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Having Rhinoplasty Very Soon! - Glendale, CA

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I've been reading stories here on Realself and...

Liddyn
$9,500
I've been reading stories here on Realself and commenting on some since last year. Back then, honestly , I told myself I probably would never write a review since I'm more on the shy side but since I've been on, I've learned so much from reading reviews and comments, and they've helped me a lot with my decision to get a nose job that I figured I would do the same. :) Plus as the day gets much closer I'm starting to feel very nervous. I'm having different feelings about this surgery from feeling guilty, scared, nervous, happy and excited. I tell myself that afterwards I will be able to breath better and will actually like the way my nose looks as oppose to now. Well let me start with what led to my decision. I've had breathing issues since I was small. I had a septoplasty approx 10 years ago that didn't help my breathing. Last November I was told by an ENT/plastic surgeon that I had a deviated septum, large turbinates, and would need a cartilage graft added to my nose so that I could breath better. He also offered to remove my bump and make my bulbilous tip smaller. I did always disliked that so after thinking about it I decided that I did want to do it and got very excited. I really dislike my profile as I feel it looks like my nose is pushed in. Then I decided to look up that particular dr's website searching for before and after pictures before I book a date with the surgeon but I didn't find many. As a matter of fact there was only 2 or 3 pics of older men and when I asked to see more, he said that a lot of his patients were very private and didn't want to have there pictures shown. Well I understood that perfectly fine but wasn't too comfortable not knowing too much or seeing his work. I began looking for more information online and found this website. As I was getting more familiar with this website, I continued to go on consultations. I went to 3 other plastic surgeons before I choose the dr that will do my rhinoplasty which is Dr. Grigoryants. My consultation appointment with him was in March, which by the way I was going to cancel but my daughter encouraged me to go and see what he would say. I'm glad I did because after the appointment I wanted him to do my surgery. I scheduled surgery for June 28th but had to cancel due to financial difficulties. Then the next surgery date available was for Sept 22nd and that's when I'm having it. Next week, Monday! I can't believe how fast time have flown by! I only have a few days left. I plan to go shopping to get my supplies ready on Friday. I wanted to ask of you guys have any recommendations?

Liddyn's provider

Vladimir Grigoryants, MD

Vladimir Grigoryants, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Replies (13)

September 18, 2014
GoodLuck! I Wish you a speedy recovery. I am schedule for Rhino with Dr G. in December
September 18, 2014
Thanks you!! I appreciate it. :)
September 19, 2014
Im proud of you for following through and taking the necessary steps to enhance your health and beauty. No reason to feel guilty about that! We should always strive to become better people throughout life inside and out. I made a checklist on my rhinoplasty review and I am so glad I bought all those supplies and did some extra things to prepare. As long as your prepared and you have a great doctor you should be totally fine! The worst part for me so far was actually getting over the fear of anesthesia. After that with the support of my family and friends the recovery has been a breeze.
September 19, 2014
Thank you for your kind words. It means a lot right now that I'm practically 2 days away.eeek 2 days! I have so many worries but I have to just relax or atleast try too. Btw, I saw your before pics and you looked beautiful, you're going to look stunning with your new nose. :)
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September 19, 2014
Your op is 2 days after mine! (different doctor obviously) I just wanted to say good luck and I hope everything turns out well for you :)
September 19, 2014
Had mine on the 15th, so far Im healing quickly and painlessly! Such a breeze!!!
September 21, 2014
Yours was on Sat? Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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September 20, 2014
I'll be thinking of you on Monday! Here's a list of supplies you might find helpful. Please let us know how it goes!
September 20, 2014
Thanks for the list but I had my surgery last monday lol
September 20, 2014
oh wait im confused stupid pain meds hahaha i thought this was on my page! wahahahaha im going back to sleep
September 21, 2014
Haha I read your reply earlier and thought this wasn't for me till I'm reading again right now. heehee
September 21, 2014
Thank you! That's very sweet of you. I tried clicking in the link but it takes me to the 15 questions to ask your PS.
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November 19, 2014
He did my brothers nose a few years back . My brother had a long , bulbous , crooked nose. My brother now looks like a whole diffrent person because of Dr. G. Good luck. He's a sweet careing Dr. He is very Genuine .
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1 day pre

1 more day!

Liddyn
One more till my surgery! Well it's on Monday but I don't really count it. It's feels so surreal that I'm only one day away. I haven't told anyone but my husband and my daughter. They're very supportive but I'm nervous to tell the rest of the family. I'm getting ALL of these crazy feelings! Oh and I asked my PS regarding taking medicine to help me relax and he said he would give me a prescription on Monday so I'm happy about that just in case I need them. Ahh and I've also been reading reviews today all day. It's helping me with the way I'm feeling and I love looking at before and afters and how happy and beatiful the after noses are. Almost there!!!!!!

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September 21, 2014
yuppp oh those pre surgical jitters. I had them SO BAD. I was like going over my will and getting pretty dramatic about it. The nurses calmed me down and I just said "[RS bleep] it, lets do this" and that lil mantra got me onto the OR table. And I woke up happy and with a new nose, just like how you will! I promise your going to do great! Your making a huge investment in yourself and you deserve to be confident and happy. Good luck and try to enjoy your weekend :)
September 21, 2014
Thank you so much! I've bern keeping busy which is very good. But now were hint and I'm over here in the kitchen table thinking abt what I last minute things I need to get ready for Monday. Talked to my hubby but he says everything will be fine but I don't think he understands. I think part of me is very excited but scared to be excited too. I'm a mess! Lol I wonder how I'll be tomorrow. That's funny how you said [RS bleep] it lets do this when the nurses came. Too funny lol but I love your attitude.
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1 day pre

Question

Liddyn
Oh did any one who had surgery with Dr. Grigoryants take slippers to the surgery center? I'm reading the before and after surgery instructions and it says to take slippers and clothes that zip up infront and draw string pants?

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