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Grigoryant's Gal- Post op- 1 YEAR!

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Hey, y'all! First off, thank you everyone for...

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RoxZ
WORTH IT$8,800
Hey, y'all!

First off, thank you everyone for writing your reviews! They have been extremely helpful.

I want to pay it forward, so here I am!

Only a few people know I am doing this. I remember when I was younger I told my sisters that I wanted it done and most of them flipped out on me. One said I was being vain, one said I would be losing my "character", the other two said I didn't need it. I was very impressionable and I backed out. It's been years since then and I still stand by my decision to want to do this for myself. I am not telling anyone until after. (My husband knows and will be taking care of me during that week)

I chose Dr. Grigoryants based on a lot of wonderful reviews, great website photos, and 3 other consultations I've had in the past few years with other surgeons. I didn't mesh with the other surgeons and didn't feel at peace. I feel at peace with my decision this time and I believe my expectations are realistic.

I don't hate the overall shape of my nose, I would like the base not as wide, septum straitened, and the bump reduced. I like the fact that my tip is round and already has somewhat of a supratip, however I dislike how wide my tip is when I smile. My nose is also crooked (probably from the septum) hopefully it can be made straight and a little more symmetrical. I seem to rely on one angle for every photo. So annoying!

I am very hopeful about my experience with Dr. G!

2 months to go!

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Vladimir Grigoryants, MD

Vladimir Grigoryants, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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March 1, 2014
Best of luck to you. I think you look great already. You did pick a popular doctor so I'm sure you're in good hands and hopefully you'll get exactly what you want. I hope that he is able to leave some of that character to your nose so you still look like you.
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March 1, 2014
Thank you! I feel the same way about it. I don't want to not feel like me!
March 1, 2014
Thank you for sharing. I have consulted with Grigoryants myself and found him by far to be the most caring and detail-oriented of my 3 consults. He was happy to talk to me at length about his plans, and he noticed flaws with my nose that others docs didn't see because they were so rushed/ambivalent. Grigoryants really seems to care and want to make his patients happy. I am having trouble coming to a decision about a surgeon, but it's good to know there are others out there who are willing to share their journey and help others make informed decisions. I'm excited to see your progress :)
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March 1, 2014
I agree, my experience with him has been very good so far. I've been working with Zara for scheduling and payments, she's been really kind and helpful.
March 1, 2014
Yay, a fellow Dr. G patient! Mine's in May. Good luck!
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March 1, 2014
Thank you! Ours are right around the corner! Very excited
March 1, 2014
I had Dr. G. Your nose isn't even bad but will look flawless afterward. He's a great surgeon!
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March 1, 2014
I followed your review during your process. Thank you for it! You are gorgeous and I loved your results. You helped me chose Dr. G!
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March 2, 2014
Thank you for paying it forward! It sounds like you've given this a lot of thought and have done your homework. I hope you get your dream nose. :) Please keep us updated.
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March 2, 2014
I will! Thank you!
UPDATED FROM RoxZ
1 month pre

I hope Dr. G and I have similar visions for my nose.

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I've been messing around plastic surgery apps on my phone. I try not to over manipulate the image to be more realistic (if that's possible). The following pics are a rough idea of my vision or my nose.

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March 11, 2014
I just had my surgery with him last week-- honestly, I would just tell him what you absolutely DON'T want i.e. turned up tip, too scooped etc. and let him do the rest. Also, the recovery is NOTHING-- seriously, it is totally painless. I was expecting something much worse after reading reviews on this site. I haven't even taken the painkillers or the anti-nausea medication. The most annoying part is breathing through your mouth at night and having to sleep on your back. I will definitely let you know how it turned out when I get my cast and splints removed! As far as the grafting goes, he said that whenever he does a "bump reduction" he uses spreader grafts to preserve the integrity of the nose.
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March 11, 2014
Thank you! I would love to hear how yours turns out. You gave me some really good info. I think you're right. I will focus more on what i don't want, that sounds much easier to explain!
March 11, 2014
I am getting my septo-rhino on the 30th of April too!!! with dr. Shahidi in sydney... Good luck to you!
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March 11, 2014
Yay! Good luck to you too!!
March 12, 2014
Hi, I hope that you are well. Would you mind sharing your feedback of the doctor and his staff? I thought I was completely sure I would be getting my rhino with Dr. G but after trying to book a date with his receptionists and them being extremely unprofessional Im not so sure :( Also in what hospital did you have your surgery?
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March 12, 2014
The hospital will be Verdugo Hills Hospital i believe..need to double check that. So far I've had a really good experience with him and his staff. I worked with Zara. They've gotten back to me quickly and put up with me canceling and rescheduling with no qualms. I should do an update with this info, thanks!
March 12, 2014
Thank you!
March 13, 2014
His assistants are actually quite sweet and helpful :) I had no issues with them whatsoever and found them to be an asset to his practice.
March 13, 2014
Umm that's strange because when I've contacted them, they've been so unprofessional (couldnt give me basic information to schedule a date) and cold. Well thankfully they are not perfoming the surgery and I will try and ask the doctor for a way to contact him directly especially since I live in Europe. Thanks!
March 12, 2014
Yay! Another Grigoryant patient to follow! Good Luck!!!
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March 12, 2014
Thank you!
March 13, 2014
i like your little hump, not bad at all, but i know once it's in your mind you have to do something.
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March 13, 2014
Thank you! You are so right
UPDATED FROM RoxZ
1 month pre

Paid for surgery yesterday!

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I've been contemplating this surgery for so long it hasn't felt real until yesterday when I called and paid for it. I'm so excited and getting more and more nervous. I haven't really talked about what the process has been like up to this point so I will now.

After keeping up with all the rhinoplasties on this site for months and months, I found girls who went to Dr. G and I went to his website. I was really shocked at how many before and after photos he had. I sent the office an email with my photos as the directions on their website instructed to do and Dr. G wrote me back.

He told me all the things he had in mind for my nose and they were spot on with what I wanted. (Tip reduction/ hump reduction and alar reduction) For someone that was told for so long that there wasn't anything "wrong" with my nose, it was SO validating to be on the same page.

I felt really good about him and continued to follow the realselfers. He and his staff have been punctual and kind to me. The front desk ladies have thick accents and I think they are a little rushed when they talk to you, but it didn't bother me.

I originally scheduled last year for November. I had to reschedule because I was breastfeeding and decided it would be easier to travel once my little one was older.

I had a small gap in late April/early May I could schedule for where my husband would be able to come with me. I was told they only schedule three months in advance, so I waited patiently for February to come. I called Zara the first day in February! I got booked for April 30th.

So here I am waiting!

I live in Kansas. We are driving with my 1yr old daughter AND our dog! I just couldn't leave her behind, she's sooo attached to me. I am also still breastfeeding but my daughter is fine with bottles and I'll be pumping and freezing for that week.

Dr. G. said I can't breastfeed that week because I'll be on antibiotics. (I don't plan on taking any other medications, but don't hold me to it)

I can't believe it's almost here!

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April 10, 2014
You're so close! :] Hope you have a safe trip and good luck with your surgery! I'll be having mine in June so I look forward to seeing your recovery!
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April 11, 2014
I know, I can't believe it's finally here! I've been following so many reviews this year, it seems surreal. Thank you! June is also just around the corner :)
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April 18, 2014
:] omg. omg!! How long are you planning your stay here for your surgery?
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April 23, 2014
A week. I leave the day after cast removal! I can't believe i leave in 4 days! We are making a road trip out of it.