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32 and Wanted a New Nose Since I Was 10. Glendale, CA

Name: 32 and Wanted a New Nose Since I Was 10. Glendale, CA
Item: Vladimir Grigoryants, MD
Rating: 5
Author: thegrassbends

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As most of you thinking about getting rhinoplasty,...

thegrassbendsFebruary 28, 2015

WORTH IT$9,500

As most of you thinking about getting rhinoplasty, you've been thinking about it for a long time. You've been researching it for a long time. And I'm sure you ask yourself the same questions I am which are; Am I going to like my new nose? Will I like how I look? Will I be happy? How do I choose the "best" surgeon? Who will see what I see so clearly negative about my nose, and make it more aesthetically pleasing?

I don't have a surgery date yet, however I'm waiting for the call. I've chosen to go with Dr. Grigoryants for the following reasons:
1. In a video he stated that rhinoplasty is one of the most rewarding procedures that he completes.
2. Dr. Grigoryants is good about managing expectations with something he said in the e-mail consult which was "You will have a good result."
3. Dr. Grigoryants took the time to respond to my e-mail consult the same day I wrote him and sent him photos.
4. Before and After photos on his website and on realself.com of very beautiful results.

Honestly, I'm not expecting perfection. I don't even know what perfection in a nose is. I'm not expecting what a computer generated picture looks like. I'm expecting better than now.

As for the people in my life that know about my decision, only one person has said "What's wrong with your nose?" Seriously? You didn't notice the dorsal hump, the hanging columella, the bulbous tip?? I guess some people don't notice, but everyone else has said, "I can see why you would like that done." THANK YOU to all of you who understand why I would like this done. :)

I will update when I have a surgery date. The goal date is April 11th-15th.

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Vladimir Grigoryants, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (25)

Stacie1975

February 28, 2015

Good Luck! His results are pretty incredible!

Triciamelissa

February 28, 2015

you must be on his wait list for April!? How thrilling! i was told if you are determined to get in at a certain time range, you probably can as he gets cancelations up to a month before surgery dates. I was waitlisted for may and now am scheduled may 20th!!! I'm so excited. You have an absolutely beautiful face, and I think your features will stand out even more when you have a nose that is a little bit more in proportion. I am excited for you!!

tmari92

April 11, 2015

I've been wait listed since December and I've been told that I haven't moved Anywhere on the list. How are you guys getting sooner surgery dates?

thegrassbends

April 13, 2015

Hi TMari92, After reading your review, I realized why you're not in "sooner." At one point I was so excited that I asked Lorita if I should secure the soonest appointment available and then hope they call me with an earlier cancellation date. She told me, "We won't call you or have you on a list if you actually secure a date. You'll want to stay on the wait list if you want us to call you when a cancellation occurs and when you're next on the list." I have a feeling this is why you haven't "moved up." I don't work there and I don't know all details of your situation, however this is what I was told. I never secured a date, I just waited and hoped they would call!

Triciamelissa

April 13, 2015

Yes, this sounds probable. I never had a date, either, I could really only do it in May so I waitlisted myself for May, and then I called twice checking in. The second time I called, they had had a cancellation the night before (message left on the machine, I guess); I called the next morning just by chance, and they put me in that slot. I would suggest calling if you really want to get in there. xo,

tmari92

April 13, 2015

Thank you for getting back to me. I'll try this for sure tomorrow morning. So what do I tell them? Should I even Mention that I secured a date or should I just tell them to wait list me for may? It's just that august is so far away. Not to mention, I'll be starting my semester that same week. I'm calling tomorrow bit of you guys could give me some guidance on what to do, I would really appreciate it. Thank you :)

Triciamelissa

April 14, 2015

Oh, gosh, I don't know! I guess I would just ask if they have had any cancellations for May and ask to be waitlisted because the date that you have in August is going to be a hardship for you, timing-wise. I don't know their policies but I would imagine you could get them to help you. Also, once you confirm you are on the waitlist for May, I would ask how many people are ahead of you and what the odds are that you can get in, and then get the name of the person you're talking to so you have a connection with someone. Then call back in a week and check in again. GOOD LUCK!

Ms. Nasty Nose

February 28, 2015

Honestly, Do not risk ruining your nice, normal looking, nose. It might not be exactly the way you would like it to be, but it looks like a nice and stable nose. Do not start down the road that many of us have been down with failed rhinoplasty. You could end up with the improvements that you want, but you could just as easily end up with an expensive mess as many of us have. You have a beautiful nose. Do not risk ruining it.

Stacie1975

February 28, 2015

There certainly alot of clown surgeons but Dr. G graduated From Dartmouth medical school ( ivy league) and did training residencies at Uof M Ann Arbor 3 rd top for residency program in country. Next to impossible to get into these programs! Dr Grigoryants is obviously a highly skilled surgeon; Im sure youll be in good hands!

peanut7

February 28, 2015

I feel like we have such similar noses. People say the same to me: your nose is fine. But they aren't the ones living with it and there's such a stigma attached to plastic surgery, which is funny to me because every actress out there has had a nose job and no one realizes it. I'm learning to disregard other people's judgements and do what I feel is best for myself. I am also booked with grigoryants for later this year so I'm excited to see your progress! He has so many beautiful results so I think you've chosen well

Vida2015

March 1, 2015

Thanks for sharing. I have not told anyone about my surgery because I don't want to hear anyone mouth about how I don't need it. It's annoying. I initially tried to tell a friend and she literally said "oh no, you don't need that, I'm going to think you're crazy if you get that done". So I haven't told anyone else. I wish I could discuss it with others who understands. I guess that's what these forums are for. I'm getting my rhinoplasty in April.

UPDATED FROM thegrassbends

28 days pre

Goal Date has changed to anytime in May

thegrassbendsApril 5, 2015

Hello my fellow RSers!

I'm constantly reading everyone else's experiences here, and I'm so happy to follow your stories. Thank you all for sharing. What I've noticed so far is there are (at least) two types of people right after surgery..... The people that have more to gain from rhinoplasty are the happiest, and the people that are making small refinements which seem to be slightly less happy. I like to think I have more to gain and that I'm going to be amazed at the difference immediately after, but of course anything is possible.

It's good to always stay optimistic and know that *I'm* no different than everyone else: I will have swelling for AT LEAST 1 year after the surgery. I will have good days and bad days. My nose is going to look WEIRD on my face, and I'm going to look strange to myself for a while.

Tips I've learned from everyone:
My nose might look weird to me, but everyone else won't notice.
Stay active, and get active early in the day. It helps with the swelling.
Limit the sodium intake to reduce swelling.
Elevate the head at night to keep blood from pooling in the tip of the nose.
Wearing makeup and my hair down will distract others from how my nose looks (if I don't like it that day).
PerfectlyImperfect had a great pre/post list of items to buy. I've already purchased many of those items! Thank you! #perfectlyimperfect

I have a "receptionist" type job, so I interact with new people all throughout the day - so I'll be very self conscious about my nose. My job forced me to change my goal date, so now I'm hoping for a cancellation in May - really anytime in May. If anyone is considering changing their date from May to another time, I'd be super happy to take it.

I've included a morphed before and after photo. I hope it's clear which one is before (left) and which one is after (right)!

Thanks everyone. Keep updating your stories!

Replies (6)

Cinderella's

April 5, 2015

I think you've made the best decision related to the surgeon. All his reviews are excellent and all I've heard/read/seen about Grigoryants's closed rhinoplasties is GREAT. Good luck my darling!

thegrassbends

April 7, 2015

I agree! He seems like the best choice. He's an amazing surgeon....... It looks like your surgery has gone well so far! Keep us updated. :)

Ahna A

April 6, 2015

Based on my experience, it sounds like you're well prepared (mentally) for surgery. I hope you get the date you want. Best of luck!

thegrassbends

April 7, 2015

Thank you so much Ahna. I do believe the mental part is as much important as the surgeon chosen. I've been following your story and I think you look great! Wishing you the best.

Triciamelissa

April 7, 2015

Hi! I agree, people who have the most to gain are the happiest. I"ll be a Big Gain Recipient, so, I think I'll be happy! I hope you get a may date. I got in on May 20 because of a cancellation several months ago. I hear it is possible to sneak in there -- good luck!

thegrassbends

April 7, 2015

Hi TriciaMelissa! I've been following your story and last I knew you were figuring the logistics of everything. Let me know if would recommend the place you're going to stay. I've looked at some extended stay hotels, and some homeaway.com places. Just not sure where to stay yet.... :)

UPDATED FROM thegrassbends

23 days pre

April showers bring May flowers, and my Rhinoplasty Surgery!

thegrassbendsApril 11, 2015

Hi everyone!

I'm super excited to share with everyone that I got lucky enough to receive a cancellation call for May 4th!!! I had been on the wait-list since late January, but it DID happen!

Everyone at Dr. Grigoryants's office has been extremely helpful, answered all of my questions so far, and have been patient with me when I've called to check to see if they had cancellations. I had consultations with other doctors and I will tell you that I never got the warm and fuzzies like I do with Dr. Grigoryants and his staff.

Now to get the blood tests done... April 20th I'll discontinue garlic, fish oil, vitamin E, NSAIDS and all those other medications on the no-no list....

Logistics: I picked out a place to stay with my husband and sister on homeaway.com in Pasadena. A two bedroom dwelling for less than $200/night. We'll probably fly into Burbank as it's closer to Pasadena and has much less traffic to navigate through.

I will update after the Pre-Op appointment on May 2nd!

Thanks everyone and keep sharing YOUR stories please!!