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Breathing problems after primary rhinoplasty

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Over 3 year still botched, unable to breathe.

Tessa16
$9,500
Still unable to breathe Since 2016 even though he told me it’s swelling and to use a nasal spray. I won’t stop reviewing and updating you all about my journey until I find a resolution. It was deviated post op because I went to another surgeon for advice a little less than a year and he confirmed all the damages Dr. G caused. Going to more surgeons to look inside my nose and find a possible solution. Praying to god the day I’ll be able to breathe like I did before getting rhinoplasty with Grigoryants. He robbed me 9500 and ruined my health. We all wish to seek change we forget how important little things are like breathing through the nose is. I honestly cannot believe it’s been over 3 years and I’m still suffering.

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Vladimir Grigoryants, MD

Vladimir Grigoryants, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (5)

February 10, 2019
I'm so sorry dear, I have the same issue as yours.. I always wear breathe right strips 24/7 and at night i use nose dilators (flents) makes my breathing muchh better.. hope u find the best surgeon
March 24, 2019
March 28, 2019
Lalulu7 sorry to hear this. Who did your last 2 rhinoplasties? Did any of your surgeons ruin your nose aesthetically or internally? Who are you considering for your next surgery?
March 28, 2019
March 28, 2019
Hello love, Jordanian doctor called Shawkat Sati Ruined my nose the first time, both internally and physically, then Dr enricco robotti fixed it - it worked find afterwards but it was too big for my face and finally dr Murat Enoz, revised my nose and ruined my breathing and nose appearance as well.. for my next surgery, Im not rlly thinking abt it uet- taking a break from the nose issue, it drains my energy when I think about it :(
March 29, 2019
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March 20, 2019
Did he narrow your nostrils?

I'm so, so sorry this happened to you. You probably have enlarged turbinates but I suspect if you fixed the overnarrowing it would stop. I have the same issue - it's HORRIBLE.

Not being able to breath through you nose, sense moisture, or smell is so, so awful and drives you crazy.

I take it he refused to help you?

I'm so sorry!
March 21, 2019
Hi Tessa, I'm sorry your going through this. I am in a similar situation as you! Please try using breathe right strips for now they help me A LOTT!! And also try nose dilators :) See an ENT specialist so he can tell you whether you have anything blocked in the turbinates area as well.
March 21, 2019
Man, I'm horrified.

Your tip is pinched and collapsed where he rotated you. Did he use grafts? Because if not, you'll need them to open your valve again.

I'm so sorry this happened to you. All these people suggested breath rite - they're useless.
March 28, 2019
My friend who already had a very upturned nose naturally went to him for deviated septum work but she ended up with her top rotated all the way up. It’s like her tip was sutured to her radix. He had no idea how to derotate it. I don’t know if she’s alive to be honest
March 28, 2019
*tip
March 29, 2019
Omg you think she hurt herself :(... so sad
March 22, 2019
Thank you for updating. Really hope an honest doctor can help you.
UPDATED FROM Tessa16

Awake since 5:30 unable to breathe

Tessa16
Nights like this make me absolutely hate this surgeon. The amount of suffering I've been through the last 10 months has been insane. For anyone considering a nose job it is crucial you do your research prior to jumping the gun. Not being able to breathe is the worst feeling. I feel weaker due to the lack of oxygen my brain is getting. I can barely smell anything. I'm constantly uncomfortable and breathing through my mouth. A lot of you girls message me about the appearance but I honest to god don't care about the outside look of my nose compared to the functional problems. I would be ok with having this nose even though I don't like it if I was able to breathe normally again.
I would advise seeking a surgeon who takes the time to discuss with you a plan for your specific nose. Not a cookie cutter surgeon who spends not even five minutes only to tell you what he wants to do to you. I was very stupid, I never went to other surgeons and got consultations. I knew I wanted this surgeon based on yelp reviews when I should have talked to other surgeons who give morphs and discuss a game plan. Now looking into other surgeons for a revision, the one good thing is I know what not to do when going with a surgeon.
Genuinely want to speak to Dr. G about it wtf went wrong. Did he have an assistant work on my nose? Did he just genuinely make a mistake?! I have spent 9500 + 700 on travel and hotel expenses alone and another 400 to have traveled a second time after my post op again to speak to him for 5 minutes for him to recommend nasal strips. Other surgeons have looked inside my nose and told me what's going on in which I am keeping private until I do speak to Dr. G because I want to hear from his mouth why his work left me botched internally and extrernally. Due to my internship and work schedule I am unable to visit him and am in no rush to speak with him anytime soon as I feel he will not help as I don't want him to be the one to revise my nose.
It's upsetting that some people had great experiences I see these LA middle aged women all the money in the world, so many procedures face and body done already that could pay for all the revisions in the world he did excellent work on. But a college student with low funds who helps financially take care of my single mom saved up and did one thing for myself and he botched my nose? Really?
I am going to try to go back to sleep. I will upload photos that are more recent unfortunately it hasn't changed much but again I'm more concerned about the internal changes.

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August 4, 2017
I can't believe how much I miss being able to breathe through my nose. If I ever get it restored, I'll never take it for granted. I sleep with a humidifier on each night - otherwise my throat is sore by the morning. The fact that we paid thousands of dollars and ended up with this functional issue makes it sting all the more. It's unfair that they get to keep that money. I have heard of people that paid with a credit card being able to recover their money through the credit card company. I hope you find a solution to your breathing issues so you can sleep soundly again.
August 5, 2017
Omg thus is awful and so sad u r feeling this way but such an eye opener. Wow! I hope people take this valuable information and use it...
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October 19, 2017
I’m sorry you’re going through this. What a nightmare. Do you have a picture of your nose looking forward? I’m curious as to how it looked before. I hope you resolve this issue.
November 10, 2017

I am so sorry that this happened to you.

Have you found a doctor for a revision yet?

Thank you.

September 29, 2018
I’m sooo sorry. This breaks my heart because I have the same issue and have been told it’s permanent. Not only is my nose now very ugly (just had a jump before) but I cannot breathe. It’s awful. I’ve gone on to develop cancer as a result. Several other doctors have said my surgeon is incompetent. Not only do I have nasal valve collapse but he removed my turbinates. My life is living hell as a result.

I’m not gonna give up. But I just wanted to let you know that you are not alone. Hang in there.
UPDATED FROM Tessa16

Update/old nose

Tessa16
For those who wanted to see my old nose. Here it is. Again not that much improvement especially now having functional issues. My breathing has not improved at all since my review. I'm extremely unhappy and will be writing a yelp review soon.

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July 6, 2017
Your original nose isn't to far removed from what I was trying to achieve on my primary. Well, atleast the profile view.
It's been a while since we chatted, but has your nose stopped bleeding? Are you still having feelings of crusty boogers blocking your nasal passages?
July 6, 2017
Nose bleeding has minimized but still occurs. Right now it's just feeling plugged up. It's not allergies too someone commented saying it's that I've never had allergies in my life. but still suffering everyday I can't believe it's been this long with feeling like this everyday.
July 6, 2017
I don't want to play doctor, because I'm not one, but have you had an endoscope since your procedure. In particular not with Dr. G? My nose bleeds, which were small trickles are from septal perforation, which y surgeon was aware that I had, but decided to lie about it. I only ask, because the nose bleeds combined with functional issues could be a symptom of this.
July 6, 2017
You do have a little overdone on each area of your nose which is making it look extreme, but your columella got very retracted after the surgery , and it throws off the whole balance of the face. Makes it too short and wide from the front. That's your biggest problem. Wow, according to this pic your nose needed less than minimal work. Thanks for posting the before so we can see. He's so extreme sometimes. Why do all the stuff he did to this nose?
July 6, 2017
Yes it's extremely harsh looking especially in photos the indent that my nostrils have has gotten worse with swelling reducing. I will post more pictures soon.
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July 6, 2017
Sorry to hear that you're going through a hard time. Been through it myself. I have to say that I am not at all impressed with Dr. G. After seeing several of his reviews, before and afters, and personally meeting some of his patients I genuinely think he is way overhyped. Hope you find an answer to this - I'm confident you will!
July 8, 2017
Thank you so much. I totally agree with you.
July 7, 2017
I'm sorry to hear about the issues you have had after your rhinoplasty. Have you reached out to Dr. G? Can you go back to his office and have him take a deeper look to assess what may have caused your results? Additionally, have you tried contacting other plastic surgeons to get their opinion on what may be causing your issues and next steps?
July 8, 2017
He emailed me after I posted this update right away asking when I am coming to see him. I am extremely busy and I have flown out to see him before waste more money on top of my surgery for a flight only to be in his office for 5 minutes after waiting 20 minutes. I don't want him to touch my nose after the hell I've been through. I don't really see the point of visiting his office unless I get compensated for the damage he caused. Otherwise I am content with speaking to other surgeons and getting a revision within the next couple of years to correct his damage.