La Jolla Rhinoplasty Doctors and Reviews

“Week Post Op”

Hello Everyone! My sister referred me to the site so figured id take a peek and even post information regarding my own surgery. Prior to the surgery, i have never really been fond of my nose, i have a decent size hump, my nose is wide and my tip goes down like a witches nose and also my nostrils are fairly big and come to find out one is noticeably bigger then the other- go figure! I just felt... more

“African-American Nose Jobs - San...”

Deciding to have rhinoplasty was one of the more difficult decisions of my life. Once it was done I knew there was no going back. As a 54 year old African-American woman, I wanted to maintain my ethnic look and not have a nose that was to pinched and small for my features. I also had concerns about scarring. Dr. Karam had previously done a lower lid skin pinch and blepharoplasty on me that... more

“Terrible Rhinoplasty Preformed by Dr...”

Dr. Brahme's office staff was very friendly, but friendly only gets you so far. I had a TERRIBLE rhinoplasty preformed in 2009 by Dr. Brahme and my nose is now asymmetrical, my entire bridge and tip are off center, there is still a bump in the bridge, and an abnormal crack in the bone. He left unwanted cartilage on one side of my nostril causing it to look terribly uneven! I would not... more

“Sweet and Subtle - San Diego, CA”

I had been putting off this procedure for years because it was so intimidating. I didn't know anyone who had done anything other than boobs (and who doesn't get their boobs done these days?) so I had to do a lot of research on my own. Make sure you see at least 3 surgeons, so that you can compare rates and also get a feel for different personalities. I'm glad that I landed where I did. It was... more

“Two Days In, And So Far So Good -...”

I'm on day 2 of my recovery, and so far, so good. I thought I could use some moral support, and I've been reading accounts here for a long time, so I thought I'd throw in my two cents worth. I've hated my nose since puberty (at 14), and now I'm 23. It was about time. I tried the whole moral superiority thing for a while where I tried to stay comfortable in my own body, and scoffed at... more

“Nervous -- Please Help - Solana...”

I haven't liked my nose since I was a child. I have found ways to take photos from certain angles that are OK, but if I don't hit that exact angle, it looks too long and there is a small hump. It is too masculine for my delicate face. I am a small woman. Bottom line, I feel self-conscious about my nose. I always wonder how others see it when they are looking at it because I can't... more

“Personal Embelishment's &...”

I am almost 52 yrs. old and ready to make certain neccasary changes in my appearance that I feel would compliment my physical appearance. I'm really not suffering too bad especially since I'm hitting 52 in August. However, I have come to the realization that no matter what happens after we die, the only thing that I truly know is that I am presently here on this earth now, at this very... more

“BEST Surgeon I Could Ever Have Hoped...”

I was always a bit discontented about my profile view of my nose and that reflected in my self confidence on certain occasions. Thanks to Dr. Karam, I feel so much happier and content. I will never have to second-guess myself. I really wanted a natural rhinoplasty, and thanks to him, no one except my immediate family noticed, not even my best friend. Yet, the results of the procedure are... more

“Aesthetic Nurse Who Loves Her New...”

I have always disliked the appearance of my nose. I was never made fun of or ridiculed for having a funny-looking nose I simply just didn’t like it. I didn’t have a crooked nose, one with a large bump, or even a deviated septum, which is one of the reasons I opted to wait on getting a Rhinoplasty. However, the biggest reason I waited was because I was frightened that just... more

“Fantastic! I Love my New Nose! - La...”

Why did I do it? OK, I was bullied. Yeap, for many years. Think about Christie Brinkley and her daughter Alexa. That was my mom and me. My mom was born with this beautiful, tiny, perfect nose, and I was born with my dad's huge, ugly nose, so ever since I remember, people pointed it out. Everyone. Relatives, friends, strangers... Then, as I started to age, the nose got bigger and uglier! so... more

“So Scared to Do a Subtle Change but...”

I had a mini face lift & fat transfer 2 years ago with this physician. Some of the fat seemed to be disappearing (or more old age setting in--I am 54) so I went in for a consult and briefly discussed my nose. I do not have a large nose but I had a bony prominence that really bothered me. I decided after several appointments to have the procedure along with another fat transfer. This... more

“Amazing! - La Jolla, CA”

Always hated my nose. I had a really, really bad nose before, it was big and I had a bump and a deviated septum. Now, it looks totally different, its much smaller and its higher and the bump is gone. Everyone I know is amazed by how smaller and beautiful it looks. It went beyond my expectations, I never thought that I could have nice looking nose, but I finally do!! I'm so happy, all... more

“Unsatified Results - San Diego, CA”

Still can't breath, tip of my nose looks bigger and nose itself looks bulky than before..almost 16 months passed. more

“Makes You Feel at Ease - Del Mar, CA”

I always felt I needed it and the time was right. more

“So Glad I Finally Did It! - San...”

After living with a large, crooked, humped nose for 30-some years, I finally decided to pull the trigger and get a nose job. I did tons of research online and chose a few doctors to interview. (Some I chose based on referrals from friends, but most were based on their online before and after pictures.) When I finally consulted with my doctor, I knew right away he was the right surgeon for... more

“I Love my New Nose!!! - La Jolla, CA”

I had this surgery because I hated my big nose. I will not be posting pics to remain anonymous but trust me it was big. It was like big zit on your face , your never totally comfortable until it goes away. My Doctor is so amazingly gifted. He transformed my nose (which was no easy task beleive me) and has completely exceeded my expectations. I have to say if you hate your nose, get the... more

“Amazing doctor! - La Jolla”

I LOVE MY NOSE! exactly how Dr. D said it would look like and showed me. Quick recovery and always checked on me to make sure i was okay! barely any bruising and felt fine the day after! amazing staff and doctor. so caring and reliable! more

“Highly Recommend but You Have to Be...”

I hate medical procedures, so the healing time was scary, but you just have to be patient. Don't expect to see anyone for a few weeks if you are not telling them about the surgery. I was on spring break, so I just hung out with my mom and husband while I was healing. When I saw my friends 4 weeks after surgery, they didn't even notice! They just thought I looked really good! :) more

“Good Experience with Rhinoplasty for...”

I was having repeat sinus infections due to a deviated septum. Since I had to get surgery to fix that anyway, and since my nose did not conform to general ideals of beauty (slight bend in the bridge and hooked end), it just made sense to opt for cosmetic procedures.It's unreasonable to expect one procedure to drastically change appearance unless there is a deformity. However, in my case, my... more

“Chin Implant and Closed Rhinoplasty...”

I got a chin implant and closed rhinoplasty in August 2009 for a receding chin and a bump on my nose. I had always felt very self conscious about it. I went to Dr. K after seeing many good reviews and results (photos). Everyone was helpful and genuinely friendly.I must admit, right before surgery, I was scared out of my mind because well...I'm afraid of hospitals more

“Good Experience - Nose Looks More...”

I had rhinoplasty surgery. The staff and doctor are extremely service oriented and helpful. The doctor was available to discuss any questions or hesitations I had.The surgery was very easy. I was amazed that there was really no pain or bruising. After a week, I went to a family event and it was not obvious that I'd had plastic surgury from scars or bruising. more

“Rhinoplasty, Eyelid Surgery and...”

I actually had my nose done, my eyelids, the bags removed under my eyes, and a chemical peel. These were items that were bothering me and I felt it was time to take of them. It was the best decision I ever made and I feel and look so much better.There was no pain involved, just a little pressure from the splint over my nose. That was it!Highly recommend visiting my more

“So Happy when the Cast Came off”

I just had rhinoplasty done last Monday. Yesterday I got my cast taken off and I was so happy to see what a wonderful job my doctor had done.I was told I need to tape my nose for the next six weeks. I tried taping my nose a couple of times and it doesn't quite feel the same as when the nurse had taped it. Is it possible to be taping the "wrong" way? I don't want to mess up my nose an any way. Tha more

“Bleeding Post-rhinoplasty”

Great results. Exceptional doctor. Would recommend to all. Like what I see in the mirror.Tip revision. Did not like bulbous nose. Wanted to get fixed for years.  Did not like bulbous nose.  Very happy with results.  Feel much more confident when I smile.  I like what I see in the mirror now.My nose started bleedi more