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Sliding Genioplasty and Rhinoplasty Combined - Adelaide, Australia
UPDATED FROM Adelaide girl
4 years later..
Adelaide girlDecember 5, 2016
WORTH IT$10,500
4 years later. I'm still very happy. My chin has remained unchanged during this whole time. My nose does tend to continue to change. The tip now sags a little when I smile but this may be due to the act that I'm getting older!
But otherwise it's been pretty stable.
I never added photos but here they are. Demonstrating a subtle change (which is what I wanted) that is very natural and improved my look a million times over. I'm a better version of myself :)
Hope this has helped people in their own research.
But otherwise it's been pretty stable.
I never added photos but here they are. Demonstrating a subtle change (which is what I wanted) that is very natural and improved my look a million times over. I'm a better version of myself :)
Hope this has helped people in their own research.
Replies (4)
December 5, 2016
What a beautiful result! It's amazing to see an update so long after your surgery. Thanks for sharing.
February 23, 2018
Thank you so much for reviewing again 4 years on. I am in Adelaide and am considering Prof. David David for genioplasty surgery myself. I suspect he will also suggest rhinoplasty but I am not as concerned about my nose as what I am about my chin.
How does your lower lip appear now? I have a small mouth with a thin upper lip but a lovely full lower lip. I feel like my lower lip is making saving grace to my mouth so I am concerned that genioplasty may destroy this. Are you happy with your lips?
Lastly do you know how many millimetres of advancement your chin had? Did you ever look into an implant or did you know all along you wanted genioplasty?
I would appreciate so much if you would take the time to answer these questions for me.
February 23, 2018
Hello. I can tell you now that I don’t even notice any difference wit my lower lip anymore. and if I do, a bit of lip liner is a quick and easy fix to making it ok fuller. although I’m 34 now so it’s been 6 years since I had this done. so most likely my lips have thinned a bit due to age. I’m still so pleased with my chin - which was my primary concern. I think my chin was projected forward by about 5-7mm. so not much. I’ll have to double check this though! but it made a huge difference in my face. I could have probably pulled off another 1-2mm forward but I prefer the subtle look that something so significant. and no, I never considered implants as I’m not comfortable with having a foreign object in my body. I’ve since had absolutely no issues with my chin or my nose. so yes I would highly recommend a sliding genioplasty is that’s what’s suitable for you. let me know if you have any other questions. all the best x
February 27, 2018
Thanks so much for replying! I have a consult booked with Prof. David David at the end of March so I'll see what he suggests. I'm only 32 so also not comfortable with something foreign in my body which is why I am more drawn to the genioplasty path. I get so anxious at the moment if I know people are going to be looking at me from side on, I'm so excited at the prospect of gaining some much needed confidence.
Thanks again fro replying and for the wonder step by step review you have done. It is hard to find information about surgeons in Adelaide so this was perfect.
Thanks again fro replying and for the wonder step by step review you have done. It is hard to find information about surgeons in Adelaide so this was perfect.
February 27, 2018
my pleasure! I understand the lack of info available and hence why I did this review so I’m glad you found it helpful. let me just say that I now LOVE my side profile. especially my chin. what a wonderful job Prof David has done and I wish I did it years ago. It will certainly build your confidence! all the best and good luck.
UPDATED FROM Adelaide girl
Almost 18 months later...
Adelaide girlFebruary 2, 2014
Its been 1year and 5 months post op. Here's a quick update. I am now 30 years old and completely comfortable with my face, i hardly spend any time analysing my features in the mirror and i just get on with life. Life is good and i am so pleased with my results.
Nose: I'm still very happy with it but you need to be mindful that the face continues to slightly change and things will never be 100% perfect. Here are the flaws: my nostrils are still not completely symmetrical but no one would notice this but me. I still have difficulty breathing clearly from my nose (its often feels constricted) and this can be irritating. I have developed a slight bump (only on the right hand side profile) on the bridge of my nose and i it feels like some tiny bones have shifted a bit (it probably didn't help that i was wearing glasses during the recovery period) and although i don't like this, i'm certainly not going to be pedantic enough to go for a revision! My nose is still a huge improvement and i'm happy with it.
Chin: my chin has not changed at all. My lower incisor teeth are still slightly numb but i am used to this now. My 'double chin' is still completely gone and i have a lovely jawline which i appreciate.
SO overall, i am very happy with my outcome :)
Facial cosmetic surgery is a huge decision and one not to be taken lightly. I hope this post helps you make a decision for yourself, understanding (and accepting) that things will never stay static, your face is unique and will respond to surgery in its own unique way, but trust in your surgeon is the key.
Good luck!
Nose: I'm still very happy with it but you need to be mindful that the face continues to slightly change and things will never be 100% perfect. Here are the flaws: my nostrils are still not completely symmetrical but no one would notice this but me. I still have difficulty breathing clearly from my nose (its often feels constricted) and this can be irritating. I have developed a slight bump (only on the right hand side profile) on the bridge of my nose and i it feels like some tiny bones have shifted a bit (it probably didn't help that i was wearing glasses during the recovery period) and although i don't like this, i'm certainly not going to be pedantic enough to go for a revision! My nose is still a huge improvement and i'm happy with it.
Chin: my chin has not changed at all. My lower incisor teeth are still slightly numb but i am used to this now. My 'double chin' is still completely gone and i have a lovely jawline which i appreciate.
SO overall, i am very happy with my outcome :)
Facial cosmetic surgery is a huge decision and one not to be taken lightly. I hope this post helps you make a decision for yourself, understanding (and accepting) that things will never stay static, your face is unique and will respond to surgery in its own unique way, but trust in your surgeon is the key.
Good luck!
Replies (3)
March 31, 2015
Hello! I am also in adelaide and have an appointment with Dr David David for a rhinoplasty and genioplasty reduction consultation. I was wondering if you had any before and after photos? Also, did you consult with any other surgeons, or did you go straight to Dr David David? I am extremely nervous and do not want to be disappointed with the results. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thank you
December 13, 2015
Thank you for such a great review. You write very well and have said a lot of things that I have felt as well which is comforting. I am glad everything turned out well for you. Good luck.
February 20, 2016
Thanks for your very honest review. And i'm so pleased to hear you are happy with your results. It helps people like myself in my decision to proceed. I'm a little older than you (mid 40's) but have the same issue with my chin and nose. Looks fine front on but i am unhappy with my side profile and my chin issue has become more pronounced as i have got older. Do you have any before and after photos of your chin and nose. I understand if you would like to remain anonymous, i would just like to see the work as i am based in Adelaide too.
UPDATED FROM Adelaide girl
4+ Months post Op. I'm completely comfortable...
Adelaide girlJanuary 2, 2013
4+ Months post Op.
I'm completely comfortable with my face now. I feel so much prettier and I'm so happy to know that I will have these lovely features for the rest of my life. My nose feels completely normal now. The right side is a tiny bit more defined than the left, but this may continue to change.
My chin: I am still numb in my lower incisor teeth but I have gotten used to this and accept this as the only draw back. It may resolve in time but It doesn't affect my eating.
I am also used to my lower lip looking a tad smaller and funny enough- I now prefer it this way! In summary- I have accepted that my nose or chin may not be 100% exactly how I want but its 95% there and that's good enough because as Prof David says, 'the face is not a piece of wood that you can just chisel to your desired shape. It will move and change accordingly due to the complexities of muscles, nerves etc'. So you have to give allowances for that and try not to be so pedantic. Plus he can only work with what you got!
So thank goodness for Drs like Prof David!
Im Very happy!
I'm completely comfortable with my face now. I feel so much prettier and I'm so happy to know that I will have these lovely features for the rest of my life. My nose feels completely normal now. The right side is a tiny bit more defined than the left, but this may continue to change.
My chin: I am still numb in my lower incisor teeth but I have gotten used to this and accept this as the only draw back. It may resolve in time but It doesn't affect my eating.
I am also used to my lower lip looking a tad smaller and funny enough- I now prefer it this way! In summary- I have accepted that my nose or chin may not be 100% exactly how I want but its 95% there and that's good enough because as Prof David says, 'the face is not a piece of wood that you can just chisel to your desired shape. It will move and change accordingly due to the complexities of muscles, nerves etc'. So you have to give allowances for that and try not to be so pedantic. Plus he can only work with what you got!
So thank goodness for Drs like Prof David!
Im Very happy!
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August 2, 2013
Im so grateful for this review because I have been looking for a good nose surgeon in Adelaide for so long!
I'm so impressed that you came back to update your review 4 years later -- thank you! Your nose is beautiful!