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24yo saving $$$ for Rhinoplasty - London, GB
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I'm gonna start off the same as every other review...
$10,000
I'm gonna start off the same as every other review by saying that I've disliked my nose since I can remember. I always knew I would eventually get a rhinoplasty but never really knew when as I didn't have the money for it and found the idea of finally going through with surgery quite overwhelming and intimidating. It's only since I found this website and read everyone else's reviews that I decided that now is the time to put the wheels into motion and start saving up and planning this out properly.
I realised as I got older that another thing which bothers me about my appearance (perhaps even more that my nose) is my pointy chin. In order to keep a good facial harmony I believe my chin is something which needs to be addressed (reduced) so I'm hoping I can kill two birds with one stone and get both procedures done at the same time.
I have been looking into doctors and have decided to book my first consult with Lucion Ion in London, because, from what I can see, he is a nose expert. I emailed his office regarding the genioplasty and they told me that he does do reduction genioplasty a but if a large reduction of the bone is needed then I may need to see a maxillofacial surgeon who deals specifically with the bones of the face. We shall see!
I live in Dubai so I'll need to fly in for the consultation but I'm a British expat and my mum lives not too far from London so it shouldn't be too difficult.
I realise that as this is just the beginning of my journey to a happier face that I haven't posted anything very helpful yet. But I'll be sure to keep you all updated as I go.
I realised as I got older that another thing which bothers me about my appearance (perhaps even more that my nose) is my pointy chin. In order to keep a good facial harmony I believe my chin is something which needs to be addressed (reduced) so I'm hoping I can kill two birds with one stone and get both procedures done at the same time.
I have been looking into doctors and have decided to book my first consult with Lucion Ion in London, because, from what I can see, he is a nose expert. I emailed his office regarding the genioplasty and they told me that he does do reduction genioplasty a but if a large reduction of the bone is needed then I may need to see a maxillofacial surgeon who deals specifically with the bones of the face. We shall see!
I live in Dubai so I'll need to fly in for the consultation but I'm a British expat and my mum lives not too far from London so it shouldn't be too difficult.
I realise that as this is just the beginning of my journey to a happier face that I haven't posted anything very helpful yet. But I'll be sure to keep you all updated as I go.
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UPDATED FROM KatesNose
8 months pre
My current nose and a few photoshop morphs I was playing with.
I realise that I don't have THE WORST nose in the world. It's not huge or horribly misshapen, and from certain angles it actually doesn't look that bad. Im hoping that this will make the surgery easier because it's just a few tweaks here and there and not a completely new nose. I guess I will find this out in my consultation. Anyway, here are a list of the things which bother me about my nose which will I can hopefully improve:
Small dorsal bump
Crooked bridge
Round shaped bulbous tip
Large asymmetric nostrils
Dent in the bottom left hand side of my bridge.
I have attached some pictures which can hopefully illustrate my points. It was hard to find consistent photos due to the fact that in different lighting and camera angles I literally look like I have a completely different nose.
Small dorsal bump
Crooked bridge
Round shaped bulbous tip
Large asymmetric nostrils
Dent in the bottom left hand side of my bridge.
I have attached some pictures which can hopefully illustrate my points. It was hard to find consistent photos due to the fact that in different lighting and camera angles I literally look like I have a completely different nose.
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October 20, 2015
Know what you mean about nose looking different depending on angle.
I spent my life angling my face just so to make sure it looked OK in photos. BUT those pics taken unexpectedly by others tell it as it is!
I want a feminine nose that will look good from EVERY ANGLE.
Will you be posting a profile pic?
I spent my life angling my face just so to make sure it looked OK in photos. BUT those pics taken unexpectedly by others tell it as it is!
I want a feminine nose that will look good from EVERY ANGLE.
Will you be posting a profile pic?
October 20, 2015
Hey, we have very similar noses! Although I think mine is slightly bigger.:-/ it will be interesting to see how yours turns out. I'm planning to undergo a rhinoplasty procedure in January. Good luck!:-)
October 21, 2015
I don't think you need it to be honest. I think your nose looks fine. Take a look at my nose! My nose is much worse and people are telling me not to do it lol. Your morphs were really good lol. Are you skilled in photoshop or did you use a specific program?
If you were to go through it your definitely right in keeping it subtle. I would love to have the little tweaks here and there but people are convincing me that the aesthetic risks may not be worth it..
If you were to go through it your definitely right in keeping it subtle. I would love to have the little tweaks here and there but people are convincing me that the aesthetic risks may not be worth it..
October 21, 2015
I just used an app called mycam on my phone it was really easy! I'm hoping that doing enough research and choosing a good surgeon will make for minimal risks.
November 29, 2015
You have a clear idea of what you want which certainly helps.
Lucian Ion worked wonders on my nose.
As for your genioplasty I would recommend that you go for a surgeon with whom you are confident they've had extensive experience in that procedure.
I know Lucian has done some, and it is good that he has said he may have to refer you.
Do ask surgeons when you interview them to see the before and afters of others and not just the best outcomes either. Ask about those who weren't happy with their results, have a look and see if you can see why. Nobody wants to go through the stress, pain and expense of a surgical revision. I speak from experience.
Lucian Ion worked wonders on my nose.
As for your genioplasty I would recommend that you go for a surgeon with whom you are confident they've had extensive experience in that procedure.
I know Lucian has done some, and it is good that he has said he may have to refer you.
Do ask surgeons when you interview them to see the before and afters of others and not just the best outcomes either. Ask about those who weren't happy with their results, have a look and see if you can see why. Nobody wants to go through the stress, pain and expense of a surgical revision. I speak from experience.
UPDATED FROM KatesNose
8 months pre
Consultation booked with Lucian Ion in February
Almost 4 months away but feeling excited and nervous! Here are some more photos
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