Rhinoplasty: Experiences and recovery tips?

Nancy Perez74 said:I feel physically sick right now—I was just scrolling through a few pages and saw girls complaining about how John Smith completely ruined them... and I have my surgery scheduled in just a couple of days...
I’ve read some truly terrifying things... so I really should say something to him, shouldn't I?? I can't exactly pretend I haven't seen any of this. Oh man, I feel so lightheaded and uneasy now, what on earth am I supposed to do???

Honestly, I feel sick every single day when I catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror because of this WIDE NOSE! 😁 It used to be slim, but my husband somehow managed to make it look much broader! Well, at least he took care of the hump, so I have a lovely profile now (there's that little consolation prize). But from the front? I can't even laugh, because the moment I do, my nose just spreads out even more!🙄 God help me for choosing him as my surgeon!👎 And sure, he’s a nice guy—charming, talkative, easygoing, really top-notch personality-wise—but when it comes to widening a nose, nobody knows what he's doing. In my opinion, about 80% of patients end up with this result under his knife, and if you just go to his website and look at the gallery, you'll see the front views are just terrible. It might be too late for you now, but either reconsider everything or explicitly tell him you want a NARROWER NOSE (meaning you don't want it wider than it currently is), and just take the risk!🤷 And really, what exactly would you say to him? Are you going to leave negative comments about his skill? If that's the case, he already knows; he can just hop onto a forum and read about himself. 🙂If you were thinking about telling him you don't want him to disfigure you... well, I don't know... he'll probably just tell you what he tells everyone, including me: "Don't worry, everything will be fine." What else is he supposed to say? 🙂Are you asking if the surgery won't work? He certainly isn't going to tell you that. 🙂And your nose will look its absolute best only once they take the cast off—it'll look beautiful and small then—but once that initial phase fades... my experience hasn't been great. As far as the surgery itself goes, it's actually quite painless; the only annoying part is having to breathe through your mouth for a few days, and having the packing removed was a bit uncomfortable, but other than that, zero pain. My profile looks great, but he totally messed up the front view; my nose looks wider than before, which is so frustrating because it was actually quite slim originally, and I didn't want to change anything about the front view, I just wanted him to remove that hump that was ruining my profile and my overall face. 🙂 My nose isn't ugly, per se, but logically, if it was slim before, it should stay slim (or become even narrower if that's what someone wants), not wider than it started. On top of that, I feel like he removed the hump but left these two bumps on the sides, which makes the whole thing look even broader. I have no idea what he was doing—breaking bones and repositioning them—but I'm just not a fan of his technique. So, that's my experience. I'm sure there are positive stories out there, but I wonder what the ratio is compared to these bad ones. I really hope you have better luck than I did. And hey, if you want, I can send you my before and after photos just so you can compare. 🙂 P.S.—The irony is just unreal... I used to run away from being photographed in profile because of the hump, and now I avoid being photographed from the front because my nose is so wide I look like a clown. I'm constantly looking left and right, trying to find the right angle... HHAHAHHAA😉

jadehawk83 said:It used to be narrow, but my doctor really helped widen it up beautifully!

Wait, how is that even possible?! Why?! I honestly don't get it...
How long has it been since the surgery? Because if they actually had to break bones during the procedure... you get this callus formation where the fracture was, which makes the nose look way wider than it actually is. But that swelling and bone regrowth usually settles down within a year. If it hasn't been that long yet, just hang in there and wait a bit... Honestly, mine looked super wide right after the operation too... but now, even though it's only been a month, it's already returning to its normal shape... getting thinner and thinner... basically going back to how it was before. In fact, I feel like it might end up looking even slimmer than it did originally 😁
Have you been massaging it regularly?

Nancy Perez74 said:I actually feel sick right now—just scrolling through a few pages and seeing all these girls complaining about how John Smith totally ruined them... and I have my surgery scheduled in just a few days...
I’ve read some seriously terrifying stuff here... I mean, I have to say something to him, right?? I can't just play dumb and pretend I didn't see any of this. Ugh, my stomach is literally turning, what am I supposed to do???

Yeah... but look, there are also tons of glowing reviews about him on this forum too. Don't let the negativity get in your head... you'll just end up stressing yourself out and attracting bad vibes everywhere you go.😢
Try reading some of those positive posts... you know, the ones where women are saying they are ABSOLUTELY thrilled with their new noses.
Honestly, if I were in your shoes, I wouldn't back out of the surgery... you chose him for a reason in the first place. At least that was my deal. Just don't bring up anything that isn't directly related to your actual procedure... focus on your own case and be EXTREMELY specific about exactly what kind of nose you want. Don't back down until you both agree 100% on the details.
Good luck!! 👍

rustygardener172 said:How on earth is that even possible?! Why?! I just don't get it...
How much time has actually gone by since the surgery? Because if they had to break bones to fix things... you get that callous formation at the fracture site, and it makes the nose look way wider than it really is... but that swelling and bone regrowth usually settles down within a year. If it hasn't been that long yet, maybe just hang tight for a bit... My own nose looked incredibly wide right after my procedure... but even now, just a month out, it's already returning to its normal shape... getting thinner and thinner... basically going back to how it used to be. Honestly, I feel like it might even end up being thinner than it was before 😁
Have you been massaging it regularly?

Oh, please, please... except it's been six whole years... And yes, I did massage it. Do you really think it's my fault that my nose is wide?? HHAHAHHAA😂

Man, jadehawk83, you're a legend—at least you can laugh at your own face, mad respect 🙂! I honestly have no clue how he managed to make it look that wide... Did you help him lift it?

Megan Moore76 said:Man, jadehawk83, you’re a total legend; at least you can laugh at your own nose, seriously, mad respect 🙂! I honestly have no clue how he managed to make it look that wide... did he get some kind of lift done?

Ugh, obviously. I mean, who actually stays clean all the time? hahaha😂

jadehawk83 said:Yeah, yeah, sure... except it’s been six years already. And did I flirt? Yeah, I did. But honestly, you really think it's my fault that I was born with this wide nose?? HHAHAHHAA😂

So, what's the move then? What are we actually doing here? 😁 Look, I’m not saying you’re the one to blame here—don't get me wrong—but it’s pretty much common knowledge at this point that getting some lymphatic drainage done really helps speed up the recovery process after surgery. It just works.
So, what's the move? Are you actually heading to the second one, or have you finally decided that wide nose is part of your soul now?

Honestly girls, it breaks my heart to hear you aren't happy with the results after spending so much money and effort. 😢
I’m actually planning on having surgery myself very soon and I’m terrified. John Smith was one of my top choices, but now I’m second-guessing everything... It really is a total gamble.

jadehawk83, would you mind sharing some before and after photos so we can see the difference? Or just DM me, I'd really appreciate it. 🙂

jadehawk83 said:Pfft, obviously. I mean, who isn't a little bit of a mess sometimes? hahaha😂

LOL, come on—I refuse to believe it’s actually that bad 😁. But seriously, it sucks when you put in all that work and still aren't happy with how things turned out 😢
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Any chance I could see some before & after pics whenever you're up for sharing? 🙂

rustygardener172 said:and regarding the recovery, 😁 I don't mean to imply you're at fault here, obviously, but isn't it just common knowledge that lymphatic drainage really helps speed things up after surgery...
are you looking for a second opinion, or have you actually grown fond of that wide nose of yours?

I’m heading to Vienna for a new nose; I mean, some people travel for designer clothes, but me? I’m strictly on a mission for a new nose! Hahaha! Honestly, I once saw this girl who had a nose that was just... well, a disaster, whether it was too long, bumpy, or hooked like an eagle—you wouldn't believe what kind of NOSE she has now.🙏 Seriously, after just one single procedure, they did such an incredible job!🙏 It's so small, slim, and straight, exactly how it should be. She looks like a doll now. I have never seen a nose quite like that back home in the States.😁 She walked away with a truly world-class nose!😁 But hey, we still have those old-school regional habits, right?😁 Unfortunately, I don't know which specific surgeon she used, but I'll try to dig around and find out. Personally, I would travel halfway around the globe just to get the perfect nose on the first attempt. So, ladies, please don't just look at Washington, D.C., simply because it's close to you. You can easily spend a night in a different city if it means getting it right.😁 Now, is it more expensive? Yes, absolutely. Whether it's Vienna or Monterey (where our dear princess had her surgery, and I suspect she doesn't regret spending a single cent), it's better to wait ten years for the right budget than to rush in and end up with a botched nose in a year or two.👎 I see there's a huge demand for photos.😁So, I'm asking everyone who wants to see the before and after shots to please send a request to my private email.☕

Megan Moore76 said:Haha, oh come on, I find it hard to believe things are actually *that* bad 😁. But, obviously, it’s totally gutting when you don't end up happy with the results after putting in all that work 😢

Could you send me some before & after photos whenever you feel like snapping them? 🙂

It really isn't *thaaaaaat* bad, though, because let's be honest—puppies are just precious little creatures, aren't they? 😁
I've just kind of accepted that everything is a mess now. 😁 What really gets under my skin is my wide nose and that little bulbous tip... I mean, seriously, I look like a clown! 😵

rustygardener172 said:and then there's the whole thing about 😁—not that I’m saying you did anything wrong, obviously, but isn't it common knowledge that lymphatic drainage can really help speed up the recovery process after surgery?...
are you planning on going back for a revision, or have you just decided to embrace that wide nose of yours?

I'll definitely go for a second one, once I manage to scrape together enough courage and actually find someone in the medical field I can trust!😂 p.s. the first time you undergo a procedure, let's be honest, you tell yourself it'll look better than before; if it was too long, maybe now it'll be shorter. But a second surgery? That requires a whole different level of bravery, doesn't it? You're walking into it full of dread and skepticism. Like, I might want to slim down the bridge or reduce that little bump, but then I start spiraling—what if the tip ends up looking all pointy and unnatural, or way too narrow, to the point where it looks absolutely eerie? A second operation is pure nerves and trembling hands.
And honestly, after that first one, things always change, your face looks different, but that doesn't mean you're suddenly 100% happy with the result.
Trust me!

silentotter99 said:Honestly, girls, my heart just breaks whenever I hear that someone isn't happy with their results after pouring so much money and emotional energy into it. 😢
I’m actually planning on having my own procedure very soon, and honestly, the anxiety is real—I've been looking at Ostojić, but now I'm second-guessing everything... It really does feel like a total roll of the dice, doesn't it?

jadehawk83, would you be open to sharing some before and after photos so we can see the actual transformation, or maybe just send them to me via DM? I would truly appreciate it. 🙂

As for him, what’s certain is that he tends to create those dainty, cute little noses with a pretty profile, though they can come out looking a bit wide from a front view. Just a heads-up, though—take a look at his gallery. My own nose is more of a "chubby," if you know what I mean, definitely on the wider side.😁

If you've got before and after shots, feel free to spam my inbox... 😂

jadehawk83 said:As far as he’s concerned, one thing is absolutely certain: he’s out here churning out these tiny, adorable little treats with a cute profile, but let’s be real—they’ve got massive, heavy-duty bases. I’m telling you, just go take a look at his photo gallery. It'll prove my point. Personally? I’m more of a chubby, thick-set type with a wide, heavy foundation.😁

I just finished scrolling through the entire gallery... and honestly? It looks like they all walked away with the exact same nose they started with. Not a single change to be seen.

rustygardener172 said:I just went through the gallery... and honestly, it looks like everyone ended up with the exact same nose from the front view as they had before...

Yeah... I’m seeing the same thing.
The profile shots look great, but looking at them head-on? There isn't any noticeable difference at all.

Megan Flores42 said:Yeah... I'm getting that exact same vibe from them.
The profile shots look incredible, but when you actually see them in person? It’s like there's zero difference at all...

I told ya...😁

So, here’s the situation: my nasal pyramid is shifted to the right, I’ve got a right-sided septal deviation confirmed by rhinoscopy, and my mucosa is looking pretty hyperemic. What’s your take on this?
Do you think surgery is going to be my only real option here?

Karen Ross84 said:So, my nasal pyramid seems shifted to the right, and I’ve got this right-sided septal deviation along with some hyperemic mucosa—what do you all think about that?
da do I actually need surgery for this?

Well, honestly, it really just comes down to you, doesn't it? From a purely physical standpoint, does it bother you visually, or is it something you don't even notice? But from a functional perspective—if you're actually struggling to breathe or if it's causing you regular issues, then it's probably better to get it sorted out now, because once you reach your later years, being able to breathe clearly through your nose becomes one of those absolute essentials, wouldn't you agree?😁

Of course it bothers me. It’s hard to even catch my breath on one side—honestly, I feel like I'm barely breathing at all.
So, here’s what’s on my mind: I went in for my checkup today, but the doctor didn't even bring up the idea of surgery. Instead, he just told me to come back in a month once we get some imaging done. Now I'm sitting here wondering: is he actually going to suggest the procedure himself, or am I going to have to be the one to push for it?