POSTED UNDER Rhinoplasty REVIEWS
disappointed
ORIGINAL POST
Avoid Dr Fuentes
Fearless540078February 1, 2022
$6,200
I had a rhinoplasty and chin augmentation about 7 months ago. I am fairly satisfied with the chin implant however, I received liposuction when I did not authorize it. Nothing in my quote or the documents I signed included consent for chin liposuction. I found out that I had liposuction from the description of my picture he posted on his social media page. The chin implant hurts a bit on the right side and is placed a little lower than the left but all within a margin of error that I can tolerate. The nose on the other hand is a different story.
To say that I am disappointed in the rhinoplasty is an understatement. I realized just hours after my surgery that my nose looked crooked even under the cast. After the tape and cast were removed I immediately knew something looked off but I didn’t bring it up. I was more shocked to see my nose and nervous since he took his phone out to video tape my reaction. I’m a people pleaser by nature and so I nervously smiled and thanked him hoping things would improve over time and the tip would drop to resemble more like the photoshopped photo he created.
At my 3 month follow up, Dr Fuentes addressed only the bump on the bridge saying it could be filed down. I told him my nose appeared curved and he said it wasn’t. I emailed him again two months later and he asked that I schedule an appointment for nose filler. I’ll post pictures soon so that anyone interested can see that this is not something that can be fixed with nose filler.
I have started my search for revision rhinoplasty experts. Most of the better known ones in the US and Mexico are booked for consultations until May 2023. This means I’ll have to wait over a year just for a consultation.
Please do your research and talk to as many patients as possible. It seems like Dr. Fuentes has some good outcomes but when it comes to your face don’t leave it up to chance. Dr Fuentes posts a lot of immediate before and afters and that should be a red flag. Your nose changes so much after the surgery and the swelling can hide many imperfections that will become visible soon after.
I am extremely regretful of going to Dr Fuentes. I hope that this review encourages others to seek different surgeons and prevents anyone from going through what I am going through now.
To say that I am disappointed in the rhinoplasty is an understatement. I realized just hours after my surgery that my nose looked crooked even under the cast. After the tape and cast were removed I immediately knew something looked off but I didn’t bring it up. I was more shocked to see my nose and nervous since he took his phone out to video tape my reaction. I’m a people pleaser by nature and so I nervously smiled and thanked him hoping things would improve over time and the tip would drop to resemble more like the photoshopped photo he created.
At my 3 month follow up, Dr Fuentes addressed only the bump on the bridge saying it could be filed down. I told him my nose appeared curved and he said it wasn’t. I emailed him again two months later and he asked that I schedule an appointment for nose filler. I’ll post pictures soon so that anyone interested can see that this is not something that can be fixed with nose filler.
I have started my search for revision rhinoplasty experts. Most of the better known ones in the US and Mexico are booked for consultations until May 2023. This means I’ll have to wait over a year just for a consultation.
Please do your research and talk to as many patients as possible. It seems like Dr. Fuentes has some good outcomes but when it comes to your face don’t leave it up to chance. Dr Fuentes posts a lot of immediate before and afters and that should be a red flag. Your nose changes so much after the surgery and the swelling can hide many imperfections that will become visible soon after.
I am extremely regretful of going to Dr Fuentes. I hope that this review encourages others to seek different surgeons and prevents anyone from going through what I am going through now.
UPDATED FROM Fearless540078
8 months post
Photos
Fearless540078February 2, 2022
I’ve posted some before and after photos for comparison. The front view of my nose no longer looks straight. I was pretty happy with how my nose looked from the front before the surgery but now there seems to be a collapse and unevenness in the bridge that have made me super self conscious.
Replies (10)
March 11, 2022
Hi I have surgery this year ! Can you post pictures please I’m scared now :(
June 15, 2022
Hi! Sorry for the delayed response. I took photos down for privacy. I am happy to share them with you and talk more about my experience if you send me a private message.
April 20, 2022
I'm so sorry you're going through this. I had a very similar experience with a surgeon here in the US, Dr. Sanaz Harirchian. I had a hard time posting pictures (I did post them) because it's very triggering. But, apparently people don't trust your review unless you post pictures.
June 15, 2022
I removed my pictures for privacy. I am happy to share them if you send me a private message.
May 23, 2023
Have you have your revision? I know a wonderful surgeon that fixed my sisters nose. Third revision and she looks amazing now.
May 24, 2023
Hi! I haven’t had a revision yet. I am still searching for a surgeon I trust. This experience has been difficult so I’m being extra careful before moving on with another surgery. Who was your sisters surgeon?
May 30, 2023
Dr Jason Roosteian at UCLA. She it was her third revision and she now looks like she never had surgery. It’s incredible.
May 30, 2023
And I’m so sorry to hear about what happened. Going through this with my sister, I know how difficult the experience is❤️ My sister is much happier now. I’m happy to share more if you want to private message me.
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