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Surgery Booked with Dr Lucian Ion - London, GB
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A 19, nearly 20, year old girl suffering from...
ButtonBrunetteNovember 26, 2016
WORTH IT$10,512
A 19, nearly 20, year old girl suffering from insecurity due to my nose for a couple years now and have finally decided to take the plunge. Have had other consultations but Lucian Ion is definitely the surgeon for me. He is realistic and confident in his work and I believe he will give me the nose I have been dreaming of.
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November 26, 2016
Hi I had revision rhinoplasty with Lucian Ion only 8 days ago and he is amazing.I am so happy with my new nose you are in safe caring hands x
November 26, 2016
Hello, I am so happy for you that he has restored faith and made you happy! It is nice to hear that for me also and makes me extra excited for my op.
At some point once your nose swelling settles or if you ever feel comfortable if you could send me pics that would be great. Happy healing x
At some point once your nose swelling settles or if you ever feel comfortable if you could send me pics that would be great. Happy healing x
November 26, 2016
Im going to do photo review after six week check up.Swelling not as bad as some as I have thin skin and not much bruising at all.But he is gentle.You have picked the best surgeon seriously.One of the nurses told me no patient has ever said one thing bad about him and i believe it as he cares.he took my splints out and was so gentle.His stitches are neat and tidy you cant see any scars and thats only 8 days ago.He has made my nostrils so small and lowered the front of my nose and got rid of the upturned tip.I really cant believe it.he will give you the nose you have been dreaming of.Well done for choosing Lucian Ion there are too many people unhappy with other surgeons.he should have 5 stars as 4.7 is a joke.he is THE BEST x
November 26, 2016
It's funny because his ratings that aren't 5 stars could easily be 5 stars but its just people being like "at the end of the day we should be happy with our own skin" and them just not updating their reviews after immediate cast removal where the nose is still a bit swollen.
And yes he does seem very attentive and caring. I like that he said to me that he only believes he has done a good job if we don't worry about our noses anymore and are happy with it as a good nose to him might be a horrid nose to us. And he doesn't force anything about "Standards" he definitely wants us to have a nose that we want and are happy with, not just what the surgeon ordered.
I am so thrilled for you, I also have big nostrils and hope they will be reduced. Did you have an alar base reduction cause I am and idk if I should be worried about scarring? x
And yes he does seem very attentive and caring. I like that he said to me that he only believes he has done a good job if we don't worry about our noses anymore and are happy with it as a good nose to him might be a horrid nose to us. And he doesn't force anything about "Standards" he definitely wants us to have a nose that we want and are happy with, not just what the surgeon ordered.
I am so thrilled for you, I also have big nostrils and hope they will be reduced. Did you have an alar base reduction cause I am and idk if I should be worried about scarring? x
November 26, 2016
Yes I had alar base reduction.My nostrils had collapsed so really big and you think he cant possibly get them small but he does.i cant see any scars seriously you have nothing to worry about.I have been ill with worry for months and I get married next year and kept thinking what if I hate it.I could have saved myself all the worry he is a perfectionist he is the best surgeon.As for reviews there was one iffy review i found and I asked them to send photos to me as I was panicking and needless to say no photos appeared.Trust me you will be over the moon x
November 26, 2016
Thats fab! Aw congrats on your engagement, you can know take the best wedding photos from all angles with no worries. Thanks for the reassurances, I hope it continues to get better and be sure to keep me updated! x
November 26, 2016
Thank you will do.The wedding spurred me on to get it done because I didnt want to be upset of any photos from the side!!what other surgeons did you see?Im so happy for you that you are going with Lucian Ion the more people who see what amazing results he produces the less upset people there will be going to some questionable surgeons.I hate people being unhappy because I know how it feels.I lived with my botched nose for 20 plus years and I dont want others to feel like I did.You picked the best x
November 26, 2016
Well I'm glad you did! I was going to see Basim Matti as I know 2 people who have gone with him and have had nice noses but that was a good few years ago and his reviews aren't that great now so I cancelled. I saw Jawed Tahery but I am so glad I didn't go through cause he seems to botch a lot of noses. I was also considering Julian Rowe-Jones and Julian De Silva but I honestly think Lucian is the best from the research I've done. x
November 27, 2016
I am so so happy that your op went well... That's fab! I am interested in the columella scar... Is it really not noticeable after 8 days? It is the one issue I have about having an open surgery - I've never wanted a scar at the base of my nose... Did Mr Ion say if they fade completely? And what about the alar base? Thank you so much in advance. X
November 27, 2016
From what I see the columella scar literally does become invisible quite soon when done properly
November 28, 2016
I am 10 dayspost op and you can barely see the columella scar its tiny and neat seriously dont worry about that.Worst part is waiting for the swelling to go and thats just because I am impatient!!!
November 26, 2016
So glad you chose Mr Ion. Just read about your near miss! You were very lucky!
November 26, 2016
Yes I am beyond lucky! Like I actually feel a bit sick in my stomach knowing I could've gone down that route
November 26, 2016
I know the feeling. I almost did too. I actually had my surgery booked with him and had to cancel and rearrange because I couldn't make the date due to other arrangements. Then I started seeing all the bad reviews popping up and realised he really isn't very good at what he does. So I went with Mr Ion! It was more money and further to travel but so worth it to have it done properly!
November 26, 2016
Yeah I just had a really uneasy feeling about him but I was so eager for it I nearly rushed and booked it, luckily we both didn't! Have you had your surgery with Ion then? If so could I see pics? If you don't want to then no worries but it will just be reassuring for me haha
November 27, 2016
Yes.. actually right now i'm almost scared to read more about him because everything i've read/seen about him is so scary good haha. I guess my surgery will be in june/july next year so i will definitely follow you.
November 27, 2016
Yeah I was like that but literally everything I've heard about him has been only good so far, not only on reviews but from word of mouth too! I look forward to hearing about your surgery too, hope you decide to go with Ion too I truly think he's the best in the UK atm
UPDATED FROM ButtonBrunette
4 months pre
First Consultation
ButtonBrunetteNovember 26, 2016
So I had my first consultation with Dr Ion late November. I arrived at his practice on Harley Street and was greeted by his lovely stuff. I was handed a form to complete to fill out details about my contact details, health etc. Soon after Lucian Ion called me to his office and after pleasant introductions he examined my nose externally and internally. He took pictures of me from all angles and I then had a seat at his desk.
He asked me about how I envisioned my nose to be and I informed him of what I would like to be changed. He then morphed my photos listening to what I wanted and showed me such an elegant nose! I asked him to make it a little less upturned and he listened. One thing about Dr Ion is he is very attentive. He will not force his opinion on you on what he believes your nose should be, he will listen to what you want and tell you whether its realistic or if it could be improved further.
He then explained his techniques and his aftercare. He was so thorough and informative I was left with no questions to ask. I spent a good hour and a half in his office, he really took his time explaining everything.
We both agreed on how my nose good be improved so I'm booked for my surgery on 20th March 2017. I believe his earliest available consultations as of late November are mid February, and his earliest surgery dates are late March/early April.
My quote is £8,600 but because I've opted for an overnight stay in Weymouth Hospital I have to pay an extra £400 bringing my total to £9000. Some may say this is very expensive, but I would rather pay more for that extra piece of mind for altering something that is in the centre of my face.
He asked me about how I envisioned my nose to be and I informed him of what I would like to be changed. He then morphed my photos listening to what I wanted and showed me such an elegant nose! I asked him to make it a little less upturned and he listened. One thing about Dr Ion is he is very attentive. He will not force his opinion on you on what he believes your nose should be, he will listen to what you want and tell you whether its realistic or if it could be improved further.
He then explained his techniques and his aftercare. He was so thorough and informative I was left with no questions to ask. I spent a good hour and a half in his office, he really took his time explaining everything.
We both agreed on how my nose good be improved so I'm booked for my surgery on 20th March 2017. I believe his earliest available consultations as of late November are mid February, and his earliest surgery dates are late March/early April.
My quote is £8,600 but because I've opted for an overnight stay in Weymouth Hospital I have to pay an extra £400 bringing my total to £9000. Some may say this is very expensive, but I would rather pay more for that extra piece of mind for altering something that is in the centre of my face.
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UPDATED FROM ButtonBrunette
4 months pre
Morphs & Other Pics on Instagram
ButtonBrunetteNovember 26, 2016
I will not be uploading any pictures of myself on here due to privacy reasons. However, if you guys want to keep up-to-date with my journey through pictures give my rhinoplasty instagram a follow. The account is Rhiyesplasty - if you don't have a rhinoplasty instagram account just drop me a message and I'll be more than happy to accept. There is a great community on instagram for support and advice on rhinoplasty and I encourage you all to take part.
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November 27, 2016
I added you on Instagram, n7coats, hope to follow your journey. Really hope your surgery goes well.
November 27, 2016
I've accepted you. And thank you I hope it goes well too and wish you best also
November 27, 2016
What is your insta name so I can follow you. I am booked in with Lucian for June! X
December 1, 2016
i'm trying to follow you on insta. i love this doctor and can't wait to see your result!
December 3, 2016
What's your insta name so I can accept? I only accept rhinoplasty accounts or ppl who message me on there that I know are from realself haha :)
December 3, 2016
January 16, 2017
March 1, 2017
I added you on Instagram, habkis, so I van follow you. I am had my consultation with Ion in Februari 17.
Thanks for sharing!