Oakland Rhinoplasty Doctors and Reviews

“2 months post op”

Wow, what a helpful website I stumbled upon. I figured I would post some photos when it's not 4am....can't sleep since thats all I've been doing.... as things come along to help some as I was helped during the past couple weeks of lurking. I've wanted a nose job since I could remember but was always afraid it was too costly, too much down time and frankly, was worried I'd look like a different... more

“10 days since surgery”

I've been lurking here for months, reading reviews and posting the very occasional comment but I have read and appreciated each and every review. Since I got so much out of it I felt I should share my experience as well. I have had a big, hooked nose since highschool. Other than my family I haven't really been made fun of for it (nice family, huh?) but I'm sure that aside from my height... more

“Does This Nose Look Still...”

HI all... Had my primary in JUNE 2012....Not very pleased with result. Please, let me know if my nose looks ski sloped and over projected at the tip...? if i was under your care what would you do to help me....this is by far NOT my ideal looking nose. I am hoping for a revision as soon as my 12 months is up. THANK YOU. more

“A Valentines Day Nose! - San...”

Just had consult 2 and scheduled for Feb 14th. Doc is a well known facial plastic surgeon and has done over 2,500 noses so I am confident in his results. Saw him 7 years ago for a consult and chickened out so excited to go through with it this time. I'm going for a very natural look and certainly don't want a cute tiny, sloped nose. I want it a bit thinner from bridge to tip and have it... more

“Best Experience Possible - Palo Alto, CA”

It had always been a dream of mine to have my nose done since second grade, when I broke it. Because I had a deviated septum, one of my nostrils air flow was blocked 80%. During the healing week right after the procedure, I had second guessed if this was the right decision. I now know that this was the best decision I could have made. It has truly changed my life and I could not have... more

“Simply the BEST - San Francisco, CA”

I underwent rhinoplasty surgery in January 2012, eight months before my wedding day. I wanted to improve my profile but not drastically change my overall appearance. Dr. Kim did a beautiful job - the change was subtle but noticeable in a very good way; and I couldn't be happier with the result. I'll never forget when I came into the office one week after the procedure for the "big reveal". I... more

“You Don't Live in a House 40 Years...”

So I'm scheduled for surgery in the morning!! November 5! It happened pretty fast. I've been looking at this site for two years and I started having consultations this year just to see what they would say. I found one doctor that I liked without any real decision in mind. But after communicating with the staff for a couple of months, they offered me a discount to take a late cancellation they... more

“Dr. Mehta Made Me a Very Happy Girl...”

I researched my butt off and met with 3 other surgeons before Dr. Mehta and instantly felt relieved after our consolation and very excited. He understood my dislikes and together we put together a surgical plan! I just got my splint off and couldnt be happier! My nose is exact to the per-operative images we decided on. Dr. Mehta is so gifted, smart, caring. He's always been there to answer any... more

“Day 16 post op- new pic”

So I just finished playing college basketball this year. My coach broke it the last week of practice back in march and I am finally getting the surgery in two weeks. I have actually had a procedure done 3 years ago when i broke it also playing basketball but they just straightened it back up. This time the doctor told me that he could fix it however I want it since I am done playing basketball... more

“Great Doctor, Great Result - San...”

I spent a lot of time and money researching Facial Plastic Surgeon's before deciding to go ahead with my rhinoplasty. A few minutes into the consultation I knew Dr Kim would perform my surgery. He instantly made me feel at ease and answered all my questions. One of the most impressive things about my consultation with Dr Kim was the 3D pictures he was able to manipulate to show what my nose... more

“Wish I Had Gone to Another Doctor -...”

I asked for more tip definition, narrowing, and smaller nostrils after rhinoplasty, my nose looked shorter and my nostrils were cut uneven and nose was upturned. huge botch job. He didn't seem to have real concern..blamed it on the way I healed. If you go to his website, there are tons of fake 5 start Yelp reviews. If you go to the actual Yelp website, you will see that most of... more

“This is really happening! - Walnut...”

For over 15 years I have been thinking to to myself, what does my REAL nose look like under this big thing on my face? Not that I hate myself for having this nose, nor do I blame my father for passing it down to me. I actually like how I look and have a very blessed life. I'm sure many of you can relate, my nose just does not feel like it belongs on my face. To make matters worse, at age... more

“Re-thinking my Doctor - San...”

I am scheduled to have surgery in may but am really starting to doubt my choice of doctor. I live in northern California, bay area, and was wondering if anybody out there had any suggestions. This is s lot to do with my health issues actually. I have a Cronic illness that you can't do much but stay positive. Sometimes a little external help can do wonders for me, new shoes, good hair, but... more

“Already loving my rhinoplasty! - San...”

I have always been extremely unhappy with my nose and have always felt it is too large and not feminine enough for my face. I have finally booked my surgery and am extremely excited. My surgeon says he is going to fix my dropping tip to make my nose perkier, remove the hump, make my nose slightly shorter and bring it closer to my face! It will be a closed rhinoplasty. I am extremely... more

“Surgery Scheduled for Wed. 8/17/2011...”

Hello Everyone! Less than 1 week to go now. I am 33, ever since my teens I have felt very self-conscious about my nose. I have what I think is a large bump and I have always felt that overall my nose was too large for my face and other features. I also have a deviated septum so I will be having a septoplasty and rhinoplasty with hopes of removing my bump and reducing the size of the tip.... more

“Rhinoplasty - Palo Alto, CA”

Im Sadie, im 16 years old. ive hate my nose since i was 12 years old. since i was younger i would always get made fun of becuz of it. now im going to be a junior, & my parents are totally fine with me getting it done. my surgery is scheduled for july 26th! so on a tuesday.(tho we r trying to get it for earlier). i am so excited for it, but also VERY nervoous. my dr told me tht i might have... more

“I Should've Listened to Family and...”

I'm sure my experience is quite different from others for one big reason...ulike most rhinoplasty candidates, I didn't have a 'hump' nose that needed any bone-breaking/shaving, so all I had trimmed was the tip of my nose which I believed at the time was quite bulbous. I can't say my surgeon did a bad job--he did exactly what I requested. I just wish he stopped me... more

“Listened to my Heart - San Francisco, CA”

I wanted to breathe easier and also look better! I had a great experience before,during and after the surgery. My rhinoplasty was a difficult one since we wanted to preserve the size,ethnic and masculine features, but just wanted to fix the orientation. Dr. M did an excellent job in reaching those goals. Also, he was very caring and emotionally supportive. Recovery was very fast, I was... more

“Excellent - Palo Alto, CA”

I honestly couldn't be any happier! He is an EXCELLENT doctor that I highly recommend. I had a very pernounced nose and it looks amazing. He changed my life in so many ways. He was very caring and understanding but told me what was the realistic way of doing it and make sure it was proportioned properly to my face! If your interested in rhinoplasty but scared of not finding the right... more

“My Nose Job Made Me Look Better but...”

Six weeks ago my Dr. performed a rhinoplasty and fat transfer on me. I am completely happy with the results. I have wanted to get a nose job since I was 30 (I am 45) but never found a Dr. that I trusted. Having seen far too many piggy or cookie cutter nose jobs, I had never found a Dr. who respected each individuals appearance. My boyfriend had many reservations prior to my operation. He... more

“Exactly What I Wanted, Subtle...”

Extremely simple and straight-forward. Very friendly and professionally run office & staff. Clear pricing. This was a procedure I have been determined to have done for the past 10 years, and I'm very pleased that it turned out exactly how I had envisioned - which certainly has a lot to do with the fact that I had very realistic expectations. The Dr. delivered exactly what I asked him to. more

“Very Stress-free, Wonderful Surgery...”

The doctor has a very good bedside manner. He was very patient with what I wanted with my nose and the procedure was very fast and comfortable. The post-op was a little uncomfortable but healed very fast. I am very happy with my result and I am looking forward to seeing it heal. more

“Difficult Rhinoplasty Recovery, but...”

It was a very uncomfortable recovery, but well worth it. I love the result. I also had septum deviation surgery along with my Rhinoplasty, which changed my breathing problems. more

“My Nose Looks Completely Natural”

I did this Septoplasty/Rhinoplasty because I had challenges with breathing through my nose & I wanted a slight change in the appearance of my nose. I didn't want it to look like I had something done to my nose, so I was looking for a very subtle change as well as to improve my quality of breathing through my nose.95% of my family and friends could not even tell of the change, but thought I... more

“Natural Rhinoplasty to Fix Curvature...”

I must say although I considered preceding with a rhinoplasty I never thought I would have the audacity to actually go through the procedure.The reason I felt i needed this done was due to the curvature of my nose and wanted a more structured look. The Dr and I took the time to discuss my needs and his constructive opinions on what I would like to achieve. His goal was obtaining a natural and more

“Could Not Be Happier with my New...”

For many years I had wanted to change the appearance of my nose and chin area. I researched my options and elected to have both a rhinoplasty and chin augmentation.My doctor was and continues to be an excellent surgeon. He combines technical expertise with artistry, while his kind and gentle manners are the icing on the cake!The results were exactly w more

“Uneven Nostrils After Rhinoplasty”

I had a slight curve in my nose and a protuding columnella. The rhinosplasty successfully removed the bump on my nose and shortened the columnella, but I noticed my nostrils were uneven. Although it corrected slightly as it healed, it still remains uneven.It has been almost 2 years since my rhinoplasty. One of my nostrils is shorter in length than the other nostril. Is it possible to... more

“Rhinoplasty - I'm So Much More...”

Im really glad i did this. I'm so much more confident now. I dont feel shy my about pictures or being on camera with my side profile and about putting my hair up. I also feel i look better now. more

“Rhinoplasty Age 28 Female”

I have always had a large nose with a bump at the very top. Growing up I never felt that it was apart of me. I felt that I would look better if I had a slightly smaller nose without a bump.Pros: It looks so natural now, it opens up my features and most of the attention goes right to my eyes rather than the bump on my nose. I can see clearer now, I always could see the bump in my periphery... more

“Oh How I Wished I Had Done This...”

My experience at Stanford was exceptional. With every visit, Dr M listened patiently to all my complaints and concerns about my nose. With just a few visits, I felt that Dr M knew what I needed better than i did and so I kept asking him about what I should have performed. I explained to him that 45 minutes is not enough for my post operation recovery and he assured me that that is not the way... more

“Mushed Up Nose Following a Bad Fall,...”

When something as important as your looks is at stake, its critical to find a communicative and highly skilled physican that you trust to help you consider your options and be there to help you through this very personal transition.The truth is, money shouldn't matter but of course with times being so difficult it does. But I decided my self worth is just too priceless... to be so cheap as to... more

“Difficult Emotionally - Want the...”

Did not expect the emotional turmoil of the dramatic change. Not able to recognize myself and have lost sense of ethnic identity that I had. Regret doing it. more

“Hated my Nose Growing Up....”

I hated my nose growing up, specially in High School.  I hardly had any self esteem.  I was about to enter College and wanted a new start, so I went for having a nose job.  I knew my parents would be againts it, but I paid made all the arrangements and then told them I was doing this.  it turned out that they were supportive.  I went throught the operation absolutely... more