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Rhinoplasty recovery: What to expect?

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Raymond Sanchez7 Raymond Sanchez7 Member
23 messages
joined Aug 2008
#121 ·
I can say without any hesitation that Dr. Borić is my absolute recommendation.
I haven’t heard a single negative thing about him, and personally, my own results have been nothing short of phenomenal.
I realize that a lot of this depends on individual tissue response, but here I am just two weeks post-op and I am beyond thrilled with the outcome... my nose looks completely natural, even though I was told it usually takes at least two months before things really start to settle into place.
He doesn't go around bragging or throwing his colleagues under the bus; he is a true professional through and through.
I actually received my referral from someone who used to work in facial plastic surgery, so if you are unsure, I suppose it wouldn't hurt to at least schedule a consultation.
To be honest, I have always steered clear of those surgeons who over-advertise or spend their time badmouthing everyone else in the field.
My other piece of advice would be to see a few different specialists, so you can eventually just listen to your intuition...☕
Raymond Sanchez7 Raymond Sanchez7 Member
23 messages
joined Aug 2008
#122 ·
Furthermore, Zambelli considers himself some kind of self-proclaimed "specialist."🙄
I’ve heard just about everything there is to hear regarding his reputation...
Anyway, steelangler88, I completely understand how you're feeling. I actually put together a rather lengthy post detailing my own decision-making process, along with everything involving the surgery and the recovery period over at Cosmetic Center—it's under the Aesthetic Surgery topic, so feel free to head over there and have a read if you're interested!👍
Raymond Sanchez7 Raymond Sanchez7 Member
23 messages
joined Aug 2008
#123 ·
Furthermore, I feel compelled to offer a bit of a defense for Smith...
The only real flaw in his repertoire is those unfortunate lips of his.
But he’s from the West Coast, and as far as I am aware, he specializes specifically in rhinoplasty.
Kinčl, on the other hand—much like Zambelli—seems more focused on aesthetics, fillers, and silicone work.
What I find truly fascinating, however, is that I’ve heard Glumičić claims to specialize in noses, yet everyone who has gone to him ended up with a disaster.
Even celebrities, who really should be serving as walking advertisements, have been caught in the crossfire.
Take, for instance, someone needing three procedures, or Ciganović-četiri requiring four... all under Glumičić's care.
I can't say for certain, but I was also terrified that my nose would end up looking pig-like; in truth, my nose was actually quite lovely, just broken with a slight deviation, and I simply wanted to smooth out that one irregularity because, without it, I essentially have a beautiful nose. Well, I got exactly what I asked for. There aren't any unsightly nostrils, nor does my nose look like it belongs in the sky; I am completely, utterly satisfied!
My advice to you is to simply go for a consultation with Borić, and then decide from there... Truly, believe me, the man knows exactly what he is doing. He is incredibly laid back, devoid of any melodrama or sycophancy.
Raymond Sanchez7 Raymond Sanchez7 Member
23 messages
joined Aug 2008
#124 ·
On the other hand, you have to account for those people who walk in expecting miracles and leave looking like they were sculpted by Hollywood plastic surgeons like Charlize Theron.
The most frustrating part is that these individuals tend to be the loudest voices in the room, spreading baseless misinformation and claiming they’re dissatisfied just for the sake of it...
As for the swelling around the nose, that is perfectly standard; in my experience, it can persist for up to four months following the procedure.
If they actually break the bones, I suppose the outcome is self-explanatory... though I still find it hard to believe that, for me, everything is finally settling into place.
Your nose isn't simply going to shift in the wrong direction after surgery—I wouldn't agree with Susan Scott5 on that matter...
The only way things would go sideways is if you ended up under some subpar surgeon, or if you suffered a significant impact or fall during that six-month recovery window.
Immediately following the operation, before the swelling takes over and the splint is applied, the surgeon can clearly see the results of their work. Once the inflammation and swelling kick in, things look different, but no amount of swelling can disfigure the nose... only a complete amateur at the operating table could manage that...
steelangler88 steelangler88 Member
12 messages
joined Jul 2013
#125 ·
Thanks so much, everyone😉

One thing is certain: I am clearly not ready to dive into this just yet. Not quite. I’m going to consult at least two more people—one private specialist and one doctor at a hospital—just so I can compare notes. It might sound silly, but honestly, I’m terrified that if I go with a subpar option, things will only get worse. I'll check in with that highly recommended Borić (to be honest, he's a new name to me) 😁 and maybe someone like Uglešić or Gorazd poj. Just enough to see what their take is.

I actually have this hunch that the hospital doctors might take a different approach; after all, private practitioners are working for themselves and chasing the big bucks. So, I really want to see if their perspectives on the situation differ. Thanks, guys—all the best to you.👋
Olivia Gonzalez11 Olivia Gonzalez11 Newcomer
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joined Feb 2009
#126 ·
In what sense do you truly believe that doctors working in public hospitals maintain a different approach than those in private practice? Do you honestly feel that hospital physicians are more conscientious or dedicated simply because they don't have direct financial incentives—aside from the occasional shady under-the-table dealings, of course? Personally, I find myself thinking that private practitioners might actually be more devoted to their patients and more focused on the quality of their work, primarily because they have so much more to lose; if they perform poorly, their reputation is ruined, whereas the public system tends to shield hospital doctors from such consequences. Any sensible private doctor prioritizes building a solid reputation over chasing a quick buck. Besides, let’s be realistic: almost any skilled hospital doctor will be performing private aesthetic procedures on their own time (for the money, naturally). Those who strictly stick to the hospital setting are often still just gaining experience. So, my take is that if you want a truly talented surgeon, you're going to have to pay the price regardless, and I suspect we'll see fewer and fewer of these procedures covered by insurance.

One thing is absolutely certain, and that is that I am clearly not ready to take this plunge just yet. Not quite. I intend to consult at least two more specialists—one in private practice and one in a hospital setting—just so I can compare their perspectives. It might sound a bit silly, but I am genuinely terrified that an attempt gone wrong could leave me looking even worse than I do now. I suppose I'll go see that highly praised Borić (to be perfectly honest, he's a new name to me) 😁 and perhaps check in with Uglešić or Gorazd poj, just to hear their professional takes.

I even have this lingering impression that hospital doctors might offer a different perspective, given that private practitioners are essentially running their own businesses for significant profit. I really want to see if their clinical outlooks differ. Thanks everyone, stay wonderful!👋
steelangler88 steelangler88 Member
12 messages
joined Jul 2013
#127 ·
I mean, I’m not entirely sure, which is exactly why I’m planning to visit several different specialists—both at major hospitals and private clinics—to get a clear picture. At the end of the day, an aesthetic surgeon is an aesthetic surgeon; I think how much effort someone puts in depends more on their individual drive than whether they work in a public hospital or a private practice. That much is true. But since I'm not just picking up a loaf of bread off a shelf...😁why shouldn't I look at both sides of the coin? You seem convinced there's no difference, but for me, it isn't just about having a "perfect" nose—in fact, I don't even want perfection. My priority is making sure it actually suits my face. There's a real risk that a doctor might focus on crafting a stunningly beautiful nose that looks completely out of place on the rest of my face. And they'd still be able to claim it's a "beautiful nose," adding it to their portfolio of successful cases to show future clients.
It’s not that I have anything against private practitioners—honestly, I don't🙂—it's just that I'm cautious. I need to be absolutely certain before I let anyone start cutting into my face.
rapidseal44 rapidseal44 Newcomer
2 messages
joined Aug 2008
#128 ·
Linda Hernandez15 said:Are you absolutely certain about that timeframe? Previously, it would have been two weeks. It seems like too minor an operation to be dealing with facial swelling for two full months...

I had nose surgery myself following an accident. The bruising under the eyes and those dark circles almost completely vanished within two weeks... while the nose takes a bit longer to settle. For him, recovery is a slower process, though it isn't even noticeable at all...

Regarding my own experience with nose surgery, I can say I had to endure some truly unpleasant pain afterward. And I’d likely have to go through it all over again :/ goodness...
Ashley Fox84 Ashley Fox84 Member
11 messages
joined May 2008
#129 ·
steelangler88 said:Thanks so much, everyone!😉

One thing’s for sure: I am clearly not ready to jump into this madness just yet. Not by a long shot. I’m going to go see at least two more people—one private specialist and one doctor at a major hospital—just so I can get some actual comparison. It might sound a little crazy, but honestly, I’m terrified that if I pick the wrong person, things could go from bad to worse. I think I’ll check in with that famous Borić guy (to be totally honest, he's the first I've ever heard of) 😁 and maybe someone like Uglešić or Gorazd poj. Just enough to see what their take is.

I actually have this hunch that the hospital doctors might have a totally different vibe, since private specialists are essentially running their own businesses and chasing those big bucks. I really want to see if their perspective on my situation differs. Thanks again, guys—you're the best!👋


The thing is, when you head into a public hospital, you usually don't get to handpick your surgeon; they basically just assign whoever is on duty. And even if you manage to snag a consultation with a specific doctor you like, there’s absolutely no guarantee they’ll be the one performing the surgery.
Plus, I don't know who your primary care physician is, but getting that many referrals for ENT specialists just to "shop around" is going to be an uphill battle. It's tough luck, really...
Rebecca Scott Rebecca Scott Member
11 messages
joined Apr 2007
#130 ·
Ashley Fox84 said:I think when you go to a public hospital, you don't really get a say in who treats you; they just assign you whoever is available. Even if you manage to get an exam with a specific doctor, there’s still no guarantee that they’ll be the one actually performing your surgery.
And honestly, regardless of who your primary care physician is, I doubt you could pull off getting enough referrals for ENT specialists just to shop around and compare doctors. It's tough luck...

That’s just flat-out wrong.
In the US, you pick your doctor, call the hospital, and ask if they're taking appointments with them. If they are, you're set. If not, you just take whatever slot works within their schedule. Once that doctor examines you and puts you on the surgical list, they are the ones operating on you—it isn't some random tenth person stepping in.
Sure, things happen—like a surgeon getting sick or something—but that's an outlier, not the standard procedure.
Ashley Fox84 Ashley Fox84 Member
11 messages
joined May 2008
#131 ·
My bad, I might have generalized a bit too much there. Maybe it just depends on which hospital you end up at—honestly, if you managed to get everything handled by the exact person you wanted, then major props to you (not sure where you went), but man... I basically bled out and fought with half the staff at my place just because I didn't want seven different doctors bouncing me around like a pinball. I just wanted one person to actually take charge and handle everything in one go.
Rebecca Scott Rebecca Scott Member
11 messages
joined Apr 2007
#132 ·
Ashley Fox84 said:Sorry, maybe I generalized a bit too much there without meaning to. Maybe it just depends on the hospital you go to—it's great if you managed to get everything handled by exactly who you wanted (I'm not sure where you were treated), but personally, I ended up bleeding out and arguing with half the staff just to make sure seven different doctors weren't running circles around me. I just wanted one person to handle the whole thing.

Look, I was talking specifically about the local community hospital. I didn't have a specific doctor in mind because I don't actually know anyone or have any recommendations. I just asked how to book an appointment. They told me that only Dr. Smith takes bookings, so I scheduled with him. He did the exam, set the surgery date, and performed the operation himself 🤷 — basically, he handled every single step. I had zero interaction with any other doctors (well, except for when they 😬)
Every day, two doctors are working in the outpatient clinic, but only Smith handles the scheduling. With the others, you just show up and wait. This way, you can actually see Doctor XY if that's who you specifically want. There’s really no chance they're going to force you to see some doctor you don't want...
Keep in mind, I'm strictly talking about my experience at the community hospital. I can't speak for any other hospitals.
John Mitchell John Mitchell Member
10 messages
joined Dec 2004
#133 ·
I did it. A long time ago, like 12 years back. Just a little bump on my nose—not even a deviated septum. 😁 Back then, the cost was maybe a couple thousand bucks, I think around $2667. Totally happy with it. Recovery was super fast. Honestly, zero regrets.
Oh, and—the actual surgery? I barely felt any pain. I remember the nurse asking if I wanted anything for the pain, and I just told her I was good because it really wasn't that bad.

The thing that actually sucked was getting the tampons pulled out of my nose, probably around day 3. But hey, you live and learn.

I looked pretty rough for a week or two with those black eyes, but after that, everything went smooth.
Joshua Chase Joshua Chase Newcomer
2 messages
joined Sep 2008
#134 ·
Does anyone happen to know which surgeon Lejla Šehović went to for her nose job?
I remember reading in an interview somewhere that she doesn't regret it at all and is actually pretty happy with the results.
Personally, I think her nose looks great—though I can't say the same for some of those other celebrities out there.
Olivia Gomez21 Olivia Gomez21 Newcomer
1 message
joined Jun 2008
#135 ·
Susan Scott5 said:steelangler88,

Zambelli told me regarding Kinčl, "that man isn't right; stay far away from him." 😲 Regarding Glumičić, I was told, "he really shouldn't be allowed to perform the procedures he does." 🙄.

And those are just the two most prominent figures; imagine the others who lack such experience and skill.

Zambelli was touted as the best, receiving praise everywhere in the plastic surgery forums. If you read through those threads, you'll find plenty of advice and testimonials. To me, however, he seemed completely indifferent, acting as if he just wanted to clear me out of his office because the waiting room was packed. And don't even get me started on the consultation process—it was all "maybe this, maybe not, we'll see." Honestly, you are the expert; it should be your job to tell me what my nose can actually handle.


Who on earth is praising Zambelli?????? People, please, use some common sense!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That man is solely interested in lasers and cash. The rush for laser treatments there is like being in a high-end beauty salon, but because the place is constantly swamped, he can't provide quality care to his patients. He charges a premium, then treats you like disposable trash just so he can move on to the next paying customer.

You hit the nail on the head; he was totally disinterested. My experience was identical to yours. Just hearing his name makes me uneasy.
Joshua Chase Joshua Chase Newcomer
2 messages
joined Sep 2008
#136 ·
Driven by nothing but pure greed, they end up becoming obnoxious and downright rude
Honestly, if I ever decided to get a nose job, I wouldn't even know who to trust
Most of them strike me as total egomaniacs who couldn't care less about what the patient actually wants
Ever since I started reading this thread, I’ve been having nightmares—waking up in a cold sweat thinking some surgeon botched my surgery and left me with half a nose or looking absolutely hideous
I can only imagine how it feels for people who ended up with a nose they never asked for, or worse, someone messed up so badly they can't even breathe properly
Pure horror
My advice? Stay far away from those loudmouthed little doctors who spend all their time flaunting themselves on the red Carpet
Melissa Ramirez53 Melissa Ramirez53 Newcomer
7 messages
joined May 2008
#137 ·
Goodness, I’ve been catching up on the recent posts—I haven't been around for nearly a month—and I find myself torn between how much I feel compelled to say and whether it might be wiser to just stay quiet. 🙂
So, first off, I suppose I should address all this dissatisfaction people are expressing regarding their results.
In my view, we are all fundamentally different individuals with our own unique anatomy; it’s simply not possible for every single nose to look identical after surgery, nor can they all achieve some impossible standard of perfection. We probably shouldn't be hunting for absolute flawlessness. If someone ends up with a tip that sits a bit low, or if there are minor irregularities here and there, it’s usually because the underlying structure of the nose itself is naturally asymmetrical in those spots. Certain things can certainly be corrected through surgery, but I doubt everything can be, and even if it could, we’d likely run the risk of looking like Michael Jackson. I think we ought to be able to make peace with our own faces to some degree, rather than expecting to wake up from anesthesia looking like we stepped straight off a magazine cover.
Regarding the whole issue of expectations versus reality, I should mention that when Dr. Smith first saw me, he noted immediately that the previous break was evident and that my right nostril was clearly obstructed. He also observed that the tip tends to droop because of a short muscle between the nose and the upper lip. I explained that my goal was to fix the aftermath of the fracture—the small bump and the breathing issues—but I also wanted a more refined tip that wouldn't sag, but rather stay level. He showed me photos of his previous work, most of which featured these incredibly tiny, dainty noses, but I told him quite firmly that such a look would be far too small for my face. I really don't want a radical transformation in size or shape; I just want to fix what bothers me while still looking like myself. He actually agreed that a tiny nose wouldn't suit my features and respected my wish to keep the changes minimal. He also mentioned that he always honors the patient's wishes, even if he personally thinks a smaller nose might look better—he listens to the patient.
As for Dr. Smith, he was both professional and genuinely friendly; he knows how to joke around and communicate like a normal human being, and I honestly can't find anything negative to say about him. The billing process was straightforward, and he didn't act like he was just trying to squeeze money out of me—in fact, I should mention that he actually performed one part of the procedure free of charge, even though it normally would have cost an extra $200.
And, unfortunately, he didn't exactly hold my hand through the recovery process. 😁 😂
wearyhawk122 wearyhawk122 Newcomer
4 messages
joined Jun 2008
#138 ·
loneridge3 said:I’m actually super curious about this too! If anyone here has gone through this, please, please share your experience with us. Thank you! 🙂

Me too! I’m dying to know. I actually went to see Dr. Glušac down in San Francisco once, and he seemed really solid. Has anyone here actually had him do a rhinoplasty? I’ve got a deviated septum, and honestly, my nose is just a total disaster visually.
wearyhawk122 wearyhawk122 Newcomer
4 messages
joined Jun 2008
#139 ·
IsadoraW;13877861 said:Watching someone else go through it... yeah, it hurts quite a bit, but it’s worth it. You don't really see the full results until a few months later, and you might even feel some tenderness at the tip of your nose for up to a year. It’s a complex procedure, but honestly, an incredible option for anyone struggling with both breathing issues and their nose shape.

Listen, whatever you decide to do, please sleep propped up—either semi-sitting or fully upright! Whatever you do, do NOT lie flat. If you do, all that bruising is going to migrate straight to your forehead, and you'll end up looking like a very agitated Klingonac. Also, just a heads-up: having those nasal packs removed on day seven is pretty uncomfortable. Trust me.

On the seventh day, Dr. Glušac removes them. Usually, you deal with the packing removal after a week and then the bandages come off after five days. He also suggests getting some ocean air and maybe a dip in the sea to help clear up the bruising. But obviously, absolutely no tanning! He’s seriously mastered this specific rhinoplasty method that avoids those massive, long-lasting bruises. Has anyone else here actually gone to him?
placidscout6 placidscout6 Newcomer
2 messages
joined Apr 2012
#140 ·
I’m looking for some insight—does anyone here actually know what the typical cost is for a nose surgery at a hospital? Furthermore, how does one even determine if they're dealing with a deviated septum in the first place?

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