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Pros: Gifted Doctor. Friendly Staff. Con: That I Didn't Do This Earlier - Beverly Hills, CA
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Primary Rhinoplasty performed by Dr. Ghavami on...
Funnygirl77August 20, 2013
WORTH IT$12,000
Primary Rhinoplasty performed by Dr. Ghavami on August 14, 2013 w/ minimal bruising and pain afterwards. He brought in my nose slightly as it was wide and brought in the nostrils a tad, as well. . .which I was concerned about before, but after I saw his work, I can't believe I ever doubted how natural and lovely it would look. I took all medication as prescribed and just 6 days later I'm virtually bruise and pain free. I wore make-up today (8/20/13) and went out for a follow-up visit to his lovely lovely office to have stitches removed. I look and feel great. Thank you so much!! I feel so lucky I found this place. . and to think I was almost fully committed to doing my surgery somewhere else. I am so happy I decided to do my surgery with such a gifted and warm doctor.
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UPDATED FROM Funnygirl77
9 days post
Nine Days Later. . .
Funnygirl77August 24, 2013
Nine days Post Op and who's swollen. Not me, baby (Okay. . maybe just a little). The man is amazing and I wouldn't survive without all of Rose's advice!! xo
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August 24, 2013
I had my rhinoplasty with Dr. Ghavami on July 26 and (today is one month post-op) I'm also extremely, extremely happy with my results. I'm a bit more swollen than you, though, so I'm waiting another month or two before I take pictures and post a review. But, yes, Dr. Ghavami is the best, and it's awesome to see that others were lucky enough to find him. You look gorgeous! :)
August 24, 2013
Thank you!! I'm so glad you found him, as well. He really is the best. Can't wait to see your photos! I'll probably post photos again in 2 months, as well. I know so much will have changed.
August 25, 2013
I've seen a lot of his work and love it. Wish I could have my surgery done by him, but just too far away. I'm using his patients after photos as my wish photos when I go in for my pre op ;) You look stunning
August 25, 2013
Thank you so much!! Right back at you, stunner. Bum out that he's too far away from you. :-( You can always grab a plane ticket, though. I think a nurse will stay with you overnight for the first evening back at home and bring you to your follow up appointment the next day, too. . . Just mentioning. . .
August 26, 2013
ah you look amazing and your story resonates with my situation a lot too as I am also busy and looking to have the exact same kind of work (problem with general width of nose and the bulbuous tip). Could you post more before/after pics as you go along reviewing your journey and also, what made you ultimately choose Ghavami? He is on my top 5 list of possible surgeons.
August 28, 2013
Thank you, Mimixoxo!! I will post more pics soon. Its been two weeks. My nose is still swollen at the tip and around the nostrils a bit. But, its really starting to take shape. I love it. Especially the profile! My skin is soooo dry today, though. Ughh. Dry skin, my nose is peeling a bit. I guess I haven't really been protecting my skin since the surgery. I was just about to go with a surgeon right across the street from his office before I settled on Ghavami. I loved this other guy's work. I loved his conservative approach. However, I did not see enough ethnic/black patients. I'm of Korean and Black heritage and our noses are just different. I just wanted to make sure I went with someone who was not only one of the top doctors in his field, but who has specifically worked with women with noses that look like mine. Ghavami was that for me. He works on so many different nationalities of women and they all look so natural afterwards. I wanted that. Then when I met him. . .well. . I was sold. He listens, he get's it. He's excited for you as much as you're excited for the procedure. Go in for an appointment. You'll love him.
September 1, 2013
I just scheduled my surgery with him for October 4th! So excited, and coming all the way from NYC too. Do you feel having the nurse come home with you was really helpful? I have a friend who has also had a rhinoplasty before who will take me to and from surgery so I assume she knows what she's doing but if there's something extra that tr nurse can do to help I would consider doing that too! Would love to see your before as well as some more after pics if you have them!
September 3, 2013
I'm so excited for you!! You look super gorgeous already. This will be the icing on the cake. I didn't use a nurse actually. Well, my boyfriend was my nurse. But, its a service that I've noticed they offer on their website for anyone coming from out of town. If you're friend is able to care for you, that's good. She should come with you when you go in for the surgery too, while you're signing paperwork because they will tell her some things directly. Having a friend is perfect (especially one that understands the surgery) so that should be good enough.
UPDATED FROM Funnygirl77
7 months post
Still so happy!!
Funnygirl77March 4, 2014
Hello friends!! It's been almost 7 months since my surgery and oh man. . .its looking better and better with each passing day. Let me reassure you. . .your nose will look swollen, strange, asymmetrical for the first few months. You have to ride it out. I know, I get you. I'm you. We're perfectionists. That's why we got the surgery in the first place. But, you'll have to learn to love the journey, my friends. . because oh man. . .the treasure that awaits is bountiful. Trust that you made the right decision. . .and let the rest of it go. Furthermore, you're in great hands. Dr. Ghavami is very helpful and is excited about his work and he wants you to look great so you don't have to worry that you're being left in the dark and alone. I am very happy, I made this decision. . .now. . what to work on next. . .hmmmm. . .xoxox
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March 5, 2014
Can you please update us with your recent pictures?
March 5, 2014
Sorry, I'm just realizing today that I haven't posted new photos. Shoot me your email and I'll forward.
March 5, 2014
we can barely tell what your nose looks like with the picture you put up
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Isn't it fun to wear make up after getting an improved nose? I loved that! Thank you for sharing your experience on RealSelf. Were there any supplies that you found really helpful while you healed?