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Cast Off!
UPDATED FROM lolo35
7 days post
So yesterday I got my cast off and finally the...
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So yesterday I got my cast off and finally the packing out of my nose! It felt soooo good to be able to breathe again. I am still swollen and just cleaned my house like a crazy lady so I think it bothered my swelling. I posted a couple pictures and there a couple things I am freaked out about. I was trying to clean up around my nose last night and I thought I had a booger sorry cant think of a better word to use lol, and it is literally like cartilage inside my nose that I think is going to need to be cut off or something because it is hanging there. Very bizarre. I go back in one month and will show it to him, hopefully it is something he can fix in the office. Hopefully in a couple days I will look more normal (less bruising, etc.)
UPDATED FROM lolo35
4 days post
So I am at about day 5, surgery went well but...
So I am at about day 5, surgery went well but recovery not so easy! I get me cast off on Thursday and the packing removed from my nose, which to me has been the hardest part of recovery. I cant stand not being able to breathe well, smell or taste anything! But hoping it is all worth it in the end!!!! I updated a couple pictures. My cheeks are like chipmunk cheeks right now!
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Congrats you did it can't wait to see :)
I think you look great! I know you don't want a "miss piggy nose" but I actually think the upturned tip looks really nice on you! Haha but it will definitely drop as it heals so no worries! I couldn't imagine having packing; I can only imagine how wonderful it'll feel to finally have it out!
In terms of swelling after the cast was removed, what can i expect. I am getting mine off tomorrow Thursday. Does the swelling go down substantially the week after the cast comes off?
For most people, they find that the swelling increases for a few days after getting the cast removed (since there's nothing there to keep it contained anymore). Who knows; some people experience relatively little swelling after the cast is removed so you may get lucky! But I'd go in there with the knowledge that it may swell up again the day afterwards, or maybe even start right away. I can't personally comment because I didn't get much swelling (on top of what I already currently have) once mine was removed, BUT from all the reviews I've read, a fair number of peoples' swelling decreases within 3 to 10 days if they have anything substantial. Another thing to prepare yourself for is the possibility that, IF there's some major swelling in your bridge or tip or both, your nose may look a little shapeless for a bit. That'll change as you heal; as the swelling goes down, you'll get more shape and definition. But I think the biggest thing I can recommend is preparing yourself psychologically; your nose is going to look different than what you've been used to your whole life. Sometimes people see their new nose and feel disheartened and hate what they see - but remember that it's still healing and will look different and better every day that passes and especially once it heals. But the BIGGEST reason people might feel so shocked and upset when they first see their new nose is simply BECAUSE they're not used to it; they misinterpret being shocked at seeing something they're not used to as hating it, when really, they just need time to get used to it. You are beautiful, and your nose looks amazing, so I am confident that your new nose will suit you wonderfully :) Try going in with an open mind and know that you ARE beautiful and WILL look beautiful, no matter what :)
I think the swelling will go down substantially after a couple weeks I would think!
My cast is getting removed on Thursday too and my cheeks are so swollen. Also, kinda like you, I'm scared I'll have a piggy nose! Keep us posted!
Good luck! I am also getting cast removed Thursday. So far so good with recovery. I am pleasantly surprised of how easy the recovery has been for me. I eat well, very well, and rest. I have had no pain, no bleeding. The anesthia is what made me sick and out of it for a couple of days. All I can say is Dr. Oakley Smith of Toronto, Canada is amazing. Bedside, professional and kind. But most importantly, skilled and super experienced. This is his field.
Well done and congrats on going through with it. Your tip will definitely drop. If you have a look at my photo after cast removal then at 4 weeks, you'll see a huge change. Take care and I hope you love the result.
Hi, I am also 5 days post-op. I cant imagine having packing in my nose the whole time. How do you feel other than the packing? How was your pain and bleeding these past 5 days?? I was so pleasantly surprised of how great I feel! My surgeon Dr. Oakley Smith in Toronto, Canada must have magic hands because I had very very little bruising, no bleeding and zero pain. Its what they do to you during surgery and how they do it that will determine how bad you are after surgery. I also had breast augmentation the same day (might as well make the most of these two weeks off! My hubby wont serve me hand and foot like this again lol) and I had to take pain mediciation for the that NOT for the nose surgery which surprised me so much. I too, am getting the cast removed Thursday. Nervous that it is goiing to swell out to New York. Do you find it hard to smile? I do. I look so funny trying to freeze my face. I keep thinking that I will ruin my nose. Good luck and remember you made the right choice and I can already see its going to look great!
UPDATED FROM lolo35
2 days pre
Ok so Friday is so close! I am at work and cant...
Ok so Friday is so close! I am at work and cant stop thinking about my surgery and going on this website lol! I have thought about getting my nose done for so long and cant believe it is finally here and it is more real than ever!
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My surgery is tomorrow girl I know exactly how you ate feeling its a roller coaster of emotions!! Hang in there we are all in the same boat! I will let you know how it goes. My pain tolerance is not very high at all I'm a huge wimp so I will be completely honest with ya!! ;)
Tomorrow! Wow good luck keep us updated!!
Good luck how exciting :)
Good luck!! My surgery was yesterday, so we're close in terms of recovery periods :) you'll be in my thoughts on Friday!
Thanks!
I am in the Boston area too- do you mind inboxing me your doctors name as well?
How are you feeling??? :)
Not too good but better than yesterday still bleeding a little out of my nose and cannot stand the Packing in my nose and not bein able to breath! How are u?
My swelling has gone down a ton but I hear ya the packing is enough to drive me crazy!!! I watched a YouTube video and it doesn't look pleasant and they are quite large. I'm just sleeping a lot. I will let you know how it goes tomorrow when I get them removed. Hang in there!!
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