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On the fence
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I just want to state at the outset that although I...
lulu26January 2, 2014
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I just want to state at the outset that although I am unhappy with my rhinoplasty outcome, I do not regret choosing the surgeon I did. There are a plethora of testimonials on RealSelf to Dr. Ciardullo's skill and craft as a plastic surgeon, and I have every confidence that he truly is gifted. Or else I wouldn't have flown over 1,500 miles to have my procedure done by him. That said, I truly think I just got unlucky.
I am writing this review 14 months post-op because I wanted to allow for a reasonable amount of time for my nose to heal. Today I am left with residual scar tissue or cartilage (it hasn't been determined which) in my supra tip area, leaving me with a pollybeak deformity that is easily detectable from a profile view. Also, the same scar tissue or cartilage is amassed on either side of my nasal bridge, so my nose appears wider from a front view. Overall, my post-op nose is much less attractive than my pre-op nose. I had a straight profile pre-op (I did not have a nasal hump), so my procedure mainly concentrated on raising my tip, which I understand is far more complicated than removing a hump. And I think this led to complications with the balance in the appearance of my nose.
I do regret having this procedure done. It is extremely frustrating to justify the high cost of plastic surgery when the outcome is undesirable. And that doesn't take into account the emotional toll it takes as well.
If I were to offer advice to anyone considering having a rhinoplasty, I would say this: really and truly know that this is something you want and then know that what you want should not define your happiness. Beauty is skin deep and you're all probably more beautiful than you ever give yourself credit for. A nose is just a nose.
I am writing this review 14 months post-op because I wanted to allow for a reasonable amount of time for my nose to heal. Today I am left with residual scar tissue or cartilage (it hasn't been determined which) in my supra tip area, leaving me with a pollybeak deformity that is easily detectable from a profile view. Also, the same scar tissue or cartilage is amassed on either side of my nasal bridge, so my nose appears wider from a front view. Overall, my post-op nose is much less attractive than my pre-op nose. I had a straight profile pre-op (I did not have a nasal hump), so my procedure mainly concentrated on raising my tip, which I understand is far more complicated than removing a hump. And I think this led to complications with the balance in the appearance of my nose.
I do regret having this procedure done. It is extremely frustrating to justify the high cost of plastic surgery when the outcome is undesirable. And that doesn't take into account the emotional toll it takes as well.
If I were to offer advice to anyone considering having a rhinoplasty, I would say this: really and truly know that this is something you want and then know that what you want should not define your happiness. Beauty is skin deep and you're all probably more beautiful than you ever give yourself credit for. A nose is just a nose.
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UPDATED FROM lulu26
1 year post
Update
lulu26January 21, 2014
Due to privacy concerns that were not taken seriously by the RealSelf Team, I've been advised to close my account. However, these messages will remain public.
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January 21, 2014
Elaina, we are very concerned about your privacy and the issues you raised. I emailed you earlier today but you haven't replied to my questions. Please get in touch when you have a moment.
Thank you,
--Sharon
*Edited to clarify
Thank you,
--Sharon
*Edited to clarify
UPDATED FROM lulu26
1 year post
19 months post-op
lulu26June 12, 2014
I'm 19 months post-op and none the happier. A bad rhinoplasty outcome takes a hefty tole on your mental health, so consider carefully having this procedure done. I've posted pictures to show my results. This is not an exaggerated image, this is what my nose looks like ALL the time. It has thrown off the entire balance of my face and I feel like I don't recognize myself on most days.
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June 12, 2014
Thank you for sharing your story. You still are beautiful. I'm sorry for your experience. This is why I haven't had surgery yet. I hope you find peace and maybe have a revision. Good luck:)
June 12, 2014
Hi Elaina. Thank you for the update. I do feel your pain. Have you consulted more surgepns since your last update? I am sure your nose cam be fixed. Dr. Eric Joseph in NJ is well known for revision. I will keep you in my prayeres. Good luck.
June 18, 2014
I am confused. I don't see any posted before and after pics. All I see are two pictures of a beautiful girl. I am considering surgery myself and would like to see what everyone is talking about here. Thanks for your posts.
August 24, 2014
Hi InteriorDecorator26,
I am sorry that your rhinoplasty was such of a poor outcome for you. I like your hindsight though: plastic surgery is in essence an expensive gamble. When the results are undesirable, sometimes it is not the result of an unskilled surgeon rather the intrinsic risks involved with surgery.
Thank you for sharing your perspective with your posts
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