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December 5, 2017

sweetmalbec said: ↑

Yup sure, just send me a message on kakao!

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What is your iD?

December 5, 2017

sweetmalbec said: ↑

Oh I see! Yup I was actually just chatting with the English consultant on Kakao and yup she sent me some photos of his work. She says he's good with tip plasty which is my main concern. It's primary rhinoplasty I will probably consult him f2f in March next year!

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Hi are you able to forward me dr. Lee photos on kaoko?

December 5, 2017

iamsummer said: ↑

I can add you on KakaoTalk
What's your id?

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Hi my iD is Chauie

December 2, 2017

iamsummer said: ↑

PART 2 -

Consultation Day:

Had a full medical examination done – blood drawn, CT scan, some monitoring of the heart thingy, pee’d in a cup.

Met first with the medical consultant (Min Seo?) and she was a delightful one. She told me what I’d needed to do with my nose – raise the bridge with silicone, project the tip with cartilage (with septal if enough, or with ear/donated cartilage) and reduce the alars.

She crunched some numbers and I had to bargain hahah! Of course… bargaining is ok. You don’t want to low ball them too hard, like come on guys, they need to get paid too! Don’t forget you get approx.. 8% tax back at the airport as well.

Within 10 mins of agreeing on the price I met with Dr. Hong. Min Seo told me to relax and not be afraid of Dr. Hong (because he’s soft spoken and doesn’t say much).

Min Seo was right – Dr. Hong doesn’t say much, he is definitely a man of few words, doesn’t sugar coat, is straightforward and tells you what you don’t want to hear.

EXACTLY the kind of surgeon you should look for.

If its worth mentioning, I went in to see Dr. Hong with multiple pictures of the kind of straight noses I liked plus a list of questions (about 20) that I’d compiled for months ensuring I covered everything I needed to know.

Originally I was adamant that I’d go for no-plant rhinoplasty as I didn’t want to risk being one of the unlucky ones and suffer an infection plus, hubby didn’t like the idea of an implant.

After addressing all my questions Dr. Hong told me that no-plant rhino would not achieve the kind of look I was after (ie a straight defined bridge) and assured me that silicone would last forever (god forbid the infection) just like the no-plant.

After prodding at my nose several times and getting a good feel of it, he told me that my nose is really bulbous with fleshy tip and thick skin and there are its limitations. No alar-plasty necessary as an implant plus projection of the tip will “mould” and give the look of a much slimmer refined nose. He would

If in the future I feel that I still want to reduce the size of my alars, it’s a simple procedure and he will do it but for now he didn’t think it was required at all.

I liked that he took his time to analyse me between CT scan and feeling my nose, was honest, not greedy/hungry to sell me extra procedures I didn’t need.

Our consult was done and I was due back to the hospital the next day ready for surgery.

Surgery day

Hazel organised a taxi to pick me up at 8.30AM at the expense of the hospital. Arrived and met with Julia (the other English translator) who took me to see Dr. Hong once more. Min Seo was also there (taking notes). Dr. Hong went over what we’d discussed (being the surgery plan) and it was re-stipulated that he would be doing:

- bridge with silicone (3.5mm)
- tip plasty with either of septal/ear/donated cartilage
- osteotomy
- alar plasty would be a last minute call if he thinks that I would benefit from it.

Got into the surgery room and the last I remember was being given the gas and told to take deep breaths.

Woke up while in the recovery room still very groggy and in a dream like nauseated state. Was brought to do de-swelling treatments in the oxygen tank and the next thing I remember is being brought up to my ward/room and resting.

Felt no pain just a super dry mouth and throat. I was very lucky not to have had any pain in my throat from the tube being put down.

After about an hour I was finally able to drink water. Several hours later I was served pumpkin porridge (which is sweet) but had no appetite and felt no hunger at all despite having fasted the night before.

Nurses came in throughout the night to top up pain killers/antibiotics via the IV drip. I fell in and out of sleep and it didn’t seem too bad as there was a diffuser/humidifier. I kept a bottle of water next to me to take sips when i was thirsty.

At about 5am the nurse came and took me for another round of de-swelling via the oxygen tank.

At about 11am I was discharged and went back to the hotel where I struggled a little bit because of the pillows – you need to sleep high enough so your head is above your heart. But the pillows at the hotel (Gangnam Family Hotel) were too soft and collapsed the moment you laid your head on it.

It sucked for me from post op day 2 til post op day 6 – the packing and silastics stop you from breathing through your nose so you’re forced to breathe through your mouth. And being in a dry hotel with the aircon (and even with the windows opened) my mouth would dry out. I was constantly PARCHED and my tongue dried out like a prune. So a tip…. Bring your own humidifier/diffuser if you can to avoid this.

I had my stitches, silastics and cast removed on post-op day 6 as I was flying back home that afternoon. Couldn’t have felt more liberating to be able to breathe through my nose again!!!!!

As I type this I am post-op day 17 and the swelling has gone down a lot (I put this down to my daily walks of about 2 – 3km). My husband made a passing comment the other night (post op day 13/14) that my nose looks less plastic now that the alars aren’t as swollen (ie looks less pinched, still pinched but not as bad as it was).

Post-rhinoplasty advices:

1. No heavy lifting for a whole month – for those gym goers who do weights (that’s me inclusive). I was worried about this as I have a 10 month old (now going on 11) in my sole care (we have no helpers in Australia) and it would cause a great inconvenience if I am forbidden to carry him from room to kitchen etc. Thank god, Dr. Hong gave me the all clear and said carrying my baby is fine but to be extra careful as a knock/hit in the face could cause the implant to shift.

2. Do not wear spectacles/sunglasses for a month – for me this is the greatest inconvenience haha. My eyes are constantly dry from wearing contact lenses!

3. Avoid spicy food for the first month – prevents sniffling

4. Avoid chewy foods – avoids too much mouth action! As our noses heal and the incision line heals, chewy foods can cause it to heal at a slower rate. You’ll know what im talking about when you go for rhino!

5. Light exercises are encouraged as long as you don’t get your heart rate up! Heart rate up = blood rushing to your nose tip causing excess swelling. So a brisk walk is great, window shopping is great. These aid swelling…

6. Eat well and drink plenty of water.

7. Avoid smoking and drinking.

8. Apply sunscreen and wear a cap if you’re bruised and still are bruised – this prevents pigmentation problems in the bruised areas.

9. I’m sure theres a few other advices but that’s all I can remember for now!

My overall experience at GNG went above and beyond my expectations and I cannot recommend them enough.

Super glad that I chose Dr. Hong. I'm told he's a perfectionist and he truly is. Why do I say that? Because the great skills of a surgeon is reflected not only on the end result but during recovery as well.

While I did experience bruising and swelling I am quite surprised it wasnt as terrible as I'd imagined it to be (if you look through Google you can see some unsightly examples).

You can barely see the incision line! It's relatively faint. I did not experience any pain of any level at all during my first 7 days post op. To this day I feel no pain or discomfort.

I really cannot praise him enough!

I'm forever grateful to Dr. Hong for turning my ugly nose into one that all my friends and family envy hohoho! And for making me look AND FEEL pretty!!

Last but not least…

My picture – before and after. The transformation is remarkable!!!!

Warning: You’ll become a little more obsessed with taking pictures of yourself post-rhino ahahha!

feel free to ask any questions

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Hi Lov I am getting my nose done at gng in March 2018! Do you have Kakao talk or WhatsApp I would love to ask you some questions????

December 2, 2017

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November 27, 2017

CallieCat said: ↑

I’ll be going in April! And I booked a deposit my first trip, I also plan on booking a deposit next month as well to secure my date. It helps as well because I can plan my healing time and time I’ll be in Korea accordingly

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Hi babe, when u book a deposit first did they quote you a much higher price knowing they have your deposit already and not negotiable during a face to face consultation or was it a fair quote?? Hope to hear back from you!

November 26, 2017

ryanthelion said: ↑

I originally had surgery at a famous big clinic. (B***) It wasn’t botched or anything but the results left more to be desired. I wanted a natural nose, but all they did was raise the bridge. No one would ever guess I I had surgery. From the profile it was nice, but from the front it was wide and bulbous. After my experience there, I decided I didn’t want to go to any large hospital ever. They are truly like assembly lines or factories as some people say. So I started my journey looking for a revision doctor. I wanted to go to a medium size hospital. They needed to have a in house anesthesiologist, a doctor with years of experience, unphotoshopped Before/Afters, an emergency vehicle, and a emergency power system in case of power outage.
I had never heard of GNG until I saw it on this forum. I decided to contact them via Kakao. They answered a little slow, which was a turn off in the beginining. Ir was a Saturday anyways, so I assumeed they were busy living their life. But then I realized they have two English consultants to answer all the inquiries from everyone. So you have to be patient. But once you get in contact the replies are faster. So I first checked in on the 2nd floor and met with Julia. We took some photos, CT scans, x-rays, etc. I then met with the consultant who talked about my concerns and we agreed on the same things. I had a wide nasal bone and alar. I also had chronic rhinitis, which I spent tons of weekends going to the ENT for treatment. I have a lot of other stuff going on with my face, that they could have easily pointed out. (short chin, etc.) But they didnt try to suggest anything else. I then met with Dr. Seong. He was really kind and gentle and told me how he would fix my nose and answered my questions. After meeting with the doctor I was sure I wanted surgery. So I met with the consultant again to talk pricing. I don’t feel comfortable mention the price but it was reasonable. A lot better than April 31. I then booked my surgery with a 500,000 won deposit.

I got:
1. My silicon implant replaced
2. Nose tip with ear and septal cartilage
3. Turbinoplasty
4. Alarplasty
5. osteotomy

On the day of the surgery, I paid the rest of the fee. I then met the consultant to go over and sign the contract. Its written in English and Korean. But the consultant will explain everything to you and the English translator will translate. Basic legal stuff of surgery. I then went to my room and changed into my surgery clothes. GNG lets you rest one night in their ward if you have rhinoplasty and its more for facial contouring. Not sure how many though. I then met Dr Seong and we went over the final details. I wanted a naturally high looking nose that matched my face. And he delivered. The recovery wasnt bad. Most uncomfortable was the first night because GA is a beast. I got oxygen therapy and light therapy to reduce swelling. I didn’t even get any bruises this time. I was swollen mostly Day 2 and Day 3. The nurses were really kind all the time. I’m kind of a baby in medical situations but they were always kind and gave me as much time as I needed. When I was at B***I cried while the stitches removed and the nurse said “Why are you crying? Are you a baby?”
GNG provided a bag with all the medicine, prewrapped gauze/tape, q-tips, ointment, vitamin c, pumpkin juice, and and cool pack to be frozen.

Anyways I went back to work and everyone was like your nose is so pretty. And everyday they comment on how I have gotten more pretty. Its only been 2 weeks back at work so I guess the comments will stop soon. lol
Ya’ll Dr. Seong is doing The Lord’s Work. You can go wherever you want, you can aim for the cheapest price if you want. But you might end up getting a revison like me.

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Hi how soon was GNG able to book your surgery date??? I want to get my rhinoplasty done in mid march of 2018, however i don't want to make a deposit first until i consult in person and check pricing....do you think i should deposit first to secure a surgery date??? Hope to hear back from you =)

November 26, 2017

ryanthelion said: ↑

I originally had surgery at a famous big clinic. (B***) It wasn’t botched or anything but the results left more to be desired. I wanted a natural nose, but all they did was raise the bridge. No one would ever guess I I had surgery. From the profile it was nice, but from the front it was wide and bulbous. After my experience there, I decided I didn’t want to go to any large hospital ever. They are truly like assembly lines or factories as some people say. So I started my journey looking for a revision doctor. I wanted to go to a medium size hospital. They needed to have a in house anesthesiologist, a doctor with years of experience, unphotoshopped Before/Afters, an emergency vehicle, and a emergency power system in case of power outage.
I had never heard of GNG until I saw it on this forum. I decided to contact them via Kakao. They answered a little slow, which was a turn off in the beginining. Ir was a Saturday anyways, so I assumeed they were busy living their life. But then I realized they have two English consultants to answer all the inquiries from everyone. So you have to be patient. But once you get in contact the replies are faster. So I first checked in on the 2nd floor and met with Julia. We took some photos, CT scans, x-rays, etc. I then met with the consultant who talked about my concerns and we agreed on the same things. I had a wide nasal bone and alar. I also had chronic rhinitis, which I spent tons of weekends going to the ENT for treatment. I have a lot of other stuff going on with my face, that they could have easily pointed out. (short chin, etc.) But they didnt try to suggest anything else. I then met with Dr. Seong. He was really kind and gentle and told me how he would fix my nose and answered my questions. After meeting with the doctor I was sure I wanted surgery. So I met with the consultant again to talk pricing. I don’t feel comfortable mention the price but it was reasonable. A lot better than April 31. I then booked my surgery with a 500,000 won deposit.

I got:
1. My silicon implant replaced
2. Nose tip with ear and septal cartilage
3. Turbinoplasty
4. Alarplasty
5. osteotomy

On the day of the surgery, I paid the rest of the fee. I then met the consultant to go over and sign the contract. Its written in English and Korean. But the consultant will explain everything to you and the English translator will translate. Basic legal stuff of surgery. I then went to my room and changed into my surgery clothes. GNG lets you rest one night in their ward if you have rhinoplasty and its more for facial contouring. Not sure how many though. I then met Dr Seong and we went over the final details. I wanted a naturally high looking nose that matched my face. And he delivered. The recovery wasnt bad. Most uncomfortable was the first night because GA is a beast. I got oxygen therapy and light therapy to reduce swelling. I didn’t even get any bruises this time. I was swollen mostly Day 2 and Day 3. The nurses were really kind all the time. I’m kind of a baby in medical situations but they were always kind and gave me as much time as I needed. When I was at B***I cried while the stitches removed and the nurse said “Why are you crying? Are you a baby?”
GNG provided a bag with all the medicine, prewrapped gauze/tape, q-tips, ointment, vitamin c, pumpkin juice, and and cool pack to be frozen.

Anyways I went back to work and everyone was like your nose is so pretty. And everyday they comment on how I have gotten more pretty. Its only been 2 weeks back at work so I guess the comments will stop soon. lol
Ya’ll Dr. Seong is doing The Lord’s Work. You can go wherever you want, you can aim for the cheapest price if you want. But you might end up getting a revison like me.

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November 26, 2017

CallieCat said: ↑

Thank you, i'm excited as well! I'm pretty sure I consulted with Dr.Seong last time i was in Korea so I believe i will stick with him I had planned to go this winter but because I have so much going on in that time frame I decided on Mid-April so it'll be almost a year since my FC then!

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Hi! I am interested in GNG hospital for my rhinoplasty. Did you make a deposit first to secure a surgery date for your surgery or did you book it after a face to face consultation??? I want to do my nose in Mid March 2018 but I'm worry that i won't get a surgery date if i don't make a deposit in advance =(

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