I've been planning this for years! I want my bridge narrowed, bulbous tip reduced/removed and nostrils reduced. I don't care to keep it ethnic looking or not honestly. I will post a few "wish" pictures.
So far I have an appointment for consultation on July 7, 2017 with Dr. Lee Kleiman (Severna, MD). I made the appointment in early June 2017 but it was the earliest day they had for consultation. They will be giving me a quote for rhinoplasty, laser hair removal and laser tattoo removal.
I'm debating between getting treatment here or South Korea. Depending on the quotes delivered, South Korea (including airfare and stay) may or may not be more affordable. I'm paying completely out of pocket so quality and price is equally important. I don't see many reviews or pictures for Dr. Kleiman, after researching, so I'm not completely sure yet who I will choose in the end
I'll be sure to update later!
Updated on 29 Jul 2017:
Had consultation with Dr. Kleiman on July 21, 2017 for rhinoplasty, hair removal (Groupon deal) and suggestions for under eye darkness.
Didn't wait too long to be seen. I am a new patient so I had to fill out paperwork about my desires and medical history. Dr. Kleiman is very friendly. I felt comfortable with the appointment other than a little rushed. Because this is surgery (rhinoplasty) I had a lot to say and ask about it. I don't feel like I had the opportunity to really elaborate on everything I wanted but I do have another follow up "consultation" appointment (August 1, 2017) to discuss the surgery further, costs, before and after photos (possible outcome), etc; along with my first laser hair removal treatment.
I appreciate the availability of appointments because I want to have this procedure done as soon as possible because I have an event to attend in September and the healing process takes a while for rhinoplasty.
Rhinoplasty can be complicated so I only trust an ENT surgeon to perform it. I'm paying out of pocket, without financing, so I did years of research and saving and narrowed my options to 3 surgeons. Dr. Kleiman (Maryland, USA) and 2 other surgeons in South Korea. Depending on how well this next consult with Dr. Kleiman goes next week I may or may not be scheduling my surgery here in America or in South Korea. Wish me well! :)
S. Melton
*P.S. I will not be discussing how much I end up paying specifically BUT I don't mind revealing whether it was affordable compared to other rhinoplasty procedures (average costs).
Updated on 30 Jul 2017:
Here's some ethnic noses with defined bridges and tips. Some with narrower alars.
I have Malaysian in me (further down the line) so I uploaded black and Asian women.
Updated on 30 Jul 2017:
Updated on 30 Jul 2017:
These are Asian noses. One is very similar in shape to mine (before picture) and their post surgery photo is perfect and exactly what I desire :)
Updated on 30 Jul 2017:
These are Asian noses. One is very similar in shape to mine (before picture) and their post surgery photo is perfect and exactly what I desire :)
Updated on 1 Aug 2017:
Went in today for my first laser hair removal session under my under arms using light sheer. I'm not sure what my skin type is but I'm brown skinned (about Beyoncé complexion). My biggest fear was the treatment would not work because of my complexion but so far so good. The pain was minimal on a considerably high setting. My underarms feel very smooth. I'm so used to having razor bumps or irritation. I don't know how long this will last but I scheduled my next treatment 4 weeks from now. I'll update about that.
Now on to rhinoplasty. Dr. Kleiman showed me my before and after photos. He must deal with a lot of patients with unrealistic expectations because he kept reassuring me that everything won't be "perfect", even after rhino. There will still be asymmetry in other areas of the face/head that can make the rhino seem imperfect and there's so many people that expect instant gratification after surgery. RHINOPLASTY CAN TAKE OVER A YEAR TO FULLY HEAL! I've done my research for years, so I know better. We also discussed exactly what he was going to do. So far it looks good. I'm super excited. My next appointment will be after my pre-op clearance from my primary doctor. I'll be getting a break down of pricing and if the numbers look good I will commit to surgery and have it done here. If not then I will be booking my flight for South Korea. I already did online consultation with them as well.