It is difficult to put into words how happy I am with the results. I have wanted to have a rhinoplasty for about 45 years and finally said ok... let's do this. Ironically COVID was the ""tipping point"" for me. I realized I enjoyed wearing a mask because people could see my pretty eyes and not my nose which I have disliked all my life. I am 100%+ satisfied with the results of my rhinoplasty and repair of my deviated septum. 6 weeks later I feel great and think I look great. I experienced minimal pain/discomfort the first few days and bruising was much less than I expected. I did not need to have my nose broken which did eliminate more bruising. Dr. Stein is a fantastic surgeon. He explains the procedure thoroughly and was very clear on helping me set realistic expectations. I have thick skin which added a complication and he was very clear on what he could/could not do. I felt so confident in him and skills that the day of the surgery I did not feel a bit nervous. I still have some minor swelling but am totally pleased with it today. I can't imagine being more pleased in six weeks but he has assured me I will be. I encourage anyone who is thinking of a rhinoplasty to set up an appointment with Dr. Stein. My personal words of advice are: be realistic, do the surgery for yourself only (not to please anyone else) and do not pay attention to those that say ""your nose is just fine"" or ""but you won't look like you anymore"". I have zero regrets.
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