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9 weeks
9 weeks post op and feeling much better. I saw Dr S 2 weeks ago for my 2nd following up appointment and he seems really satisfied with how its coming along.
I was told to keep rinsing, use an anti scar cream and tape at night. We both agreed that the position is in a good place right now and to keep it taped up during the night to prevent it from dropping much. I really don't want my tip to drop, I like how it is now. I forgot to ask him, but how much does the tip generally drop through time (1mm, 1cm?)?
For the past couple of weeks the nose unblocked a lot. I can breathe much better but not 100% yet as it's slightly congested, like a cold. I can also smell better now ( inside of my nose and it's definitely not a pleasant smell!). I had slight pressure and pain on the bridge prior to the appointment but now that eased up, apparently it's normal.
I am so tempted to sleep on my stomach aka face, but that's a no go. I still use the travel pillow so that I sleep on my back and side.
Can't wait for the day where I can scrub and do facials but otherwise
I am feeling a lot more normal and sometimes forget that I even had it done. I am happy!
I was told to keep rinsing, use an anti scar cream and tape at night. We both agreed that the position is in a good place right now and to keep it taped up during the night to prevent it from dropping much. I really don't want my tip to drop, I like how it is now. I forgot to ask him, but how much does the tip generally drop through time (1mm, 1cm?)?
For the past couple of weeks the nose unblocked a lot. I can breathe much better but not 100% yet as it's slightly congested, like a cold. I can also smell better now ( inside of my nose and it's definitely not a pleasant smell!). I had slight pressure and pain on the bridge prior to the appointment but now that eased up, apparently it's normal.
I am so tempted to sleep on my stomach aka face, but that's a no go. I still use the travel pillow so that I sleep on my back and side.
Can't wait for the day where I can scrub and do facials but otherwise
I am feeling a lot more normal and sometimes forget that I even had it done. I am happy!
3 weeks
I am now 3 weeks post op and back at work. The first few days I felt a bit tired but it gets easier every day. My nose unblocked 7 days after my cast came off and I am continuing to rinse my nose and wear my cast at night. I can breathe through my nose but it still feels congested as I am sure there is more that needs to clear up.
The nose doesn't look visibly swollen but the tip is numb and it still feels tender. There is still little swelling around the mouth and jaw as my facial expressions (smile and forehead) have yet to return to normal.
I am happy with how the nostrils have turned out, nice and even. I haven't noticed that the tip dropped but that might be because I haven't payed too much attention since I liked it from the get go. When I look back at my old nose I realize what a great job he has done.
My priority now is the function, I hope I end up breathing better than before. Right now I am breathing both through my mouth and nose as it's easier.
As you can see in the photos I posted that my nose was very droopy and that the middle bit was really hanging low.
The nose doesn't look visibly swollen but the tip is numb and it still feels tender. There is still little swelling around the mouth and jaw as my facial expressions (smile and forehead) have yet to return to normal.
I am happy with how the nostrils have turned out, nice and even. I haven't noticed that the tip dropped but that might be because I haven't payed too much attention since I liked it from the get go. When I look back at my old nose I realize what a great job he has done.
My priority now is the function, I hope I end up breathing better than before. Right now I am breathing both through my mouth and nose as it's easier.
As you can see in the photos I posted that my nose was very droopy and that the middle bit was really hanging low.
Cast off
I got my cast off yesterday! I felt so much better once everything was removed. I love my new nose!! It looks so so so much better. I honestly cannot believe that I have a straight and nice nose on my face. I know it sounds crazy but it will definitely take some time getting used to having a nice nose.
The right nostril seems slightly more swollen, but honestly they look pretty even. The nose over all doesn’t seem bruised and that much swollen to me. I still have my chipmunk cheeks though!
The dr reminded me that this is not the final results and that my nose will change throughout the next few weeks. Now that I know that my nose looks great, I will try not looking at it too much, and rather focus on getting better and doing what I was told to get the optimal results.
The right nostril seems slightly more swollen, but honestly they look pretty even. The nose over all doesn’t seem bruised and that much swollen to me. I still have my chipmunk cheeks though!
The dr reminded me that this is not the final results and that my nose will change throughout the next few weeks. Now that I know that my nose looks great, I will try not looking at it too much, and rather focus on getting better and doing what I was told to get the optimal results.
Provider Review
Specialist in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
1 Magney St., Woollahra, New South Wales
I have only good things to say about Dr Shahidi and his staff. From the moment I got in touch with his office his staff members have been pleasant and helpful. All my questions were always responded to quickly and comprehensively. Dr Shahidi is truly a talented surgeon. He is highly skilled, professional and ethical. His manner is honest, attentive and caring and always took the time to answer my questions and concerns with patience. I had minimal swelling, bruising and pain which speak volumes of his care and expertise when he performed my surgery. The outcome was exactly what I wanted and I am happy to have done this procedure. I highly recommend Dr Shahidi to anyone thinking of having rhinoplasty. Thank you Dr Shahidi!