Finding the best rhinoplasty surgeon in Chicago--or the United States is not an easy task. After all, what really make one better than the other and how do you know when you found a great surgeon? It is crucial to learn the answers to this questions as it will make the difference between getting the nose your want, and the need for a revision rhinoplasty. As you know from reading this blog, I am speaking from experience having gone through a revision rhinoplasty and It is my sincere hope that I can help others on their quest to find the best rhinoplasty surgeon in Chicago. I'm ... [ Read More ]
5 Essential Tips to Selecting the Best Rhinoplasty Surgeon (Dr. Anil Shah)
Choosing the the right surgeon to perform your rhinoplasty is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make. Yet how do you really know that you are making the best choice? Do you select the doctor with the lowest price or the doctor with the most Yelp reviews? What about the doctor who has the most experience? Or ultimately, is it simply better to follow your gut? Having been through two rhinoplasty surgeries, I have made the mistake of choosing the wrong surgeon, and discovered what it takes to choose the right one. What I learned from these experiences is that at the ... [ Read More ]
How to Prepare for Your Rhinoplasty Surgery
How to Prepare for Your Rhinoplasty Surgery Rhinoplasty surgery (more commonly known as a “nose job”) is a major surgical procedure. Even though it is generally done for cosmetic, and not health reasons, it's still important that you know how to prepare for it. After all, a rhinoplasty procedure can affect your health significantly and can even cause major health concerns when not carried out properly. To make sure that your rhinoplasty procedure—and recovery—goes as smoothly as possible, here are some preparations steps to take. Years/Months Before your Rhinoplasty Surgery Do ... [ Read More ]
Essential Supplements to Speed Up Your Rhinoplasty Recovery
4 Essential Supplements to Speed Up Your Rhinoplasty Recovery Rhinoplasty is a major surgical operation that requires a considerable recovery period. Almost all rhinoplasty patients undergo a lot of pain, facial bruising and swelling right after the rhinoplasty operation. Fortunately, the pain and discomfort is quite manageable and can be expected to subside after a day or two. On the other hand, the bruising and swelling around the nose area and other parts of the face can last for weeks and even months in some extreme cases. Although it's essential that you give your body time to ... [ Read More ]
How to Reduce Bruising After Rhinoplasty
How to Reduce Bruising after your Rhinoplasty If you've just gone under a rhinoplasty procedure and you are seeing a lot of bruises on different areas of your face, then there is no need to fret! Bruising—along with swelling—is something that can be normally expected after a rhinoplasty surgery. For most patients, the bruises are most visible under the eyes, near the cheekbones and around the nose area. Bruising typically lasts for a couple of weeks after the surgery. In more extreme cases, the bruises can take an entire month or even more before they start to heal. If you are ... [ Read More ]
Staying Positive During Your Rhinoplasty Recovery
Staying Positive During Your Rhinoplasty Recovery So you finally went out and did it—a rhinoplasty operation that will give you the cute nose you've dreamed of for as long as you can remember. Needless to say, you went into surgery feeling nervous, but mostly excited for the new nose that you'll be seeing soon. However, this excitement began to fade as you looked into the mirror a day or two after your surgery. In fact, if you're currently in the middle of your rhinoplasty recovery, then it's safe to say that you're probably feeling not-so-great. As someone who has done years of ... [ Read More ]
How to Avoid Choosing the WRONG Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Undergoing rhinoplasty to change the shape and size of your nose is not only a major decision, but also a big investment. After all, rhinoplasty (just like any other plastic surgery procedure) does not come cheap! Before you can go ahead with the rhinoplasty, you will have to meet with many surgeons to determine two things: whether or not you're a qualified candidate for rhinoplasty and who will be the surgeon performing your operation. If you're serious about finding the right rhinoplasty surgeon then chances are you will be doing a lot of research in order gather several options. ... [ Read More ]
Scary Trend: Unqualified Doctors Performing Rhinoplasty Surgery
Would you go ever go to a dentist for a facelift? Or visit a dermatologist for a nose job? Probably not—at least, not knowingly. Unfortunately, a growing number of people looking to get facial plastic surgery are going to see doctors who do not specialize in the procedures that they wish to get. You may ask: if these doctors don't specialize in the procedures, then why are they allowed to perform them in the first place? As frightening as it may sound, it is not illegal for doctors to perform elective cosmetic surgeries like facelifts and rhinoplasties, even if they lack the ... [ Read More ]
Rhinoplasty Complications – What Surgeons Don’t Want You to Know
Imagine going under a nose job with the hopes of getting the nose you've always wanted, but having things turn out quite unexpectedly. Instead of having the cute nose of your dreams, you end up with a nose that is equally unpleasant—or worse, a nose that's even more unattractive than before! Or perhaps you do get the nose you want, but you suddenly have difficulty breathing. Unfortunately, these worst case scenarios do happen. In fact, a botched rhinoplasty or nose job is no longer uncommon. According to the Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, an astonishing 20% ... [ Read More ]
Rhinoplasty Checklist — What you Need to Know
The initial consultation you have with your rhinoplasty surgeon is such a crucial part of the entire process. In fact, it can significantly impact the outcome of the operation itself. If you are planning to undergo rhinoplasty, chances are you spend most of your time thinking about the results and the nose you've always wanted. However, it's equally important to think about how to get to the results you want, and it all begins with the consultation. When I look back on my rhinoplasty journey and the dozens of consultations I've had with surgeons, it becomes even clearer ... [ Read More ]