23yr Old Male. Deviated Septum. Possibly Doing Some Subtle Cosmetic Changes As Well As Functional - Vancouver, BC

It seems like a subtle change would be perfect. You want to keep it in line with your nice, masculine chin and not go too small. Thanks so much for starting your story here.

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You look great already! I would go for a subtle change and definitely have the more experienced surgeon do it! You don't want to risk it not being the appearance you want but you also want to be sure your breathing is better. You have very nice features and the size of your nose compliments your jawline quite nicely. I wouldn't go too drastic; just the minimum to fix the angle you don't like and correct your breathing. Keep in mind there's no such thing as a perfect nose and you'll be so happy with your result. good luck :) I just did mine two days ago and am already happier than I imagined !

Yo. So I had the same problem you did. It took me forever of searching for a surgeon and liking their photos. I think I have pretty good taste in surgeons aesthetic, my doctor told me so. He was the best. But cost a pretty penny. Long story short, best thing I've ever done and I can BREATHE. My confidence is through the roof. If you want, you can send me these doctors websites.

Thanks for posting your review! seems like I'm not the only one with a deviated septum and of ethnic origin. I've got the added bonus of having a bulbous tip. Good luck with your journey, would like to see the results!

Your nose is fine. I wouldn't risk it. I did mine and I'm 6 months in and it looks plastic, crooked, with fake nostrils. I lost all my confidence and gone into bouts of depression. But they say you won't see final results until 1 year, so we'll see.

Okay I'm going to be very honest with you. You're an attractive guy to begin with and I would never think "wow his nose is big" when looking at you. However I know that this is something you're doing for yourself - same reason why I did mine. Now if you only do the septoplasty (functional portion) you're likely going to dislike whatever you disliked before because the physical changes aren't going to alter your appearance a whole lot, if at all. I know many ppl who got a septoplasty to correct their breathing and they looked the same. Maybe I'm wrong tho so talk this over with your doctor but if he/she tells you the same, don't do the septorhinoplasty unless you really hate your nose. I don't think the risk of not liking the outcome is worth a subtle change. If you're dying to achieve something drastic than go where it.. That was my mentality. I'm 19 days post and already so glad I did both the functional and cosmetic because I really hated the appearance of my nose since I was a little girl. Also, I understand your concern about keeping a second procedure on the downlow. But It's possible (my bruises went away after 16 days which seems to be longer than some but the ppl I didn't tell about my surgery haven't pointed my nose out. You'll be swollen but that's also very hard for people to notice. Chances are they won't. In fact, the swelling for the first while will probably make the cosmetic changes seem more of a gradual change than sudden, for those who see you regularly. Don't stress what people think! Assuming you only go through with the septoplasty and want to do the rhinoplasty after, WORST case scenario you could tell people you had to get a second surgery because the first one failed (functionally). I'm also the type to "go big or go home" but it's better to do too little than too much - even my surgeon told me that. He said "it's a lot easier for me to remove more later than try to put it back" lol which is true. I know many people who wish they could reverse their unnatural results. As for Ryan gosling's nose- I think he's super attractive but not for his nose. To be honest I never even knew he had that bump and I think I prefer his face more that way (before) :O mind you, this is all preference but I'm just letting you know my opinion. Best of luck to you and I look forward to hearing what you decide to do :) hopefully my response makes sense (it's really late here and I just worked a 12 hour day haha)

ryan gosling is not as good looking as you are. he is flat under the eyes, also his eyebrows are a little low over his smallish eyes. you have none of his flaws. I think you might look like a young George Clooney with a nice nose.

I have to agree with everyone else here, your nose is better than Ryan Gosling's. I don't think you have a bad nose at all but I say why not kill 2 birds with one stone and have both procedures done at once? Most surgeons seem to be able to give patients natural noses that enhance their facial features while maintaining facial balance. Best of luck!!

bro trust me youll really regret it if you do it. you have a beautiful nose that many would die for. It really is all in our head. Also to fix function you much rather try natural ways then go under the knife. You wont realize how much bueaty your nose adds to your face til its not the same

I think Eva Mendes is hotter than Ryan Gosling, and I am a straight female. OK, I know that doesn't have anything to do with anything here.

From my own experience, I'd say to be very careful with your nose. I went into my surgery thinking that I'd get a very conservative and, most importantly, good result, but after a little year over of healing, I've realized that I regret my decision because it didn't turn out the way I'd imagine-- I actually have more aesthetic problems now with my nose than I did before because of my doctor's work. Make sure you can see your doctor's previous work in all of its angles-- most importantly, look at the front views of the noses he's done, especially the nasal tips! I wish you a good journey. Take care.

Glad you decided to go for it all. Keeping thinking positive and visual a good outcome. September will be here before you know it. Best of luck and many blessings to you!

Good luck, and keep us updated!

Good luck! Keep us updated with your recovery. I hope your doctor achieves the subtle refinement you're looking for.

Hey good luck brother! If you have a good turn out I may consider the same doctor. I wouldn't let just anyone touch my nose.