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27 Yr Old, Finally Going Through with It! - New York, NY
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I am a hispanic female looking to have ethnic -...
kxk212March 20, 2015
$9,000
I am a hispanic female looking to have ethnic - rhinoplasty. I have gone to 2 out of 3 of my scheduled consultations for rhinoplasty. I am still so very confused as far as which doctor to use. i always thought the hardest part about getting plastic surgery was the price. However now that i am prepared to pay for the procedure the hardest part by far is picking a doctor. It is such a HUGE decision!!!
So far I've met with Dr. Elkwood (NJ) , and Dr. Slupchynsky (NY). My next consultation will be with Dr. Westreitch (NY). I am looking to reduce my nostrils as well as refine my bulbous tip. Here is a photo of my nose on the left and a desired look on the right.
Wish me luck!! Hopefully i can narrow my decision down to one doctor by next week.
So far I've met with Dr. Elkwood (NJ) , and Dr. Slupchynsky (NY). My next consultation will be with Dr. Westreitch (NY). I am looking to reduce my nostrils as well as refine my bulbous tip. Here is a photo of my nose on the left and a desired look on the right.
Wish me luck!! Hopefully i can narrow my decision down to one doctor by next week.
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1 month pre
Doctor Decision
kxk212April 3, 2015
I've decided to go with Dr. Slupchynsky. Mainly based off the fact that he has the most experience with "ethnic" noses. As well as the fact that he was specific on the technique he will be using on my nose being that it is a "tier one cartilaginous bulbous tip". He made me feel very comfortable and informed after not one but two consultations with him. He informed me that my bridge will not be broken or shaped in anyway (i am already happy with my profile) i will only get tip refinement and nostril reduction as i requested. He also told me i won't have any packing. And my healing time and swelling should be at a minimum due to the fact that he doesn't have to break my bridge. Now its time to pick a surgery date! :)
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April 17, 2015
How exciting! Be sure to update us once you got your date. Here is some information that I thought you might find helpful:
UPDATED FROM kxk212
1 day pre
1 week till rhino
kxk212May 14, 2015
Hey guys! So i am scheduled to get my rhinoplasty done next week Tuesday, May 19th. I am so excited and little nervous. But, I'm trying to stay positive and confident that it will come out great! I'm taking my vitamin c 3x a day. And Saturday i will start Arnica. Wish me luck! And, if anyone has any suggestions for post op supplies please let me know. :)
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May 15, 2015
Good luck with your surgery!! Some of the things that I used post op were: cotton-tips, tissues, dry mouth spray, facial wipes (you can't wash your face until the cast is off), drinking straws (to avoid bumping your nose), travel pillow, lots of pillows in fact! You can also make ice packs from freezing water and some alcohol inside rubber gloves. The alcohol makes the ice a bit slushy so it's not too hard. I also took bromelain for the swelling and tried to drink lots of water. Looking forward to following your journey :)
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