not particularly concerned about this

I'll lay out my experience here, just in case it ends up being useful to anyone. 🙂
First off, getting a rhinoplasty is a massive undertaking, even if every surgeon swears they’ll just "wake up and head home." I spent eight years overthinking this before I finally felt certain it was worth the hassle. My main goal was purely aesthetic, but it turned out the doctor also fixed a deviated septum I didn't even realize I had.

A lot of people have been posting about prepping for surgery, and honestly, this forum is where I’ve picked up most of my intel. Doctors usually look down on people using forums for advice, but I told mine straight: if it weren't for this place, I wouldn't have known half of what I know.😁
About a month ago, I started being extra careful about catching every cold or flu going around. I've been loading up on vitamins, trying to stay ahead of the curve so I don't end up sidelined.
A few days ago, I went ahead and stocked up on everything I might need for the next stretch, since getting out of the house isn't exactly on the menu right now. Personally, I didn't find much use for those nasal strips everyone else seems to swear by. For me, the only thing that actually mattered was the physiological saline—and I didn't even realize I’d need it until they pulled the packing out of my nose (day 11 post-op). On that same day, I thought I’d be running to CVS for cold compresses, chamomile tea for the swelling, gauze, and medical tape since you have to swap them out constantly. Turns out, my surgeon just handed me all of it right there after the procedure.

When it comes to surgery, my biggest fear was definitely the anesthesia. I made sure to emphasize that to the doctor, so both he and the anesthesiologist spent about half an hour just talking me through it before we started. Everything went smoothly, though; the whole thing took about an hour and a half. Since I only had local anesthesia, I just rested for a bit after waking up before heading back to my recovery suite. They put these patches over my eyes to minimize bruising, which actually worked wonders—not that you’d notice them since you spend most of the first day sleeping anyway. The next day, they removed the patches and the packing. All I have left under my eyes is some minor bruising and slightly swollen cheeks, but honestly, considering the procedure, it’s about as minimal as it gets.
Removing the tampons wasn't actually painful. I'm guessing they pull them out so quickly the next day that you don't even have time to process the sensation. As for the nose, I took the mold off two days ago and I am beyond thrilled with the results. 🙂)

Regarding Dr. Glušac, I’m seeing a lot of conflicting takes floating around here. 😁 Reading through this forum, I felt somewhat prepared for his performance, so I was expecting some level of indifference. But after seeing how he treated me during and after the surgery, I’ve realized that’s not exactly the case. He’s a bit blunt—just a typical, rough-around-the-edges guy from San Francisco. 😁 He’s constantly complaining while simultaneously bragging about himself. He claims he urgently needs a secretary, yet insists on handling all patient emails and calls personally. Honestly, he should probably have his own private practice instead of working out of a community health center. But, despite all that, he’s the only one I’d trust. If you set everything else aside, I would hand myself over to him in a heartbeat. I wasn't looking for a tiny, upturned nose that clashes with my face, and I certainly didn't want someone messing up my breathing just for the sake of aesthetics—and he is exactly the specialist you want for that. Personally, I think Glumičić’s nose jobs look terrible, and I can't even stand looking at Blanka Vlašić’s nose, so if that’s what you’re after, stay far away from Glušac. The reasons I chose him were practical: local anesthesia, having the packing removed the very next day, and the fact that he specialized in both ENT and plastic surgery. Plus, he’s constantly refining his skills. It was an absolute struggle to even snag a consultation with him, but that was a non-negotiable for me. On my case, he tested out a specific technique to minimize bruising. Just for context, I tend to bruise like a bruised banana, yet the day after surgery, I had almost zero discoloration under my eyes. He doesn't provide any ointments or creams; I had to buy everything myself based on recommendations from the forums. 😁Honestly, just stick to cold compresses and rinsing. Trust me, it actually works.
I haven't felt anything like this since my very first OP. Sure, it’s definitely not pleasant when they’re stripping the mold or rinsing out your sinuses—especially when your bones feel like they've been fractured—but honestly, calling this "pain" feels like a stretch. :/

One more thing: if you’re prone to breakouts, get a facial cleaning done before your op. Once you're post-surgery, you won't be able to deal with any spots popping up right around your nose, especially since you'll have that mold or brace stuck on for a week.

Anyway, that's just my experience. Hope this helps someone out 🙂

Regarding Glumičić, all I know for sure is that the guy is absolutely slammed. People fly in from everywhere—the Netherlands, Australia, Canada, even right here in the States—and it’s all through word-of-mouth referrals. From what I hear, he actually charges a premium for those international patients, way more than what he charges us locals. In my opinion, though, he really knows his stuff, whether we're talking about facelifts, implants, blepharoplasty, or whatever else gets discussed on this forum.

And that brings us to the real issue: since he’s basically drowning in work because people are coming at him from every corner of the globe—like those wealthy socialites from Europe looking for breast augmentations and all that—he just doesn't have the capacity. I actually have a friend who went to see him because she wanted a rhinoplasty; she was honestly willing to drop up to $2,200 just for the correction, but he wouldn't even take her on. He told her straight up that he already has more than enough business, and her nose would require way too much heavy lifting—things like lifting the tip, reducing the bridge, straightening the septum, and narrowing the width—so he simply said he wasn't interested in taking it on. He didn't deny he could do it, mind you; he explicitly said he had the skill to do everything she wanted, but he just wouldn't do it. He was blunt about the fact that her nose was quite prominent and needed a lot of work, and since he has the luxury of picking and choosing his patients, he always opts for the simpler cases, like just shaving off a small hump or slightly tweaking a nasal tip.

To be honest, I totally get where he's coming from. He’s built himself into a legitimate brand, and as a surgeon, he's top-tier. I think he's a great resource if you just need an initial consultation or a solid second opinion on a nose job or something similar, mostly because he's so busy that he won't make empty promises. That’s a huge difference compared to some other surgeons out there who are super indecisive and calculated with their answers. If you notice that kind of behavior, you should definitely steer clear.

Is it actually okay to go get a full facial cleaning? It’s been exactly a month since my surgery today—just wondering if I'm good to go!

analogbison15 said:Is it okay if I go get a full facial cleansing? It’s been exactly mjesec dan since my surgery.

Already? Man, time really flies. 😁
When are you gonna drop the photos? 😉 How are you feeling? 🙂

My husband is struggling to breathe through his nose so bad right now...
Finally managed to drag him to the GP to get a referral for an ENT specialist...
So I'm sitting there in the waiting room, and he finally comes out—the doctor told him surgery isn't strictly necessary, but of course, he goes into full-blown panic mode like every other guy ever. He starts frantically asking if there’s anything else we can try first to see if things improve, so she just ended up prescribing some nasal spray😵...

HI EVERYONE 🙂. About two years ago, I went to the Mayo Clinic to see this specific specialist, and he completely ruined both my breathing and my appearance.

I originally went in for a septoplasty. It wasn't a huge issue, but I wanted to take the opportunity to straighten my nose, lift the tip slightly, and make it a bit smaller because the shape always messed with my confidence. He told me that a deviated septum had nothing to do with why my nose looked crooked to one side, which doesn't make any sense to me—if the septum is crooked, the nose is crooked. I explicitly told him that I wouldn't undergo the septal surgery unless he could also straighten the external shape (so I wouldn't have two different profiles) and that I definitely didn't want some tiny, pig-like Barbie nose. I just wanted a slight lift, a marginally smaller, prettier tip, and a straight profile—not something unnatural. He claimed they don't do aesthetics at the hospital, so I told him I’d just come to his private practice instead. He seemed worried I'd go to someone else, so he suggested I pay him half upfront and he would just perform the procedure at the hospital.
Prof. B. didn't actually straighten my nose (he didn't break the bones), but instead gave me a "saddle nose." While the profile looks okay from one angle, in left semi-profile, it literally looks like a banana 😉, and in right semi-profile, it looks unnaturally upturned and pig-like. He hollowed out the profile—creating that saddle effect—by removing too much cartilage, cutting the tip, and tilting it way too far up. He thinned out the septal cartilage to try and straighten things, but instead, the cartilage just buckled even more, pushing my nose entirely to the left, leaving one nostril almost completely blocked.

Recently, I started looking for a surgeon who can fix this mess, and it’s been incredibly disappointing. Most of them—both plastic surgeons and hospital specialists—seem to be incompetent and mostly just protect one another, including Prof. Bedeković. Some doctors did admit that they weren't exactly thrilled with how he handled the surgery and that he could have done much better. The worst comment I heard was that my nose is now something to look at, not touch (I can't even touch it much without risking major complications). For instance, whenever I have a cold, even just blowing my nose hurts because the septal cartilage is so thin and sensitive now.

Ladies (and guys, too :-) , I hope you can learn something from my experience. Don't just hand your face over to ANY random specialist.

Chris Moore3 said:Hey everyone! It’s been over six months since my second nose job, so I thought I’d pop back onto this forum to see what’s happening. Looks like there’s some debate going on regarding Dr. Zambelli. Here’s my experience, if anyone is looking for guidance during their selection process.

It’s funny how right after people start criticizing certain private practitioners, a few users suddenly appear out of nowhere to share their "experiences." 🤔No one is saying Zambelli—or any private doctor—can't do a good job. At the end of the day, it’s a bit of a lottery. With a high volume of surgeries, you're bound to have a certain number of failures or mistakes that require revision. It's just basic math. But what I want to know is why anyone would choose him. Setting aside the fact that he’s the president of an association of aesthetic surgeons and has all those other credentials... he's a renowned surgeon when it comes to implants and plastic surgery. He actually gained wider recognition in the public eye and on forums after Severina (and she got it for free, no cost at all) had her nose done by him.

Before then, I guarantee nobody had ever heard he even dealt with noses. And that's when certain users started popping up, claiming they went to him too. Some shared positive impressions. Others just never came back to provide any follow-up. I remember one girl posting that, given the recommendation and the price she paid, she expected something better.

...I'm asking all the women who went to him, or are planning to, to explain their reasoning. Most of us in this discussion agreed that a more appropriate specialist would be an ENT. Someone with actual expertise in breaking nasal bone, fixing septal deviations, or reconstruction. I’m not saying another surgeon *can't* do it—that's an unfair assumption—but common sense tells you that for such a delicate procedure on the most exposed part of your face, you go to specialists for that specific area. Just like you'd go to a plastic surgeon for implants or a breast lift, rather than an ENT who runs a private practice and checks sinuses.

analogotter43 said:Regarding Dr. Glušac, I see there are conflicting opinions here. 😁 Reading this forum, I felt somewhat prepared for his demeanor, so I expected a certain level of detachment. But I realized that wasn't quite the case, based on how he treated me during and after the procedure. He’s a bit blunt, a real old-school guy from the South. 😁He swears and brags about himself, and he desperately needs a secretary, though apparently, he prefers answering patient emails and calls himself. Also, I think he needs his own private clinic instead of working out of a community health center. The reasons I chose him were local anesthesia,Removing tampons the very next day, plus his dual specialization in ENT and plastic surgery and how he’s constantly leveling up... I could barely snag a consultation with him, but it’s a dealbreaker for me.

Since you keeps bringing up Dr. Glušac, I might as well give you my unfiltered take. Up until two years ago, I thought he was one of the most competent guys in the country when it comes to rhinoplasty. His resume says it all—training in America at clinics that specialize specifically in nose jobs. You assume he’s picked up some solid, practical experience. Most of his work revolves around rhino and septoplasty; you could say noses are his bread and butter. Even though his practice is registered for reconstructive and plastic surgery, the bulk of his business is all about the nose. A surgeon friend of my dad’s, who’s actually a department head at a hospital, told me that when it comes to noses, Glušac is leagues ahead of the other big names in Washington, D.C. and the rest of the US.

What changed my mind were certain cases that happened under his care. Like I said, even with a high volume of surgeries, there’s always a small percentage of unwanted scenarios and complications. Some of those cases were discussed right here on this forum. If you're curious, just search his name in the search bar and the forum will pull up the exact posts. I don't want to get into the weeds with them now, but judge for yourself... especially regarding how he treats patients.

analogotter43 said:He tested out a technique on me to reduce bruising. Just a heads-up, I have pretty large eyes, but the day after surgery I had almost zero purple under my eyes :/

That’s one reason why I’d steer clear of him for now🙄, even if the guy clearly has the experience. I don't know how you feel about it, but I wouldn't be able to sleep at night if I were a guinea pig, letting someone experiment with new techniques and procedures on me. It could turn out great, or it could... mess up your entire nose, leaving you to spend half your savings on corrective surgery.🤦

Beyond that, I resent how much he oversimplifies crucial things, like wearing nasal tampons. We studied this in med school—for any kind of nasal trauma, it’s vital to keep the tampons in for several days. They act as stabilizers along with a splint to ensure the nasal bones heal correctly. I suspect he downplays these steps just to make himself and his methods look more appealing. But for the actual benefit of the patient, you really should have tampons for at least three days and a splint for at least a week. That said, purely as a technician, I still think Glušac (despite everything mentioned) is way more competent than someone like Zambelli or some of the newer private practitioners...

Of course I’m bringing up the doctor on a forum when I'm asking about him. It isn't some attempt at free advertising; I'm just trying to figure out my own specific situation.
Look, doctors are human, and mistakes happen to everyone. I’m sure every specialist mentioned here has plenty of success stories where everything went perfectly. At the end of the day, you just have to find a physician you actually trust—someone you feel comfortable leaving your life in their hands. That's really all there is to it.

As for the tampons, yeah, they were removed the next day, but I had internal supports in place, plus I had to wear a nasal splint for ten days afterward. Totally understandable.

My surgeon gave me a great nose; he’s an ENT, not some hyped-up celebrity doctor... though I wouldn't mind if the tip were just a tiny bit more refined.
There's a small bump under my eyebrow you can feel, but it isn't visible. It's been about a month and a half now. I'm not obsessing over every microscopic detail because, honestly, after how bad my old nose was, I wasn't expecting perfection—just something better. Surgery is surgery; surgeons are artists, which means they won't hit every single millimeter of what you requested perfectly. That's just impossible.
When I look at what other people get done and compare it to my old nose, it makes sense why people nitpick these little things. But when you start with a truly ugly, crooked nose and end up with something small and straight, you learn to be satisfied with the results.
Not that I mean to sound rude or arrogant, that's just my take on it. 🙂
The only thing I actually care about right now is how to deal with these dark circles under my eyes. They are incredibly prominent after the surgery. Does anyone know if specific compresses help dull them down even a little?

Lisa Martinez72 said:Personally, my surgeon did an amazing job on my nose. He’s an ENT, not some hyped-up celebrity doctor... though I wouldn't mind if the tip was just a tiny bit more subtle.
There's still a little bump you can feel under my eyebrow, but it isn't visible. It's been about a month and a half now, and I'm not obsessing over every microscopic detail. After taking such a hit, I wasn't expecting absolute perfection—just a better nose. Surgery is surgery; these doctors are artists, which means they won't nail every single millimeter exactly how you dictated, because let's face it, that's impossible.
When I look at what else people get done and compare it to how my nose used to look, it makes sense why people nitpick those little things. But when you start with a really ugly, hooked nose and end up with something small and straight, you're going to be happy with the results.
Anyway, I don't mean to sound rude or arrogant, that's just my take on it. 🙂
The only thing I'm actually worried about right now is how to deal with these dark circles under my eyes after the surgery. They are incredibly noticeable and pretty ugly. Does anyone know if certain compresses help dull them down even a little?

Who was your surgeon?

fadedfalcon13 said:...I’ve been asking all the women who have seen him or are planning to, what their reasoning is. Most of us in this discussion seem to agree that an ENT specialist from somewhere like Chicago would be a better fit. They just tend to have more hands-on experience when it comes to breaking nasal bones, fixing septums, and stitching things up. I’m not saying another surgeon *can't* do it—I’m definitely not saying they’re incapable—but common sense tells you that for such a delicate procedure on the most visible part of your face, you go to the specialists. It’s like choosing a plastic surgeon for a breast augmentation; you aren't going to some general practitioner who specializes in sinus issues just because they have a private practice.

To be honest, Zambelli is a new name to me too... but he actually had the fewest negative comments so far. I think I might be the first person here to ask about him in ages, and look where that gets me! Now I'm genuinely torn. Cikojević isn't really an option for me because everyone says his results all look identical. Who do you think would actually be the best choice? Did you happen to have the same procedure done yourself? (I don't want to spend all day digging through the forums...) Cheers!😁

Lisa Martinez72 said:all I care about right now is how to get rid of these dark circles under my eyes after surgery. They are incredibly dark and impossible to hide. Can any kind of compress actually help dull them down even a little bit?

Try cold compresses—you can pick some up pretty cheap online—and alternate them with chamomile tea bags. Personally, I just stick to a natural balm since you really shouldn't be putting random products anywhere near your eyes this soon.

analogbison15 said:Is it alright if I go in for a full facial cleaning? It’s been exactly one month today☕.

If you can find some photos, that would be great; I know plenty of people who went to Dr. Miller and ended up looking pretty unhappy with how pointy their new noses turned out—for many, the tip was just way too lifted and exaggerated, which wasn't really what they were aiming for in the first place.

Maria Rodriguez75, when it comes to picking a surgeon, honestly, it's a toss-up. Just don't lean too heavily on internet forums, since they're often just playgrounds for people running undercover ads. Take everything you read there with a healthy grain of salt. If I can give you one piece of advice, stay far away from Dr. Weaver or Dr. Sterling.

I actually know a girl whose nasal pyramid was completely ruined while they were trying to narrow her nasal bones. To make matters worse, he was incredibly cocky about it, basically telling her that it was just an inherent risk and that he bore zero responsibility as a surgeon. He tends to be quite arrogant and blunt during consultations; if you go alone, trust me, you'll pick up on it immediately. I'm not saying a plastic surgeon needs to be soft, sweet, or overly sugary—I've had my fill of those types—but a basic level of courtesy wouldn't hurt in a situation like this.

analogotter43 said:Use cold compresses—you can grab some at CVS, they're cheap—and rotate them with chamomile tea compresses. I just use a natural ointment since you can't risk putting anything else that close to your eye.

Thanks. 😁I'll give that a shot tomorrow.😁

fadedfalcon13 said:It’s honestly wild how right after someone calls out certain private practices, these random ladies pop up on the forum like they just fell from the sky, all like, "Oh, let me tell you about my experience!" 🤔Look, nobody is saying Zambelli—or any private doctor for that matter—can't do a good job. At the end of the day, it’s a total lottery. When you're doing a massive volume of surgeries, you’re obviously going to have a certain number of fails or mistakes that need fixing. It’s just basic math. But what I really want to know is why anyone would actually choose him. Setting aside the fact that he’s the president of the association of aesthetic surgeons and has all those fancy credentials... he’s a top-tier surgeon when it comes to implants and plastic surgery, sure. But he really shot to fame in the wider public eye and on forums after Severina (and she got it for free, mind you, zero cost) had her nose done by him.

Before that, I guarantee nobody had ever even heard his name being linked to noses. And then, suddenly, all these women start showing up on the forum saying they went to him. Some were raving about it. And a bunch of others? They just vanished—never came back to give any follow-up info. I remember reading a post from one girl who basically said that given the hype and the price she paid, she was expecting something way better.

...I mean, I’m asking all the girls who have been there or are planning to go: explain to me why you’d do it. Most of us in this thread pretty much agreed that an ENT would be a much more logical choice. You know, someone who actually specializes in breaking nose bones, fixing deviated septums, and doing reconstructions. I’m not saying other surgeons can’t do it—it's not like they're banned from performing those procedures—but if you use any common sense, it's obvious: when it comes to such a delicate procedure on the face—which is literally the most exposed part of your body—you go to the specialists for that specific area. It’s like, if you want breast implants or a lift, you go to a plastic surgeon. You don't go to some ENT with a private practice who spends his day checking sinuses.

Since you brought up Dr. Glušac, I guess I'll finally give you my full take on him. Up until two years ago, I actually thought Glušac was one of the most competent people in the country when it came to nose jobs. If you look at his CV, he spent time in the States doing advanced training at clinics that specialize specifically in rhinoplasty. So, I assumed he probably picked up some really solid, practical experience. The guy mostly handles rhinos and septoplasties; you could say noses are his core business. Even though his clinic is officially registered for reconstructive and plastic surgery, most of his workload is centered on noses. One surgeon I know—a family friend of my dad's who is actually a department head at a hospital—even told me that among private practitioners, Glušac is actually two steps ahead of everyone else, and there aren't many high-end options left in Washington, D.C. or the rest of the US anyway.

What changed my mind, though, were certain cases that happened with him. Like I said, with a huge number of surgeries, you always get a small percentage of unwanted scenarios and complications. Some of these cases were actually discussed right here on the forum. If you're curious, just type his name into the search bar and the forum will spit out the exact posts. I don't want to get into a whole deep dive about them right now, but just judge for yourself what’s going on, especially regarding the relationship between the surgeon and the patients.

That’s one of the main reasons why I’d steer clear of him, for now. 🙄Look, the guy definitely has experience, I'll give him that. But honestly? I don't know how you're feeling about it, but if I were being treated like some kind of guinea pig for someone testing out "new techniques" and experimental procedures, I wouldn't be able to sleep at night. Sure, it could turn out amazing, or it could go totally south—like, "waste half your life savings on corrective surgery" south. 🤦

Plus, I’ve got a bone to pick with him because he oversimplifies some really crucial steps. Take nasal packing, for example. Back when I was studying medicine, we learned that after any kind of nasal trauma, you absolutely have to keep those tampons in for several days. They act as stabilizers along with a splint to make sure the bones actually fuse back together properly. It feels like he’s downplaying the importance of certain things just to make himself look like a superstar. If you actually care about the patient's outcome, you should be looking at at least three days of packing and a week in a splint. As for the surgeon himself, regardless of everything else, I think Glušac is way more competent than some Zambelli or those newer private guys like Bagatin.

We aren't just some "random girls on a forum"; we are people who have spent two or more years hunting for solutions and surgeons for problems we actually deal with!!! Personally, I only found out about Dr. Zambelli right here on this forum. Before this, I hadn't even heard his name or knew what he did (butt lifts, tummy tucks, whatever...). I have to admit, I spent a long time agonizing over the decision, questioning everything, and reaching out to women who had already gone under his knife!! And let’s be clear—I’m not trying to praise him or push anyone toward him. I’m just sharing my own experience in case it helps someone decide, because I remember exactly how vital that was for me when I was scouring forums reading everyone else's stories. At the end of the day, it's up to each individual to decide . My experience is simply that, in my specific case, a plastic surgeon actually did a better job than a specialist who focuses on that area specifically—and again, I’m saying *in my case*, not necessarily for everyone!!! Before him, I had two consultations with ENT specialists. I knew they were experts, but they just didn't sit right with me. Maybe it was the fear of a failed surgery, especially since one of them told me my nose looked perfect when, in reality, I still couldn't breathe through it!!! So, my take is that all perspectives are valid. Everyone needs to make their own choice regarding their operator so they don't end up with regrets later!!!!

Chris Moore3 said:Look, we aren't just some "random internet girls"; we’re people who have spent two or more years hunting for actual solutions and surgeons for problems we're dealing with!!! Personally, I actually found out about Dr. Zambelli right here on this forum. Before this, I hadn't heard a single word about him or what he does (lifts, tummy tucks, whatever...). I have to admit, I spent a long time agonizing over the decision, questioning everything, and reaching out to women who had already gone under his knife!! And let’s be clear, I’m not trying to hype him up or force anyone's hand; I’m just sharing my own experience in case it helps someone else choose. I know firsthand how vital that was for me when I was scouring forums reading about other people's journeys. At the end of the day, it's entirely up to the individual to decide. My take is that in my specific case, a plastic surgeon actually did a better job than a specialist who focuses on that area exclusively—and again, I'm speaking only for myself, not saying it's true for everyone!!! Before him, I had two consultations with an ENT specialist. I knew they were experts, but something just felt off. Maybe it was the fear of a botched surgery, especially since one specialist told me my nose looked "perfect," even though I still couldn't breathe through it!!! So, my thought is that all perspectives are valid. Everyone should make their own choice regarding their operator so they don't end up full of regret later!!!!

And thank you for that!! 😵 I think I'm definitely going with Zambelli too... I just need to wait until next year to save up enough cash! Some unexpected expenses popped up and wiped most of my savings out.👎

Just because someone is an ENT doesn't mean they have the actual skill or experience for nose surgery, whether it's simple or complex. Of course, an average ENT knows way more than most other surgeons since they spent their residency focusing on it. By default, you're safer in the hands of an ENT specialist.

Chris Moore3, can you tell us about your first surgery? Had you seen a surgeon before that?
If so, who was it? And just because Zambelli fixed your breathing issue or that high septal deviation, it doesn't mean some other experienced ENT couldn't have done the same if you'd trusted them. But me? I wouldn't go under the knife for my nose with someone who built their entire career on silicone injections and liposuction... 🙄 Unless I had much stronger guarantees and references for that surgeon.

As for Dr. Zam, all we know is he worked on Severina's cartilage and tip, but nobody ever saw the results. From what I follow in the celebrity news scene, the story didn't end there. She ended up seeing other surgeons later for more procedures, including nose corrections. Using Severina as a reference for anything is pretty ridiculous.

Maria Rodriguez75 said:and thank you for that!! 😵 I think I definitely will
..I just need to wait until next year to save up enough! Some unexpected expenses popped up, so most of my savings are gone👎

If nobody has managed to convince you yet that when your tooth hurts, you go to a dentist—not a gynecologist or an eye doctor—then you get the point. It's the same for your nose. I'm not looking to debate this further. 🤦 Just decide for yourself. When you're finally going under the knife and dropping two or two and a half thousand dollars, you'll know who you want to go to.