Oh, Seattle! The Space Needle is here, as are endless coffee shops and yes, more people than you think get their noses done in Seattle. Rhinoplasty Seattle Washington? Yes, this is as commonplace as the rain in November. We’ll dive in and see what makes the Emerald City so special for getting your schnoz fixed.

It’s like picking your favorite Seattle coffee shop. There are a lot of good ones but you have to choose the one you feel comfortable with. If you want to look your best, then choose someone who is able to see more than just a nose. They should also be able see the way it will enhance your eye color or even balance your cheekbones. These doctors are scientists and artists rolled up into one.

We’ll now discuss the weather. Believe it or not it is important. Seattle has a mild climate, which makes recovery from rhinoplasty easy. There won’t either be a scorching heat that feels like your face is on fire or a freezing cold making every sneeze painful. You can binge watch whatever show you are currently addicted to while enjoying the nice weather.

Here’s the bad part: downtime and costs. You’ll need to be prepared because they aren’t as easy as throwing fish at the Pike Place Market. Prices can be wildly different depending on the type of product you want. For example, adding or removing a small amount here or there could drastically change your costs. How about the downtime you’ll have? Let’s say that you will get to really know your couch. This is a healing process, and you should not rush it.

If you choose the right doctor, you should also find someone who is fluent in your native language. This does not mean that they speak it literally. It means someone who knows what you need and will guide you along without making you feel as if you were just another number at Starbucks.

Discovery Park doesn’t make recovery any easier. Some days, looking into the mirror will make you doubt all of your decisions leading up until this point. It is important to be patient. Remember, good things do come to the patient (and those who diligently follow instructions for post-op aftercare).

You can’t pay for it with just rainchecks and good vibes. The cost is high and it’s not covered by most insurance companies because they consider it an elective procedure. If you haven’t got a piggybank marked “For My Nose,” then start saving right away or explore financing options.

The importance of setting realistic expectations (like Mount Rainier) is enormous. The real deal, not Instagram. It can take a while for your nose to change as the swelling subsides and everything settles into its new position. This could be up to one year. Instant gratification seeker need not apply.

This is a straightforward guide on rhinoplasty, written by someone with experience in the field. For best results, choose carefully, heal slowly, plan well, and have realistic expectations.

Always remember: If in doubt about whether you should go under the knife, consider if it is to achieve your version of perfect happiness or someone else’s. After all, as they say down here in Texas – “Dance with the one who brung ya,” and make sure any changes are for Y-O-U.right.ness…even if just for a little while.ite some epic tales together! At least, try to avoid falling asleep with our textbooks. We should perhaps ask the person why they feel this way rather than jumping to our own moral high horses. Listening is the first step to understanding, even when what you hear may make us uncomfortable.