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Out of Town Patient Rhinoplasty - Two Weeks Post Op! - Glendale, CA

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Hello Real Self community! This website has become...

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ndeexo
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Hello Real Self community! This website has become an invaluable resource for me. I love reading people's personal stories, reviews and experiences with plastic surgery. Since my own rhinoplasty is coming up, I thought it was finally time I made my own contribution to the website in hopes that it will help others who are contemplating rhinoplasty. So here goes nothing!


A little background info on me: I am of Middle Eastern descent, and have been blessed with a "typical" Persian nose. My feelings towards my nose are mixed. In my early teenage years, I used to despise it with a burning passion and couldn’t stand my appearance. Presently, I have reached the point where I feel mostly neutral about my nose and am comfortable enough with it that I don't loathe myself every single time I look into the mirror. To put it simply, I have learned how to live with my nose. Plastic surgery never really seemed like a realistic option for me. I mean, we live in a society where there is so much negative stigma around plastic surgery and my knowledge on the topic was very limited and biased. Rhinoplasty always seemed like some far fetched dream that I would never go through with. In fact, my worst nightmare was getting rhinoplasty and ending up like the celebrities we see too often on the cover of trashy magazines with the title "Plastic Surgery Gone Wrong!!!!!".

However, this all changed when I discovered Real Self. I spent (and still do!) an extensive amount of time simply reading people's experiences with rhinoplasty and researching the plastic surgery world more in depth. After reading so many positive, life-changing stories, something suddenly clicked inside of me. Plastic surgery didn't seem so scary anymore. I realized I didn't want to live a life where I felt lousy and insecure about my appearance. The position of your nose is critical. Since it's in the middle of your face, it puts it right front and centre for every communication situation. I’m tired of constantly tilting my head in order to disguise my big nose in photographs, tired of using filters, covering up my face with a crap ton of makeup and hiding under my big hair. Mentally, I was finally ready for a change. I was ready to invest in my own personal happiness.

After months of searching for a plastic surgeon that specialized in rhinoplasty, I came across Dr. Grigoryants. I was incredibly impressed by his vast array of beautiful before and after photos and amazing reviews from his patients. It was also very reassuring to me that he had already worked with noses similar/identical to mine! I feel as though I can trust him to work wonders on my nose (which crazy since I have never even met him and I will be flying down from Canada for the surgery but my heart is all for it so I know it will all be worth it!).

My surgery date is now set for August 14th... a little too far away for my liking but it gives me a good excuse to practice my patience and save up (which is hard when you're in university full time!). Anyone have any tips on saving money when you’re a reckless spender?

Also promise to post pictures soon!

Cheers! x
N

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Vladimir Grigoryants, MD

Vladimir Grigoryants, MD

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January 16, 2015
Hi !! Welcome to the community!! I'm flying down to see him in 2 weeks from Toronto!!
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January 16, 2015
A fellow Canadian off to see Dr. G!!!! That's so awesome (I'm from Vancouver myself). And your surgery date is so soon, I'm so excited for you! I hope your experience is pleasant and un-complicated. Can't wait to come along on your journey :) All the best x
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January 16, 2015

A reckless spender. Haha! Saving is hard when there are so many beautiful, shiny things in the world. :) Thanks sooooo much for paying it forward. I'm glad you started your story here and I'm looking forward to cheering you on throughout this journey!

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January 18, 2015
I definitely agree! Thank you so much for your kind words. People like you are why I love this community so much :) xx
January 31, 2015
I live in Toronto and recently discovered Dr Grigoryants. I've had a few consultations locally but after seeing the beautiful results specific to my particular concern, no other surgeon will do! Please let me know your experience of travelling from Canada for surgery, particularly any border crossing issues. I had a hellish experience just going for a free cosmetic consultation. Also any insurance coverage required. Best of luck!
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February 3, 2015
So reassuring to me that there are other Canadians (like you!) who will be flying out to see Dr. G., my family and friends think I'm crazy for travelling so far for rhinoplasty! I still have 6 months to prepare the nitty gritty details but I will for sure be updating (and can personal message you the specific details regarding insurance, etc when I find out!). xx
February 7, 2015
Hi Maple Leaf! I am also from Toronto and just finished my rhinoplasty with Dr. G - flying back to Toronto tomorrow. Let me know if you want to connect and have any questions :)
February 25, 2015
Hi!!! How long will be your flight? And how long you have to be in CA? Well im thinking in travel there too,but im from spain is so far!!! You travel with somebody? Cant wait for read your experiencie!
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February 26, 2015
Hello! I'm coming from Vancouver (Canada) so my flight is luckily only 3 hours! Wow, Spain! I've always wanted to visit. A lot of Dr. G's patients are from all around the world, so you're definitely not going to be the only one travelling from so far away. And my mom is most likely going to fly down with me to support me post surgery! Thank you! :) x
February 27, 2015
Thanks,well 3 hours is nothing you are lucky!!My mom come with me to Mia mi last year for my breast augmentation,but Los Angeles is more far and everything more expensive,the surgery too... How long you planninh stay there?2 weeks?
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May 8, 2015
LA is definitely very expensive but I am sure it will be worth it. I will be staying for 10 days!
February 26, 2015
You are in good hands literally!! LOL Check out my profile he did my nose and if he can fix mine he can fix anyone's! He's the best LOVE Dr. G!!
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May 8, 2015
I've just seen your review... WOW! You are absolutely stunning. Thank you for the reassurance! Xx
UPDATED FROM ndeexo
6 months pre

Before photos

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(The fact that I can now write “before” on my photos makes me so giddy- anyone else feel the same?! So excited my rhinoplasty is actually happening, it isn’t an idle dream/thought/idea anymore! 6 months to go.... so close but so far.)

As promised, here are some photos of my nose at its best! (cringe) My biggest issue with my nose is the hanging tip. It is especially evident when I laugh or smile. It truly resembles Squidward’s nose in my opinion. My wish is for a more "feminine" nose that will balance the rest of my facial features.
Via email, Dr. G said he will reduce the hump, narrow the bones, and refine / raise the tip!

And the waiting game continues...
N x

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February 7, 2015

Squidward! You're eons prettier than him. :) It is exciting to be able to say "before", which means there will definitely be an "after". I'm excited for you!

UPDATED FROM ndeexo
6 months pre

Actual before photos...

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Photos didn't upload in the other post... awkward.

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February 7, 2015
You are going to have amazing results with Dr. G!!!! Just hang in there :)
February 20, 2015
Hi! I'm scheduled for Dr. F on May 20, I was on the waiting list and got in. If you want to move your appointment up, you probably can, just ask to be on the wait list! I would never make it to august - ever since I started looking into rhino, all I see is my nose my nose my nose. I swear it's crazy - I had learned to live with it, too (more or less), making daily makeup and hair camouflage efforts, and never really considered rhino. But my story is the same as yours - real self stories and patient reports and suddenly I was like, Oh. So I won't be down and out for a month or more? and so this is more likely to work out great than not great? (esp. with Dr. G!!! ) OK then ... and as I said, now that I"ve decided to do it, I can't believe a) how much huger my nose seems to me and b) that I"ve waited so long! (I'm 45.) You are going to look absolutely stunning - your eyes are beautiful and your face is symmetrical, I'm so excited to see your results! I haven't posted pictures on my site - I just can't do it, I'm feeling very bashful about it - but I will try to post how I'm feeling as the days go by and my experience in general (and maybe I'll get some pics up as well.)
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February 26, 2015
Hello! The waiting list is absolutely crazy, you are so lucky to have found a spot so soon! I have been in contact with Dr. G since December and am supposedly on the waiting list for June/July (would like to get it done sooner than August) but so far, nothing! I completely understand your anxieties regarding your nose!! I feel the exact same way (especially since deciding to go through with rhinoplasty!) I have a great feeling about Dr.G, especially after connecting with a lot of his patients via Real Self, I'm sure we are in great hands. The discomforts in the week post surgery will be nothing compared to the confidence the new nose will bring for the rest of our lives! Thank you so much for your kind words. It took a lot of courage for me to post my pictures! However, you shouldn't feel pressured to add photos to your review, words are just as valuable! I absolutely love reading people's thoughts pre and post surgery. I am so excited to come along on your journey! Make sure to keep us updated in the weeks to come! :) xx
March 1, 2015
I think you will get in for june/july. My understanding is that patients have to pay for the procedure one month before its scheduled. So he gets cancellations a month before most often, I think. I would say if you want to get in for then, just call every few weeks but I bet something will open up for you with about a month's notice.