Your Nose Job Is A Mess | Plastic Surgeon Reacts 

Years ago I had the good fortune to get a consult with a really good surgeon who did subtle, elegant work. I was unhappy with my bulbous tip and big nostrils. He said no, don’t do it, because the skin on my nose is thick and would never “drape well” with that kind of work. So I never had surgery and decided, like Jodie Foster did, that I’d rather be the girl with the bad nose than the girl with the bad nose job.

They aren't happy because the problem ISN'T really the body part it's their unrealistic expectations. They think it will make them perpetually "happy" and "change their lives". But as my father used to say "wherever you go, there you are" - your problems will still be there.

I used to want a nose job, but decided to get my nose pierced to celebrate it instead! Best decision ever!

It was very common in the 70s/80s for Jewish girls to get a nose job as a "birthday present" when they turned 16 or 18. It's not just social media, social conditioning runs deep.

I don't recommend nose jobs. My nose looks great now, but here's why I would have never done it. I had a nose job at 23. It collapsed and shrank within 6 months. Couldn't breathe. Had sinus infections. Then, the revisions failed due to cadaver rib resorption each time and my own ear was not structurally strong enough. 5 surgeries later my own rib grafts took well. My nose is not an obvious nose job anymore (looks great - thank you to a top revision surgeon), but I know it's held together with grafts so I'm careful with Red Light Therapy which can shrink scar tissue. I'm wary around dogs and little kids that might knock my nose. That whole ordeal cost me $100k start to finish. It cost me my 20's and if I'm honest, my marriage too. I'm 41 now and only a few people know the trauma all that caused me.

More surgeons need to say, “No, I won’t do that, and I don’t want my name on this”.

Perfect words at 9:12 : "I think that good plastic surgery should whisper, not scream."

In Switzerland we have the idea of "following ones nose" in the sense of following ones own path and being able to judge situations correctly. If you change your unique to you nose, you might loose your sense of direction. metaphorically speaking.

I'm Armenian. We have prominent noses. It's part of our charm 😊

I used to think my nose was too big and I considered getting work done. I got this nose from my dad. Ever since he passed away, I've felt like I want to keep it exactly the way it is. Perspectives can change a lot over time and with new circumstances.

BOTCHED is a very important public service. That show is great for leveling your expectations and showing all of the potential bad results that can happen.

*remember when that one chick from the movie DIRTY DANCING got a nose job and how her career went down immediately after?*

I had rhinoplasty when I was 16. I chose a local surgeon because it was cheaper, and my parents covered the cost. I was eager to fix my crooked, long nose as soon as possible. During surgery, the anesthesia didn’t work as expected, and I woke up later than anticipated. The healing process was tough-my face was extremely puffy, and I had bruises all around my eyes. It was horrible. The summer heat only made the swelling worse. Removing the silicone tampons was the most excruciating pain I’ve ever experienced. I nearly fainted and blacked out. Although I’m okay now, I didn’t get the results I had hoped for. The surgeon removed too much cartilage from my bridge and didn’t reduce the tip projection, making my nose look disproportionate and unnatural. Now, I’m faced with the decision to undergo a revision surgery, risking the same painful ordeal, or learning to live with it as it is. Also, let’s not forget that a revision costs almost twice as much as a primary rhinoplasty.

We also spend way too much time using cell phones to take pics. My nose looks way bigger in cell pics. But it is because our noses are the closest thing to the lens and of the way cells take pics. Take pics from different types of cameras before just assuming it's too big, it may be just perfect 👌

You just can’t fix an inside problem with an outside change.

There are people who can't visualize what a new carpet or wallpaper will do to a room , never mind what a new nose will look like , they build up this issue in their minds and then when it doesn't meet their nebulous imagining of what they wanted they are never going to be happy.

I used to really dislike my nose when I was younger and it looked quite large on my face. Now that I'm a full adult, it's still slightly on the large side but it's definitely become a lot more proportionate. People actually compliment my nose now and I'm glad I didnt decide to do anything to it based on what I saw in the media

I have a nice big Polynesian nose. All my family has it. It suits our very large faces. I've seen so many ethnic noses snipped. It's so sad. Enjoy your uniqueness people.

What I realize now is that I love my nose. It looks like my dad's nose, just smaller. It ties me to my sisters. I also see my mom in my face. My dad is gone, and my mom's not doing well. I would be heartbroken to not have that reminder of them every time I look in the mirror.

I got my nose done back in the 90s and I’m very happy with the results. I requested that he keep it in symmetry with my face (and body), and he did. My doctor understood the assignment. 👏 ♥️👃♥️

Thanks for the videos … the psychological issues after the process of any kind of cosmetic surgeries are a topic that is usually not discussed .❤

I have my spanish/ Italian nose from my grandfather, and I am proud of it.

I had a rhinoplasty a few years ago and don’t regret it one bit, it was something that I knew I always wanted to do. However, my happiness with it mainly came down to the surgeon. He made moderate changes to my nose that complimented my face more but still looked very natural. In the consultation he was very straightforward about the changes he thought would be best and our visions aligned. I went to other consultations as well before choosing him and those surgeons were less clear and transparent and left me feeling uneasy. If I had went with one of them, I may have easily regretted it. For anyone considering a rhinoplasty, I recommend only moving forward with it if you find a surgeon with a strong portfolio that really takes the time to explain their vision and thoroughly maps out the process to you. And if you’re not 100% certain, definitely don’t rush into it.

Once I learned how to contour, my desire to get my nose done has disappeared. I get to shape my nose almost exactly how I want it and if there’s a mistake, I can go back

I don't know who needs to hear this, but your nose is already the right size - it fits your fingers perfectly! Try it, you'll see I'm right!

I had a ginormous dorsal hump on my nose. I really disliked it because it felt like it blocked my face and was too masculine. I underwent an open rhinoplasty when I was 20. I paid for it myself and I did it for myself, it was the best decision I had ever made at that time. My doctor was wonderful and gave me a very natural look, which is I wanted. Bump gone and not obvious that I had the procedure. I’m 34 now, and still so happy with my nose. Personally not interested in another plastic surgery or augmentation but would never say never.

I think of Jennifer Grey so often (“Baby” in Dirty Dancing). Her nose job after DD essentially destroyed her career, and she has spoke openly about this for decades. When she would go on auditions and such, no one fucking recognized her as Jennifer Grey. That one tiny surgery completely altered her appearance. She’s still beautiful, but her natural nose had such character and her face was positively charming.

I think this is perhaps your best video yet. I also loved Steph"s video too. Some mean friend made a comment about my nose being big when I was a teenager in front of a group of guys. The insecurity it caused me was soul destroying. I ended up working in reception for a plastic surgeon in my 20's and asked him to do a rhinoplasty. He looked at me and said I was crazy because people paid to have noses like mine and he refused. Today I look back and realise how just one person can purposely try to ruin your self esteem. I love my natural nose!

I love Dr Gary reacting to Stephanie's videos. They're both great.

I love how you started the video as 'Let's react to Stephanie's video'. I knew exactly who you were talking about because I've already seen her video. I'd love it if you two did a video together!

man when i was a teenager, my nose looked GIGANTIC on me, i dont know why but it just doesnt anymore. i still have an ethnic middle eastern nose but...id never touch it now, my face sorta grew into it 🤷🏻‍♀️i wish younger girls were aware of this....

In the late 50s, my mother was in a car crash where she went through the windshield. No seatbelts at the time, no safety glass either. She was mangled, and people would turn and stare at her. She had reconstructive plastic surgery and boy was she a success story! The surgeon did such a great job, she only had one faint scar from her eyebrow to her hairline. She gave her permission for him to publish her photos as before and after. My mother had extremely fair skin. She stayed out of the sun. We ate home made food, much of it grown ourselves. Plus having this plastic surgery at 35 yrs old, she was extremely well preserved. She died at age 96. Looking at her photos in her advanced old age, you would think she was in her 50's. We were in a small northern city. Goes to show you that there are amazing surgeons out there, even in time frames and places you wouldn't expect. As a side note - she was getting glass slivers out of her forehead for decades afterwards. She could feel them migrating under the skin, and when they would get to a curve on her face, they would edge out.

I’m so hung up on that doctor that was pressing on that nose so hard. After I got my rhinoplasty my doctor was adamant about not touching my nose at all!!!

Our features are what makes us unique. Uniqueness is what is missing in today's appearance. I don't have the "perfect" nose but I also don't want to ruin my proportions by changing the size or shape if my nose

Great video (yours Dr. ) just a note; the Barbie noses are only that upturned in the beginning; they drop in recovery and in the months following.

When you have dysphoria and you get surgery, those neural pathways still exist. Depression post surgery, as well as the long process of reduction of swelling just results in the same. That wee lass saying if only she loved the nose she was given, the same applies to the nose the surgeon gave her oop

Am I the only one who really liked Ashlee Simpson's original nose? It gave her character and she was already beautiful. She had a look and her hair was matching well with her face as well. Then, she had the nose job and well, she looked like just another Hollywood blonde.

Why could I only think of this scene from Clueless? "Ms. Stoeger, my plastic surgeon doesn't want me doing any activity where balls fly at my face..." "Well, there goes your social life."

As a visual person, I think the source of disappointed patient outcomes isn't merely unrealistic expectations. Met someone with aphantasia and realized people have varying degrees of visual imagery ability and most, not that strong. A lot of people genuinely can't mentally create a picture of themselves with even a small change to appearance, and don't even realize it. Suddenly the outcome hits them in the face, literally.

When you mentioned the filler in the nose my interest was piqued, but the moment you used “necrosis” and “nose” in the same sentence I immediately thought hell no. I’ll live with my nose. No way I’d risk that for something cosmetic.

I was botched at 43. Had 2 reconstructive surgeries and had cadaver rib and my ear cartilage added for structure. I'm lucky I had the money for the revisions with a better surgeon. Happy to provide photos for the channel if you want to show the realities of being botched/corrected.

My daughter had her nose done in her 20’s, she’s 59 now and looks fantastic. Her doctor was known for his natural looking surgery, he succeeded.

I had a nose job around 22 years old. I had a big bump I hated. All I wanted was the bump shaved off. The surgeon wanted to do some other adjustment to it that he thought would make it even better but I told him no I just wanted the bump shaved down. I love my nose ! I still don’t think it’s perfect. I do think it’s a little thinner than I would like but he did what I asked. Shaved the bump down and it looks 100 times better. I’m happy. I def don’t feel self conscious about it anymore

Omg now I understand why looking at Lana Del Rey’s face always felt kind of weird, something was just off about it, now I know why

These videos are always highly entertaining and informative, especially the part when receding chin/jawline was discussed. So true, as I can testify to from personal experience. I used to have a mildly recessive, small chin paired with what I considered to be a slightly prominent nose with some tip bulbosity, but I saw an maxillofacial/oral surgeon a year ago to get evaluated. After a few consultations with the surgeon along with extensive research and my medical background, I made the decision to get a 3mm horizontal, 1mm vertical advancement sliding genioplasty (SG) to give my chin more prominence and be in better harmony with the rest of my facial features. I knew that the SG procedure was more involved than getting a chin implant, but I didn't want the risks of bone resorption underneath the implant eroding into my teeth roots, potential shifting, infection or a submental scar. A week after surgery when the majority of my chin swelling subsided and I saw the result, I was ELATED! My facial features looked harmonious and balanced, but my nose looked much smaller, even though it was only my chin that had been moved. It's amazing how a few millimeters can make such a big difference, but then again, a millimeter is like a mile on the face. Another bonus of the surgery was improved athletic performance because even though it was a small advancement, it opened up my airway more. Although my nose still isn't perfect and I've considered rhinoplasty, I've decided to live with it as it is since I would rather be able to go biking, dancing or running and getting that "runner's high" than risk having a smaller, cuter, but less functional nose to breathe out of.

I had a nose job when I was 17 because I had an European nose ( my father is Swiss) and I lived in Brazil and didn’t fit the standard. Looking back I had a great nose that didn’t needed anything done to it. Fast forward, the nose job didn’t go so well and nowadays I need to add filler to the tip of my nose to keep it straight with the rest, a think that I never had before the surgery. My honest opinion is; wait until your frontal lobe is fully developed before doing something so permanent to your face.

I was fixated on getting a nose job and finally did when I was in college. The plastic surgeon got it approved by insurance in the common way: identify it as a deviated septum. I ended up with only a slightly improved nose. Not the nose of dreams, BUT he really did fix the functionality of my nose. Haven’t had a stuffy nose since, so win I guess?

i hated my nose when i was younger but i grew into it and now i love it

The point of the irony of the barbie movie was great to note! Very interesting

This is mostly about social perception and low self esteem. Social media is destroying people’s self image and worth.

I was in love with a girl who had a classic Roman nose! She was stunning! Then she got a nose job and didn't look like herself at all!!! I hate nose jobs!!!

I have hated my nose ever since I was a teenager just for the fact that I have larger bump. But a little bit after I started dating my partner he randomly said that my nose is beautiful. I never mentioned before that it was my biggest insecurity that I always wanted to change so the compliment ended up being really meaningful. After that I have been more accepting of my nose as my hatred for it started to simply seem stupid - like for what reason did I start suddenly thinking that you need a straight nose to be pretty while countless stunning people prove that wrong :P I like my face I don't need to love my nose.

Thank you for pointing out the danger of the surgery itself. This is such an important thing to point out in plastic surgery.

So happy to see Stephanie’s content being shared! The messages in her videos are truly so important!

*puts on headphones* *gets vaporized by Doctor Gary Linkov's awesome vocal fry*

I must live under a rock, I thought tyra banks was born with that nose😅

As a singer I would be afraid to lose my ability to properly breath after getting a nose job

I think that before someone goes to a plastic surgeon, the person should look for a therapist/psychologist to find out if they truly want to get whatever changes they want done.

I spent my teen years wildly insecure about my nose, which is pretty similar to the barbie nose. My first bf broke up with me,citing my f'ed up nose as the reason. My insecurities were further compounded when my mom's friend compared it to a little ski slope for ants (like the girl in the video), or a chipmunk type nose. I begged my mom for a nose job and of course she said no. I grew out of the insecurity and actually get compliments on my nose a lot. Someone actually asked me if it was a rhinoplasty because it was "perfect". I still dont think its perfect, but I am glad that I became comfortable with it.

Sometimes I think about getting a nose job but then I realize I’m more scared of not liking my face after a surgery (something that I chose and paid for and is kinda “on me”) than I am of having some minor annoyance at it right now (that usually I can deal with pretty well.) The second reason I don’t think I could get a surgery is that I might give a potential future kid my nose. And if they don’t like their nose…then there’s no figuring that insecurity out for them bc “yeah well mom used to have it too and she got rid of it.”

Videos like these and Stephanie’s make me just learn to accept my big nose and decide surgery isn’t always the way haha

I hated my nose when I was younger. I thought it was too big and it really bothered me. I used to get a clothes peg and put it on my nose while I did my homework every night 🤦‍♀️ My mum walked in on me one day and told me I’d end up bruising it and making it bigger. Needless to say, I never used the peg again!

" i don't want anybody to see me right now" *posted online for everyone to see

I was so embarrassed by my broad nose as a teen that I would never keep my face still when in conversation with anyone who was not a family member or close friend. By my thirties, I was relieved by the fact that I did not have a rhinoplasty, as I was just fine with it. Now age 64, I could not imagine a more perfect nose for my now plumpish face. I know of several people who have had the procedure done. Two have noses that were extremely abnormal and the noses dominated their whole appearance (one with an actual hook that curled under and almost touched her upper lip, the other's was so very long and narrow that others called her "Pinocchio.") In both cases, rhinoplasty improved their emotional well-being and gave them the courage to participate in healthy social interaction that they were unable to develop. Two others looked just fine - they had somewhat pronounced nasal bridges that were in sync with their faces. They were never happy, had later revisions in hope of looking like the super-models of their day, and today sport the dreaded ski slope effect.

I went to see a nose specialist about 25 yrs ago - I'm now 51. He told me there is something that could be done. Sure there is always something that could be done. What I didn't realise was it wasn't my nose that was the problem, it was actually my recessive chin that made my profile not pretty... I am glad I listen to my gut instincts to not go ahead with the nose job. I've since filled my jaw and chin with 6mls and I'm super happy now, as my nose is actually perfect! 😍

I notice a number of newscasters have had their noses done that look too small for their faces. I often look back to see what they looked like b4 the procedure. The nose reflects character. I would much rather look like I have character than look like a barbie doll.

I wanted a nose job when I was very young, (now 35). Man, I'm happy I didn't get one!!! 🙏😍

I regret messing with my nose. I was young and did not receive proper guidance. I chose a surgeon who had zero business operating on anyone's face. I got a revision years ago and i still hate it. I'll more than likely just live with hating it. I don't trust anyone to touch it again 🙄

Blame the surgeons, in promising results that the patient desires, knowing that it’s unrealistic and also not pragmatically assessing their mental health and superficial dismorphias..

There's a huge difference between fixing a nose with actual problems/injuries and following trends by altering a fully functional unique feature into that of a celebrity. I think people aren't realising that they are following a trend when they think their unique noise is a massively bigger problem than it is. We need to stop following trends in bodies. It's weird and in practice you only get so many chances to follow the trend before it's gone too far.

I got a nose job many years ago from a well-known and respected surgeon in NYC. He did an amazing job and I don’t regret it all.

My body dysmorphia started with installing TikTok! I used to love my face and how I looked.

I've come to really like your videos because you communicate your intention of informing people of their decisions rather than just make content to funnel clients. I love when a professional can give authentic advice, tips and opinions rather than just make people go away with their own ideas to avoid conflict or a sales flop.

Everybody asks my lady if she got a nose job done. Because honestly she has the most perfect nose. The thing is it's obvious it's natural because her brother and her father have it. Wish I could share it on here. It's pretty amazing.

Hearing your side of this was informative and completely sensible. People think they can just go in there and it fix everything. Great job at keeping your audience aware.

I think this channel is a blessing. I'm personally absolutely against undergoing plastic surgery for purely aesthetic reasons, but there will always be people who insist on getting it, so it's important that they're well informed about these procedures. I like how Dr. Linkov always remains respectful and empathetic but still shares his personal opinions when he feels the need to.

I love your vids! You talk with such empathy and compassion while being so knowledgeable on the subject

This video could not have come at a better time in my life. Thank you so much for the facts and for covering nose jobs so thoroughly!

I kept seeing the video being suggested and didn’t watch it. Now that you’re giving your expertise, I’m all ears. Really enjoy your content and point of view.

Totally agree. Was insecure about my nose in my 20s now in my 40s it’s one of my top features that people love about my appearance.

I wanted Boris Kodjoes nose when I got mine done, I thought he was so gorgeous. I’m so glad that surgeon was able to explain to me why that wasn’t a good idea…for me.

My FIL had a very necessary surgery on his nose that was botched twice. He won’t try it again because it kept getting worse with each attempt to fix it. It terrifies me that my son has the same problem and wants the fix as well so he can breathe through his nose more. I do understand wanting it for cosmetic reasons but we definitely need to talk more about the risks with both medically necessary procedures and cosmetic interventions.

I've never thought upturned noses were attractive, but if these women are happy with their nose jobs that's what really matters. Good for them.

I LOVE that you’re quoting Stephanie!!! I also love your videos!

I think the problem with cosmetic surgery is that the person is looking at 1 body part such as nose or butt instead of looking body part in relation to the whole face or whole body. And often that body part is on harmony with your face or body and is unnecessary.

I used to hate my squat snub nose and wanted to get a nose-job for years, but I'm glad I didn't and I love my nose now!

When i was in my late teens and early 20s I wanted a nose job. Now im so happy i never touched it. Time like the Dr says is important, plus waiting til you go through your "second puberty". Lol Media isn't helping the issue and social media is going to make it worse

Love the mustache

They really went for as small as possible in the past, who needs to breathe when you have a small nose? Now they are doing far better jobs but yeah wait till you have finished growing and think about all the risks. When I grew up in the Netherlands no one around me got nose jobs and I found it quite strange how many young girls got it in the U.S. I think we don't mind a bigger nose.

I had a nose job at 21. It was a huge mistake. My nose was more crooked after the surgery than before. I was miserable, and couldn't breathe. So I saved up a ridiculous amount of money, and had it fixed.

I had a nose job at 15 many years ago and it was a great decision. It was wide and unrefined. I also had a breast augmentation and was the worst decision I made to appease an unrelenting partner. It was the worst decision. They were not only numb, it felt like dragging a sack of potatoes everywhere I went. Worst of all, it masked a malignant tumor which lead me to being diagnosed with stage 4 BC in my early 40s. I have lived with it almost 8 years, but cancer is real hell. Not worth it unless you want no sensuous sensitivity and an albatross around your chest. Once they removed my implants I felt so much better.

Gary, does any plastic surgeons make full 3D models of the head before and after, so the patient can fully approve the changes?

I ❤ your reaction videos! Overall, you explain procedures, methods of procedures, expected results based on how surgery is performed. You 'dummy it down' really well! Def can sway my interest in a procedure, etc.

Thank you, I found this video really helpful. I've been insecure about my nose for a long time, but tbh the risk of dissatisfaction after surgery for me seems so high that it doesn't seem worth it.

I always like the collaborations between you and Stephanie. I always feel she has came such a long way for being just a makeup girl on RU-vid. I don't know how the combo works but it does with you guys. Would love to one day see you guys do a video in the same room!

I'm so glad this video and the one you reacted to exist! I struggled with breathing issues starting even before puberty and was unhappy with what was essentially a bump on one side of my nose making it appear asymmetrical. I got a (very conservatively done) combination rhinoplasty/septoplasty/turbinate reduction and while it did address all my concerns and made breathing easier (no more nasal steroids and I could actually sleep uninterrupted!), I was still insecure about my nose because my mindset was still that "there is something wrong with my nose". I still spent years after that fixating on the idea that I had botched myself and looking for things "wrong" with my nose in the mirror, like the uneven nostrils as you had mentioned which are completely normal. If it wasn't for reality checks from friends and loved ones and pictures of my "before" nose, I don't think I ever would've come to terms with the idea that not only had I hadn't botched myself, but that I made the right choice for myself! I think plastic surgery can help but also can cause new anxieties to appear but even more crucially, won't really fix anxieties that already exist. Only time and perspective and introspection can fix those!

They should have just said give me the Michael Jackson nose.

The firstest of first world problems

I’m sure glad there wasn’t social media when I was a kid because I probably would’ve put myself to sleep forever. When you have a large nose with a hump and then fall face first in to concrete, and have all of that PLUS now it’s super crooked…I literally hated myself.

I got my first Septoplasty/Rhinoplasty at 30 and again 20 years later because it was collapsing and my tip was twisting. Had to have a new nasal valve constructed, some other issues with breathing were corrected again, and I got a cadaver rib graft to fix the tip. The first nose job I was immediately happy with how it looked, but the revision surgery really created a lot of anxiety for me because the appearance had changed again, and initially I was very upset that it wasn’t straight enough and then it got a couple of small dents which I found out was really just the scaffolding of my nose being seen through my skin that was thinner than what the surgeon originally thought it was. If you have a decent nose, be thankful and just leave it because you don’t know what you’re going to feel until way later. I didn’t start appreciating his work until the year and a half mark and have finally found peace with it. I just hope it’s going to look ok as I get older and not have to be redone again because I probably won’t be able to afford it. Thank goodness $25,000 was covered by my insurance with my cosmetic portion being $7,000. I still have a larger nose and I think that’s why no one has really noticed anything. I’m glad that my doctor made me look like myself and my nose actually now looks like my daughter’s and maybe would’ve been close to what I had if I hadn’t damaged it so badly. My nostrils were not perfectly similar which the first several months made me obsess about but then, I looked at my face and appreciated the asymmetry that was already there and like I mentioned, it seemed to slowly improve over the first year and a half.