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23yo Student Hoping to Be a Grigoryants Girl - Glendale, CA

UPDATED FROM hopeflow

One Year Update!

$9,500
Hi everyone,

So it's been just over a year since I had my surgery. The time has gone so fast! I thought I'd post some pictures so you can all see how it looks now that the swelling has gone down significantly.

I have noticed my columella has dropped a lot, so my nose looks quite different to a few months ago. I also noticed that on my left side (where he filled in a dent with some cartilage) it seems a bit 'soft' so I'm hoping that's not a bad sign. I'm panicking a little that the left side might be collapsing, but I think that's because that nostril was always a bit narrower than the other, both pre and post op. Hopefully it's just a case of swelling going down and the tissue not being as stiff as it previously was.

Aesthetically, it isn't perfect, but the important thing is: I'm okay with that! :)

I accept that it will never be perfect and though I still think about the appearance on and off, I'm not constantly worrying about it as I once was. My nose/ nostrils tend to lean to the right a little bit, but I don't think it's super obvious unless someone is really studying it. :P Overall, I'm still really happy with my decision and don't regret it.

I'm including a ton of photos from different angles that I took the other day. I applied too much blusher that day so apologies for the crazy orange cheeks :P

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Vladimir Grigoryants, MD

Vladimir Grigoryants, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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GORGEOUS. Thank you for coming back and updating us. You look so lovely. I have surgery with Dr. G on May 30th, so I greatly appreciate the continued updates.
Aww thank you, that's very kind. And you're welcome! This site helped me SO much during the whole process so I hope I can return the favour. I wish you the best of luck with your surgery, that's so exciting! :D
You look very pretty and feminine with your nose! Thanks for updating! I read your blog and saw early in your recovery you were concerned about uneven nostrils and you wanted your tip to dip down more. How are your nostrils now? Are they more even? Is your tip now lower? I am 2,5 months postop and my nostrils are also uneven and they show a lot on the front view. I hope this will get better as swelling resolves
I meant to tell that in your unsershot nostrils appear symmetrical and i do not notice that they lean to the right
Oh yay thanks, that's good to hear it isn't so noticeable from another's point of view :)
Thank you very much for the compliment, I am very pleased with my results. Don't worry about the uneven-ness. I know everyone says this, but give it time. When I first had my surgery done my tip was SO high and so my nostrils were on show for everyone to see. There were also swollen and stiff so were really uneven.

Now, my tip has dropped a lot so you can't see my nostrils as much (which is a good thing!). I will say, my nostrils are still a tiny bit uneven, but they already were before surgery and have still improved from before surgery. I reckon your nostrils will even out lots more over the next few months. My nose changed LOADS from the first few months til now, so please don't panic!

Happy healing! :)
Thank you for your support and sharing your experience. It is relief to know that i am not alone who had this nostrils on display experience:). You patience paid off and now you look gorgeous!
I love your outcome and reflection in it. Very happy for you!!
Thanks so much! I love reading your updates too, so helpful.
Aww you look like a pixie!!! So cute !! It suits you :)) pretty girl
Thank you so much! :)
You look beautiful so natural
Thank you lovely! :)
UPDATED FROM hopeflow

7 Month Review

Wow! The time has flown by and I can't believe it's been around seven months already. I thought I'd post some photos to show what my nose is doing currently; thankfully I haven't had any issues since my last update. The tip is a lot softer and the feeling in the tip is returning, so it's starting to feel like a human nose again and not a stiff block on the front of my face! Some things I noticed; I have started dating a wonderful guy and when we kiss, the tip of my nose can get a little pink and dry, so I think there's still some sensitivity whilst it's continuing to heal.

Also, in the last couple of weeks, I got an annoying spot on the bridge of my nose (kind of close to my eye). It's been months since surgery, so I don't think it's directly because of that, but it is taking ages to go away and I've never experienced this before. It's one of those that just sits under the skin and never really comes to a head (sorry for the gross info), I was just wondering if anyone else experienced anything like this and if they had to go to the doctor about it? I'm wondering if it just had something to do with the skin/ inside of my nose being moved around a little.

I noticed the very top of my bridge is still a little sore if I press on it so I think this is a sign it's still doing some healing up there.

Otherwise, all is well and I am happy with my decision. :)

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Oh i had this spot, it was under the skin and it took months to go away, i think the skin is healing and shrinking. Do you feel your eyes have changed?
I'm glad to to hear I'm not the only one. Thanks for sharing your experience. :) I don't think so - I feel like maybe the skin around them is slightly more lined but that could be sun damage as opposed to anything to do with the rhinoplasty (I'm really pale and burn easily!)
Has anyone noticed you had a rhino?
I think initially it was 50/50. I was fairly open about the procedure before getting it, so most people close to me knew I was getting it done. I feel like only a small handful of people actually said, 'Woah, you look different!', whereas the majority of people (including my Dad haha!) was just like, 'I didn't really notice a big change to be honest!' - So I think after swelling goes down, not that many people will notice.
You look great. I am so happy for you. Wish you fast healing.
Congratulations on your new nose! It looks great. i contacted Dr. G for a consultation and after looking at my pictures he said that my nose looks good and he doesn't recommend rhynoplasty to me. Did you get the same response from him at the beginning?
Hi! Sorry for the late reply. I didn't get the same response from him, when I emailed him initially he suggested a few changes. Did you decide against it in the end? :)
UPDATED FROM hopeflow

Three Month Update

Hey guys!

It's been just over three months so I thought I'd post some pictures and let you know how I'm getting on. Physically I basically feel back to normal, as in, my nose is no longer blocked whatsoever and I can breathe perfectly, just as before my operation. My nostrils aren't so stiff anymore and are much more flexible. The tip is still very stiff in comparison to the rest of the nose but it isn't sore to touch at all. I noticed I have a tiny bit of scar tissue on the inside of one of my nostrils but it isn't visible unless you study the inside of my nose and doesn't cause me any problems. I think I actually found a tiny stitch the other day that must of been stuck up there for ages! I just blew it out. I am eaten normally and drink occassionally and haven't really had any issues with swelling (as far as I can tell!).

Overall very happy with my decision to get surgery.

Here are some photos, some were taken at my 25th party just a few days ago, so excuse the elf make up! :P

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Omg girl 25?! Umm you look 15 haha in a good way keep them guessing! You look sublime love your outfit and headpiece. Looking great :))
Haha oh my Gosh, you absolutely charmer! Thank you! You're the sweetest :)
You look very pretty, swelling has gone down a lot! congratulations
Aww thank you so much! It's so nice to be able to smile normally again :)
Cute
Thankyou!
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