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Rhinoplasty Diary. - Chatswood, Sydney, Australia

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Hello everyone, I am a 21 year old female from...

frenchfig
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Hello everyone,

I am a 21 year old female from Melbourne planning to have a rhinoplasty done with Dr. Shahidi later this year. I created this account to show you all my journey from the initial consultation through to the surgery and of course all post-operative care.

I currently have my consultation scheduled for the 29th of May, and cannot wait! I have had insecurities about my nose for as long as I can remember now, and have finally decided to go ahead with this procedure. I honestly believe, as naive as this may sound, that a nose job will really enhance my self esteem and ultimately improve my life.

My current nose is nothing terrible (it's actually quite slim and narrow from the front which I like), however I have a small hump that I am desperate to remove, and I also would like to decrease the size of my nose in general, as I have quite small features, I feel my nose is too big for my face.

Like I said, my nose from the front isn't too bad at all, it appears quite straight and narrow, however my side profile tells a different story, and I hate it! :(.

Anyway, this is all I can really tell you about my nose for now, but I am going to post another entry about my consultation with Dr. Shahidi on the 30th of May, and whether or not I will decide to go ahead with this surgeon.

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Shahram Shahidi, BSc, MBBS, FRACS

Shahram Shahidi, BSc, MBBS, FRACS

Specialist in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

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May 7, 2014
Good luck and please let us know how your consultation goes! Here's a list of questions to ask.
May 11, 2014
Very helpful! Thank you so much.
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May 11, 2014
Hi there, I am a dr Shahidi patient and can assure you, it's well worth it!
May 11, 2014
Thank you! I read your review on him and that was what ultimately drew me to Dr. Shahidi in the first place. I think I have a similar nose to yours and would love the same outcome! Your nose looks fantastic. I am going to upload some pictures now :).
May 11, 2014
What is the procedure? I see Doctor Mooney is excels in Rhinoplasty and he is in Sydney. I live in Brisbane an I don't mind traveling. But what happens? Can I fly afterwards? What will my face look like? Are bandages required?
May 29, 2014
@Chrisinbrissy I would read the reviews on any Dr before booking a flight. I heard Dr Mooney has done some great work, but then I also came across this http://www.realself.com/review/silkwood-medical-bondi-junction-revision-rhinoplasty . So I decided not to book in with him. I don't want to deter your choice, but its always good getting the full picture and doing some research before you make such an important decision.
May 29, 2014
ps. good luck with your consult tomorrow @frenchfig I hope all goes well.
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June 18, 2014
Oh that's so awesome I'm so glad my review was helpful to you! I actually became friends with another patient on Facebook and she looks amazing too! Just say you like my nose when you see him and hope to achieve similar results. That's what I did with another patient of his :)
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June 18, 2014
I have heard of bad reviews from dr mooney
June 18, 2014
Thank you, that's definitely what I will do! Do you mind if I add you on Facebook? I'd love to see some more photos of your nose and be able to ask you some more questions, if you don't mind of course! :).
July 12, 2014
I went to Dr Mooney. It was the best decision of my life. He fixed a my nose after a horrible nose job. He has made my nose beautiful. People always comment on how nice my nose is. He was so kind in every consultation and really knew what he was doing. I can finally breathe and my nose is n't falling a part anymore. I highly recommend him. Some people have unrealistic expectations when it comes to cosmetic surgery. He is a Dr not a magician. He has to work with what he is given. He cant make an ugly face pretty. I highly recommend. He was fantastic and HOT HOT HOT. Sexiest Doctor in history
January 12, 2015
Hey did you go through with it?
January 22, 2015
Hi there, Unfortunately I had to reschedule my consultation with Dr. Shahidi and have not yet met with him. My new consultation is scheduled for the 5th of February. I'll let you know how it goes :).
January 22, 2015
Goodluck! To be honest, I think the consultation makes you a bit nervous but it also ignites excitement and he knows what he is talking about. I met with 3 doctors and he seemed to know the most. He even showed me a booklet which talks about the nose and its dimensions with the face and so on. He is well educated on the topic and his results all appear to be amazing. Goodluck! I am scheduled for surgery on Feb 23!! Very excited but also very nervous. I will make a post in the lead up and after to keep everyone in the loop
February 8, 2015
Hi there, How exciting! I had my consultation last week and am booked in for surgery on the 4th of March! I feel the same way, but more excited than nervous. Good luck with everything :).
February 9, 2015
Wow congrats! That's very exciting. I'll keep you posted on how mine goes. I am just over two weeks out! :)
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May 26, 2015
Omg I feel like I'm reading something I've written myself!! I hope your consultation goes well, and look forward to seeing how it goes.. Maybe I should go with Dr. Shahidi too? I feel like my nose is the exact same shape as yours.
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Recent pictures.

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Here are some photos of myself that you can see the size and shape of my nose.

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May 11, 2014
I saw this doctor on the internet and wondered what he is like. I also am thinking that I will get this procedure done.
May 11, 2014
Good luck with your consultation! You are really beautiful already!
May 11, 2014
Thank you!
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Front view.

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As I said earlier, I am happy with the shape of my nose from the front. It looks relatively narrow, and you can't tell I have a hump.

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May 12, 2014
Hi - my son (20) had his nose done by dr Shahidi in February 2013. Dr Shahidi was brilliant - perfect result (and excellent care). Best wishes to you!
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May 13, 2014
Wow you are absolutely stunning exactly as you are now. You say you are happy with your nose from the front. Well you need to realize that any change you make will change the look of your face, even from the front You can possibly lose the very things you love about your face. I had a rhinoplasty and like you, I loved the way I looked from the front but not my profile. But by lowering the bridge height, it changed the way I looked for the worse. There's nothing wrong with a hump in the nose. In fact they can be sexy!
May 13, 2014
I a so embarrassed... I really need to let it go and just post a proper picture on here. I suppose Im frightened of people laughing... I think that's what I need a new look. I don't find myself attractive at all.. I just see an old haggard women, with ageing skin a big nose. I do stupid stuff like take silly photos but they only go here I don't send them off to anyone... Anyway I don't see what you see. I think yourse being nice and thank you for your lovely personality.... its so nice to meet sweet people when their is s many ugly horrible personalities out there
May 26, 2014
You are still a very attractive girl but I understand how you're feeling. I am in the same situation as you! I live in Brisbane and flew down to Sydney to have a consultation with Dr. Shahidi earlier this month. I don't plan on having a consultation with any other surgeon as I believe he's the best. I would really prefer to stay in Brisbane but I would not risk it. It is a lot of money but I have saved up for this and it's on my face..no hiding it if something went wrong! He advised me not to fly up to 7 days after the surgery due to blood clotting as well as the one week post-op check up to remove stitches etc. Let us know how your consultation goes! x
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June 13, 2014
So happy to see another patient of dr Shahidi!!! I had my surgery last December and you will not be disappointed! So worth it :D