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As most of you thinking about getting rhinoplasty,...
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.
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.
Goal Date has changed to anytime in May
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!
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!
April showers bring May flowers, and my Rhinoplasty Surgery!
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!!
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!!
Provider Review
Dr. Grigoryants and his staff were truly amazing in the whole process. Dr. G responded to my e-mail consult within 24 hours, and he always responded to any questions I had prior to surgery or aftercare almost immediately. I always felt as though the staff cared for me as a person, not just patient #62435 paying $10k. The office is always busy, so do not be in a rush to see the doctor, and do not try to rush the staff. The pre-op appointment with Dr. G in person was extremely reassuring that I made a great decision. He went over everything he could fix and anything that he wouldn't do (if it would create an imbalance if he did). If you have any specific questions for the Dr., have them ready when you go to your pre-op. If you still have questions after the pre-op, take them with you to the surgery center - he will visit with you briefly prior to surgery. The Avangard Surgery Center was pleasant all around, and comfortable while waiting. Overall, it has been a wonderful life changing experience for me!