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Be very careful getting a septoplasty or rhinoplasty with Kibblewhite. He gave me a mild form of Empty Nose Syndrome on one of my turbinate doing what was supposed to be a simple septoplasty. He downplayed the risks of such a surgery. The surgery did not even address the breathing issue I had on one side. It actually made my breathing much worse not even mentioning some weird bumps I now have externally. Thanks to ENS, I now have permanent and irreversible abnormal sensation that leads to nasal pain and discomfort, hypersensitivity to cold air, sensation of excessive airflow 24/7 and there are currently no effective treatments. Risk of damage to my turbinates were never mentioned prior to the surgery. In addition, I need to sleep with nasal breathe right strips every night and have really bad snoring problems that I never had prior to his surgery. These surgeries are literally a roll of a dice in terms of its outcome. If you have a bad outcome like me its pretty much irreversible as trying to fix it might only make matters worse.

Submitted Oct. 6, 2023

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I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Dr. Kibblewhite. He saved my nose and I feel so good about my appearance now. I went to so many other sutgergeons who said my sunken nose could not be fixed and voila, I now have a perfect nose. Chelsea was wonderful throughout the whole process, very kind, nurturing and so helpful! If you’ve been wanting to get a rhinoplasty, go see Dr. Kibblewhite!

Submitted Sept. 21, 2023

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A very kind doctor and one who did a great job with my surgery. I would wholeheartedly recommend!

Submitted July 19, 2023

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Ended up with a really bad result. Completely changed my look and not for the better.

Submitted July 13, 2023

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Awesome Physician! Going on 4 years after Dr. Kibblewhite fixed my Deviated Septum and haven’t looked back. My nose is straight and more importantly I no longer struggle to breath. Can’t recommend him enough!

Submitted June 30, 2023

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I have nothing but amazing things to say about Doctor Kibblewhite and his assistant Chelsea. And to be frank I’m very confused about some of these other less than positive reviews. I guess everyone has their own experience and opinion? Just seems odd to me based on my experience.

A year ago I had my consult with them for a functional rhinoplasty. I had a couple issues. 1. My deviated septum and 2. My left nose bone was pushed into the right from injury.

The majority of my concerns were the breathing issues I was experiencing but there was also a cosmetic aspect as well due to my nose looking very different after my injury.

I just had my surgery two weeks ago. The only reason it took so long for me to have the surgery is because I had medications to come off prior to it. If it wasn’t for that I would have gotten surgery within a couple months. Doctor Kibblewhite and Chelsea were both very supportive and understanding with this process.

Results aside, my experience with both of them was nothing but positive. Chelsea is the sweetest. She is extremely friendly, helpful and patient, answering any questions I had. Doctor Kibblewhite has great bedside manner, understood my concerns and the result I was looking for and delivered. He also made some dad jokes that went over my head in the moment lol.

Now about the results. Like I said these after photos are taken only 2 weeks post surgery so it will continue to get better but it’s safe to say I’m obsessed already. I’ve always been one to heal quite quickly, but everybody’s body is different. So bruising and swelling may be more significant or less depending on the individual. The nose takes a whole year to fully heal and see the final result! The longest recovery for any surgery. I’m glad Doctor Kibblewhite warned me of the swelling so I wouldn’t judge the results prior to proper healing.

I can breathe sooo much better already (and I’m still swollen) and I think the balance of my face has drastically improved. I’m so happy, thanks so much to the team, and sorry for the novel lol.

Submitted June 29, 2023

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After two surgeries in Taiwan to fix a breathing issue from birth (one septoplasty botched, the other semi-turbinectomy unnecessary & destructive) my nose was shredded; no cartilage & slightly collapsed on itself. The Taiwanese doctor even cut out a chunk of my left turbinate---FOR NO REASON! Pointless partial turbinectomy. I even paid out of pocket for both those surgeries. Nightmare. After ten years my symptoms were just life ruining... Kibblewhite gave me my third & final surgery that literally saved my life. (None of the surgeries were cosmetic, solely to improve breathing on the left side & sleeping) HE SAVED MY LIFE! A whole new nose with a cartilage implant to hold the left nostril up when I inhale. My sense of smell & wellbeing has returned. I was even lucky to get ahead in the wait times because someone cancelled their surgery! Amazing. The system works.

Submitted June 28, 2023

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Made my nose unreasonably large to appear straighter against my wishes. Stuffed my nose full of grafts. Then shut the door on me…worst experience and still not a day goes by that I don’t regret going here.

Submitted June 4, 2023

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I had my first appointment with Dr. Kibblewhite a few weeks back, he is a good doctor and I felt confident leaving the appointment. Fast forward a week, I decided that he is the right Doctor to perform my nose surgery. I had my imaging appointment last week, I am very excited to have my upcoming surgery. Chelsea was so helpful and kind, she even gave me a chocolate after my appointment! I am looking forward to my upcoming surgery!

Submitted March 2, 2023

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Excellent staff, straightforward and to the point Doctor that really takes his time explaining what's going on with your nose and your options to fix it.

Submitted Jan. 17, 2023

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