Rhinoplasty: Experiences and recovery tips?

Brandon Bennett said:I'm 18. A year ago, I broke my nose from a heavy impact. It was so bad the ER doctors wouldn't even attempt to reset it; I had a bump and it was deviated. I finally had surgery with some specialists a few days ago. So far, it looks good. They removed the packing today, and for the first time in a year, I can breathe through both nostrils. Before this, my left side was at 20% capacity and my right was at 50%. There wasn't any pain after the procedure, just discomfort from the packing and nausea from the antibiotics. I also dealt with constant strep throat all year because everything was draining down my throat since it couldn't clear through my nose. Removing the packing wasn't even that bad, though one internal stitch popped and I bled a little. I asked if that was normal, and the doctor said it happens and it’s fine. Is that actually okay? Everything seems alright so far.

You were already used to barely breathing, so the packing probably didn't feel like much. I had mine in for seven days. I didn't feel human again until they came out. As for the stitch, it's likely fine. If it were a real issue, a local clinic would fix it immediately. My doctor told me the same thing—he mentioned that if a minor issue like that arises, it can be handled under local anesthesia. But honestly, as far as I know, that rarely happens.
The worst part is over, thank God.

John Cox8 said:I mentioned my own nose surgery experience earlier, and honestly, reading about how some people handle it makes me wonder. Every surgery—whether you're doing it for looks or for breathing—is still major surgery. But I've realized that once people see the final result, they tend to brush off all the rough patches. They tell themselves it wasn't that bad, even if it was. It's like looking at a finished house after a messy construction site; you just forget the dust and the noise.
I think he might start feeling better regarding the pain by tomorrow. And honestly, things change completely once those nasal tampons come out. That’s when the real relief hits. For me, sleep was non-existent. I could manage during the day, but nights were a total disaster. I lived for the sunrise. If I even drifted off for a second, I’d jerk awake feeling like I was suffocating—breathing through my mouth, that stuffed-up sensation, all the drainage... it was brutal. Once the doctors removed the packing, everything vanished. So, don't sweat it; this is all totally normal. He just needs a little patience. In about six days, he'll feel like a new man.
Best wishes and good luck.
👍

Thanks for the info. I really hope those six days fly by for him...

fadedraven192 said:Thanks for the info. I really hope those six days pass quickly...

They certainly will. It’ll go much faster than it feels right now. Besides, you know how men are—they can be quite affectionate.
No problem at all, 🙂

Hey everyone—just wanted to say hello.
I thought I’d jump in here and join the conversation too...🙂

I've spent months researching nose surgery—looking at both functional repairs and aesthetic tweaks—scouring the web and reading through countless reviews from local doctors and surgeons in my area...

Even while searching, I found myself quite taken with the doctor's website—it really was quite impressive. Duje Ostojić I just went ahead and scheduled my checkup—fingers crossed everything goes smoothly.$67).
So, the doctor finished my exam and mentioned I have a slight deviated septum—plus some widening in my nasal turbinates (I can't quite recall the technical term for it)—but nothing too major.
I actually brought up the idea of cosmetic surgery to him—and honestly, he insisted my nose was already quite nice—but I couldn't get past that little bump on the right side and the width of the bridge... so I decided to go through with a minor correction anyway. I made sure to tell him I definitely didn't want to end up looking like Miss Piggy—which, let's face it, is a valid fear—and he reassured me that it wouldn't be an obvious overhaul. He promised he’d just smooth out the bump so the change remains subtle, yet still leaves me looking my best.

I did my due diligence and ran all the necessary research before moving forward—I ended up having the procedure done in mid-January—and I have to say, I couldn't be happier with the results.
Top-tier service—and even better results!🙂👍

Nosić is essentially exactly who he’s always been—just with a little extra polish added to the edges—if that’s even the right way to put it, since I really didn't have much of a nose to begin with...
I had surgery under general anesthesia—nothing to complain about, really—though I did feel a bit lightheaded when I tried to stand up too quickly right after waking up. No nausea or anything like that, thankfully.
I have to admit—I was pretty skeptical when he told me that I wouldn't feel a single thing after the surgery... nothing at all. But I couldn't have been more wrong. It truly didn't hurt—not even a bit—and that’s considering I had both the functional and the cosmetic procedures done.
The only part that felt a bit uncomfortable—and honestly, a little bit painful—was removing the tampon on the fourth day after my surgery—but even then, it was over in a heartbeat.
Nosić is still a little swollen—though thankfully the bruising has finally cleared up. In my experience, those marks usually linger for about ten days—not all at once, of course, but they tend to fade in waves.

I’ve shared a few thoughts regarding my experience with the surgery itself—perhaps not in exhaustive detail, but... well, you get the idea.

Why I recommend Dr. Duje Ostojić—it really comes down to his approach. He just has this way of making you feel heard—which is rare these days—and his expertise is truly second to none.
I’ve had some pretty disappointing experiences with surgeons in the past—for instance, I once visited a well-known specialist in Chicago, only to have him yawn right in my face while examining me. He charged me a full consultation fee for what felt like a sixty-second appointment... that's just one example of the lack of care I've encountered. I should mention that I tend toward perfectionism, so I can be quite picky about who I trust. Dr. Duje was different—he actually took the time to perform a thorough exam and spoke with such a calm, steady demeanor. He listened intently to every single question and concern I had, even walking me through all the potential complications (though, from what I can tell, they are incredibly rare—I don't think he's dealt with any since moving into private practice). I did share a few stories regarding his colleagues, and his response was incredibly classy—he insisted that he must remain professional and felt it wouldn't be fair to comment on their work, though he made sure I knew he was listening to me.
My sister, Jelena, is incredibly kind—she’ll happily try to answer any questions you have, whether that's over a quick phone call or just catching up in person.
Even before the surgery, he told me I could call him anytime—even in the middle of the night—if I felt anxious or just had extra questions. After the procedure, once I was back home, he actually called me that first evening, then again the next day and the third day, just to check in on my pain levels and see how I was holding up. Honestly, I can't say enough about how much I appreciate that level of care. 🙂

Dr. Duje Ostojić! 👍 👍

If you have any other questions—please, don't hesitate to ask—I'll do my absolute best to get back to you as quickly as I can.

Hi there—just checking in! 😍

Hey everyone!! So, the surgery is finally over... and honestly? I am beyond thrilled!! They used local anesthesia, so I didn't feel a thing—actually, I don't remember much of anything at all...
It’s kind of wild how good I already feel, considering I'm already sitting here on my laptop when I had the procedure just this morning...
The nurses were actually telling me that the nose looks perfect!!
There’s zero pain, just some dressings for now... and I get the packing removed this Monday!!
Anyway, that's all the news from my side for now!

driftingpuma26 said:hey guys!! surgery is done.. I'm stoked!! used local anesthesia so I felt zero and don't remember a thing..
you have no idea how good I feel already, I'm literally on my laptop and the surgery was just this morning..
The nurses say my nose looks perfect!!
Zero pain, just some bandages.. getting the packing out on Monday!!
That's all I've got for now!

Glad to hear it 👋
Enjoy 😉

Does anyone happen to know the going rate for a purely cosmetic rhinoplasty under general anesthesia with Glumičić?

[QUOTE=kroketica;24809106]I wouldn't say only half the work was done. Cutting the lip muscle isn't usually necessary for long noses because their length actually causes them to droop when talking or smiling—they already trend downwards. After surgery, the tip is lifted slightly (not enough to look like a pig nose, obviously), and since facial expressions are part of smiling, you can't just freeze your face for the sake of your nose, but generally, the nose ends up shorter so there's nothing left to droop.
Well, it really comes down to how the surgeon executes it. From what I know, Ostojić is pretty much the only one who cuts that muscle in the New York City area.

I'm getting my cast off tomorrow, so I'll let you all know how it looks, but so far, so good. You can already tell the nose is smaller, especially since I have such a small face.[/QUOTE

I had my rhinoplasty done by Glumičić because my nose was way too long! He did cut that muscle near the lip (that little ridge you can feel above your teeth)... it was necessary because my nose used to droop whenever I smiled.
I'm not sure why you think only Ostojić does that. Plenty of doctors perform that procedure!
Now, when I laugh, my nose doesn't budge even a millimeter! It's honestly great. I don't look like a witch anymore.😉[/QUOTE]

John Cox8 said:They definitely will, probably much faster than it looks right now. And you know how guys can be—they tend to play the martyr a little bit.
No problem at all, 🙂

haha...there's a grain of truth in there...men can be a bit dramatic, which makes things a little tougher to navigate...I’m reading some of these posts and honestly, I find it hard to believe that some people felt absolutely zero pain after surgery. My guy is still hurting just as much, and they won't even be removing the packing until Monday...but the doctor did mention his deviated septum was pretty severe—like, top-tier bad—so I think that plays a role. Recovery is such an individual thing, isn't it? It varies so much from person to person, just like the procedure itself. The swelling in his face is finally starting to go down today, so I'm hoping he'll feel a bit more like himself tomorrow. I am curious though, does removing the packing hurt a lot? The doctor told us to have him take something for the pain on Monday morning. He mentioned he used some newer types of packing that are supposed to be way better than the old-school stuff, but still. Also, have you heard of cases where rhinitis or other issues come back after the fact? Thanks so much for the info... cheers...

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Hello, everyone.
I suppose I should weigh in on this discussion as well...🙂

For months now, I’ve been obsessively researching rhinoplasty—both for functional breathing issues and purely aesthetic reasons. I have spent countless hours scouring the internet, digging through medical forums, and deep-diving into the websites of local surgeons right here in my hometown.

Even while searching through various resources, I found myself quite impressed by the doctor's website. Duje Ostojić I just scheduled my checkup.$67).
So, I went in for an exam, and the doctor informed me that I’m dealing with a slight septal deviation along with some enlarged nasal turbinates—I can't quite recall the exact clinical terminology they used at the moment.
I actually consulted him regarding cosmetic surgery, and while he insisted my nose was already quite lovely, I couldn't ignore that small bump on the right side or the width of the bridge. I eventually made the decision to go through with a minor correction. During our discussion, I made it very clear that I had absolutely no intention of ending up looking like Miss Piggy; in response, he assured me that wouldn't happen. He promised he would simply smooth out the bump without making any drastic changes, ensuring the end result would be subtle yet perfectly refined.

I conducted all the necessary research myself before pulling the trigger, eventually scheduling the procedure for mid-January of this year. Looking back now, I can say with absolute certainty that I am beyond satisfied with the outcome.
Top-tier service matched only by the results themselves!🙂👍

Nosić hasn't actually changed that much; she’s just been heavily enhanced—let's put it that way, since I certainly didn't start out with much of a nose to begin with.
I underwent surgery under general anesthesia, and honestly, I didn't have any major issues with the process itself. The only thing I noticed was a brief moment of lightheadedness when I tried to stand up too quickly after waking up, but I never dealt with any nausea or vomiting or anything of that nature.
I have to admit, I was incredibly skeptical when he promised me that I wouldn't feel a single thing after the surgery. Honestly, I thought he was just being optimistic to calm my nerves. As it turns out, I was dead wrong. I underwent both functional and cosmetic procedures, and the recovery was remarkably smooth—it truly didn't hurt at all.
The only thing that caused even a hint of discomfort was removing my tampon on the fourth day after surgery, though honestly, that was over in a heartbeat.
My nose is still a little swollen, but the bruising has finally cleared up. In my experience, those marks usually hang around for about ten days, though they don't stay quite that intense the whole time.

I’ve put together a brief account of my own experience undergoing the surgery—perhaps I haven't gone into quite enough detail, but there is much to be said.

Why I advocate for Dr. Duje Ostojić.
I’ve consulted several surgeons before him, and frankly, most of them left a bitter taste in my mouth. I remember walking into the office of one prominent surgeon—someone you'd expect to be top-tier—only to have him yawn right in my face multiple times while he was examining me. He charged me a full consultation fee for what amounted to sixty seconds of his time. That’s just one instance of the lack of decorum I've encountered. I should probably mention that I tend toward perfectionism by nature, which makes me incredibly picky about who I trust with my health. Dr. Duje was the only one who actually treated me like a human being. He conducted a thorough examination and spoke with a calm, composed demeanor. He took the time to listen to every single one of my concerns and questions, and he didn't shy away from outlining all potential complications—even though, in my experience, those risks are minimal and he hasn't seemed to encounter any since moving into private practice. During our talk, I shared a few anecdotes regarding some of his peers, and his response was telling. He maintained that his priority is remaining professional with his patients; he refused to disparage his colleagues, noting it wouldn't be fair, yet he remained attentive to everything I had to say.
Helen is far too polite for her own good, but she’ll make an effort to address whatever questions you throw her way, whether that's over a phone call or in person.
Even before the surgery, he made it clear that I could call him at any hour—even in the middle of the night—if I felt anxious or had follow-up questions. That kind of accessibility isn't something you see every day. After the procedure, once I was back home, he actually reached out to check on me that first evening, and then again on the following two days just to monitor my recovery and see if the pain was manageable. It was a level of attentive, proactive care that truly impressed me. Respect where it's due. 🙂

Dr. Duje Ostojić! 👍 👍

If any further questions come to mind, don't hesitate to ask; I will do my best to get back to you as quickly as possible.

Best, 😍

I’m genuinely glad you reached out. I actually underwent surgery with him myself—though not on my nose—and he left an equally stellar impression on me. It’s funny looking back at how skeptical I was during those initial consultations. 🤣
It really is a shame that we don't see many doctors of his caliber anymore.
He even followed up with me after my own procedure. For now, I'm just monitoring things, though I am still weighing my options for future work...😛

Took the cast off today. The nose looks alright, I guess, but you can still tell it's leaning a little bit to one side. I'm honestly not sure if it'll straighten itself out once the swelling finally goes down, or if I'll end up having to go back under the knife for a second surgery.

Finished all my checkups today. I'm feeling good 😁 and ready for surgery 😛
Just waiting on the clock now. Need this to go by fast and end well 😍

Ashley Young34 said:I’ve finished running all my tests today, and I’m officially in the clear. 😁 I am ready for surgery. 😛
Now, I am simply waiting for the clock to run out, hoping this entire ordeal passes quickly and reaches a favorable conclusion. 😍

Don't worry, everything is going to turn out just fine. 😉
Once this whole ordeal is finally over, you’re going to look so incredible that it’ll be nothing short of divine.
There is absolutely nothing to fear. You are in capable, steady hands. Before you know it, you’ll be checking in with us yourself, sporting a brand-new look and a bright smile, telling everyone just how thrilled you are with the results. 😍

If I were in your shoes, waiting on surgery, I’d try to pile as much onto my plate as possible right now. I made a point of staying constantly busy just to keep my mind from spiraling into anxiety over the procedure. And yet, despite all that effort to stay distracted, I still found myself checking this forum at least fifteen times a day. 😂

Kate Thompson45 said:Look, everything’s gonna be fine! 😉
Once you're done, you're gonna look incredible—total knockout.
Don't sweat it. You're in good hands. In a few days, you'll be back here posting photos of your new nose and lips, telling us how much you love the results! 😍

While you're waiting for the surgery, try to stay busy. I used to bury myself in work just to keep my mind off things... though I still ended up checking this forum like 15 times a day! 😂

Thanks for the pep talk 😉. Hopefully it all goes smooth 😛. Oh, I forgot to mention—I decided against the lip filler this time 🤣. It felt a little too risky for me 😁. You're right, though, I need to stay busy so I don't obsess over the surgery 😁
. It's scheduled for February 22nd. I'll update everyone once it's over 😍
. Xoxo 😘

hey everyone..

so I recently went under the knife for some nose surgery. I actually broke it when I was a kid, and the bone just didn't heal right—even though from the outside you couldn't really tell. It looked flat, maybe just a tiny bit too large for my face, but honestly, that was mostly just my own perception. But as time went on, the breathing issues started getting more and more annoying, so I finally pulled the trigger on the procedure. I had a deviated septum, too.

Since I’d already made up my mind, I asked the surgeon if he could maybe slightly shorten it—you know, make it look a little more feminine without doing a total overhaul. To be honest, the thought of waking up and not recognizing myself was kind of terrifying. I know, sounds silly...😛

Anyway.. the surgery lasted a few hours (the doctor was incredibly meticulous and careful) and once I woke up, I felt great. No nausea, no vomiting, nothing! By that same day, I was already sitting up in bed watching TV and having visitors..

I wasn't swollen at all, nor did I have any bruising. My eyes were watering constantly, though—just two days straight. On the second day, there was a little swelling, but nothing major, and the bruising was already turning yellow. I wasn't in any pain. I headed home on the third day and rested for about a week and a half, though by the one-week mark, everything had flattened out and the bruises were gone..
Removing the packing wasn't painful at all, nor was removing the plastic splints. For a while, the bone itself was tender to the touch, but that's normal; apparently, that can last anywhere from 6 to 12 months.

If I'm being real, the worst part was the sleep deprivation during that first week. I couldn't sleep on my back, which was exhausting, and my throat felt absolutely terrible because I was forced to breathe through my mouth. But.. as soon as they took the packing out, the throat pain stopped, and by the second week, I was finally able to sleep normally..

It was worth it. I know I won't see the true final result until the coming months once everything is fully healed and settled, but I'm already really happy with it. You forget those minor pains and discomforts almost immediately.. those are just fleeting moments, but the nose stays..🙂

p.s. I went through my insurance for this, and honestly, I couldn't be happier with how it went. Everyone was incredibly kind—from the hospital staff and the surgical team to the nurses on the ward, both before and after, even during follow-ups... everyone who sees my nose says it looks incredible.🙂

The best thing you can do is just not dwell on the surgery itself. I basically ignored its existence until the moment I checked into the hospital. I didn't want to waste any energy being anxious, so I just didn't talk about it... watching those horror stories on TV about nose surgeries is honestly the worst part.

I guess everyone has their own way of coping... for me, just tuning everything out worked perfectly.😛

The night before the procedure, they give you a sleeping pill, so you drift off nice and easy. Then in the morning, right before the anesthesia, they give you a sedative (which is mandatory), you fall asleep, wake up, and it's all over...😛

Good luck!🙂

Ashley Young34 said:I appreciate the encouragement. 😉I’m hopeful that everything will turn out alright. 😛I should probably mention that I’ve officially thrown in the towel on the oral side of things this time around. 🤣To be honest, I still feel like that’s pushing the risk factor a bit too far. 😁You’re right. I need to stay busy—keep my head down and stack up as much work as possible. If I can keep my mind occupied with constant tasks, maybe I won't have to dwell on the upcoming surgery. 😁
I will provide an update on February 22nd. I'll let you know once everything is finalized. 😍
pusa 😘

I appreciate the kiss, but don't get ahead of yourself; we have at least another hundred messages to exchange before February 22nd rolls around. 😂
By any chance, my father's birthday actually falls on the very same day as your surgery, so I am certain this will be a lucky day!
Go ahead, keep drowning yourself in work. I’m sure that’ll be just incredibly helpful for you.

Look, you should definitely get your hair removal sorted before the surgery. Recovery is an unpredictable business, and there is absolutely no reason to be dealing with that kind of inconvenience when you're trying to focus on healing. It’s just common sense. 😍

I forgot—it’s a shame about your lips, but once you get that nose sorted out, everything will look much better. Besides, there are those cosmetic products nowadays designed specifically to make your lips swell up using mint and chili extracts 😉.
Another solution: you just need to kiss a lot, and honestly, it works! 😘

Kate Thompson45 said:Thanks for the kiss, but we’re gonna be messaging back and forth a hundred more times before February 22nd. 😂
By the way, my dad's birthday happens to fall right on the day of your surgery, so I KNOW it’s gonna be a good day!
Just stay busy. It really helps.

Oh, and definitely get your hair waxed before the procedure. Who knows how recovery will go—you don't want that on your mind too. 😍

Sweet, then your dad and I can celebrate together 😛. I'll get everything sorted before the surgery, thanks for the tip 😁. As for the lip filler, I'm passing on that since it involves cutting, and I'm too paranoid about things getting complicated 😲. Besides, I can always get a little filler later, but I don't even need it when I look at some of this greenery 🤣.
Kisses 😘 and we'll talk soon either way 😉.

Maria Barnes58 said:hey girls..

I recently had nose surgery. I broke it when I was a kid and the bone healed wrong. It didn't look bad from the outside—it actually looked pretty straight, maybe just a tiny bit too big for my face, but that was mostly just my own thing. But over time, breathing became such a massive issue that I finally pulled the trigger on the surgery. I had a deviated septum too.

Since I’d already decided to do it, I asked the doctor if he could slightly shorten it—make it look a little more feminine without changing my whole face. Honestly, I was terrified I wouldn't recognize myself anymore. I know, sounds crazy...😛

Anyway.. the surgery took a few hours (the doctor was incredibly precise and meticulous). When I woke up, I felt great. No nausea, no vomiting, nothing. By that same day, I was already sitting up in bed watching TV and having visitors..

The swelling wasn't bad at all, and I barely had any bruising. My eyes were watering constantly, though—for two days straight. On the second day, there was some minor swelling, but not much, and the bruises were already turning yellow. I wasn't in pain. I went home on the third day and rested for about a week and a half. Within a week, everything had flattened out and the bruises were gone..
Removing the packing wasn't painful at all, nor was removing the plastic films. My bone was tender to the touch for a while, but that's normal and can last 6-12 months.

Real talk: the worst part was the sleep deprivation during the first week because I couldn't sleep on my back. That was exhausting, and my throat burned like hell since I had to breathe through my mouth. But once they took the packing out, the throat pain stopped and I was sleeping normally again by the second week..

It was worth it. I know I won't see the final result until the swelling fully goes down in the coming months, but I'm already stoked. You forget the minor aches and discomfort immediately.. those moments pass, but the nose stays..🙂

thanks for the info 😉, wishing you a fast recovery so you get the nose you've always wanted 😉