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Rhinoplasty/septoplasty/turbinates and FESS with Dr Shahidi - Chatswood, AU
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Can't believe I'm doing this!! Surgery is booked...
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Can't believe I'm doing this!! Surgery is booked on the 5th of December with Dr Shahidi!
So I have always hated the projection of my nose, ,y nose isnt terrible but I am very petite and small and I always felt (even family) that my nose was terribly big for my face. I swear it even makes me seem more serious looking. What motivated me to finally doing this is an injury actually. I had trauma to my face where my septum got slightly bent out if place causing terrible sinunitis infections.
I saw an ENT in Norwest ENT first and saw DR Roth. I found his attitude terrible and very incompetent. He even tried telling me I didn't have a deviated septum. So I looked up Sme more surgeons and found Dr Shahidi, he showed me with a camera where the deviation was and how my nose was almost completely blocked. He was very professional and honest. His receptionist Raleigh, was also ver pleasant and welcoming, every time I speak to her she is like catching up with a friend. She is so sweet.
I wanted to go ahead with Dr Shahidi because he specialises in nose surgery and seemed to have a very good reputation. I have seen a few reviews online that say he is great. I don't think I could do this if I wasn't confident in my surgeon.
I'm soo freaking scared about going to have surgery. I have never had a broken bone, been seriously ill or needed surgery. So I'm freaking out a lot. I plan on eating very well ( I'm a health nut) so green smoothies before surgery to help my body cope with it all. I'm going to be a neck pillow, paw paw ointment and easy to eat foods like soup for post surgery. Arnica tablets or cream too.
Here is a modified image I redid for dr shahidi, I'm after a curvy refined nose that will fit with my small frame.
So I have always hated the projection of my nose, ,y nose isnt terrible but I am very petite and small and I always felt (even family) that my nose was terribly big for my face. I swear it even makes me seem more serious looking. What motivated me to finally doing this is an injury actually. I had trauma to my face where my septum got slightly bent out if place causing terrible sinunitis infections.
I saw an ENT in Norwest ENT first and saw DR Roth. I found his attitude terrible and very incompetent. He even tried telling me I didn't have a deviated septum. So I looked up Sme more surgeons and found Dr Shahidi, he showed me with a camera where the deviation was and how my nose was almost completely blocked. He was very professional and honest. His receptionist Raleigh, was also ver pleasant and welcoming, every time I speak to her she is like catching up with a friend. She is so sweet.
I wanted to go ahead with Dr Shahidi because he specialises in nose surgery and seemed to have a very good reputation. I have seen a few reviews online that say he is great. I don't think I could do this if I wasn't confident in my surgeon.
I'm soo freaking scared about going to have surgery. I have never had a broken bone, been seriously ill or needed surgery. So I'm freaking out a lot. I plan on eating very well ( I'm a health nut) so green smoothies before surgery to help my body cope with it all. I'm going to be a neck pillow, paw paw ointment and easy to eat foods like soup for post surgery. Arnica tablets or cream too.
Here is a modified image I redid for dr shahidi, I'm after a curvy refined nose that will fit with my small frame.
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November 29, 2013
I'm so glad you're here. I know pre-surgery can be scary, but we are here for you. Keep us posted!
November 30, 2013
Good luck!!!! My surgery with him is on the 10th of December, I've never been operated on either. I hope i don't act the fool before i get operated on. Keep us posted! takecare :)
November 30, 2013
Thank you!! As it gets closer to the date I start to question more about why I'm doing this and if I'm making a stupid decision
November 30, 2013
I'm just feeling anxious & excited and want it all over and done with already. Your not making a stupid decision if your nose truly bothers you and your unable to accept it. Do try and be excited for yourself! i am for you since your only 3 days away and me 8.
November 30, 2013
I'm sure its something you feel closer to the time! xP
Even a month away i get nervous~ but then i read about other people
going through the same thing and i feel better. x3
December 1, 2013
Yeah, there a days i don't even sleep and i keep on visualizing the outcome or how ill be before and after surgery etc etc.. i'll be doing that for another week that's for sure.. Goodluck with your operation also.
December 2, 2013
I'm doing that all today. Can't stop thinking about it! Thinking of the waiting time and then waking up time. Argh mind games!
December 2, 2013
I did exactly the same, had my operation on 29th November and was so worried and scared I was doing the wrong thing. Have confidence in yourself and your decision, you won't regret it!
December 3, 2013
My surgery is this Friday and I feel exactly the same but I think it's normal to feel anxious/nervous before this type of thing. I just keep imagining life if Ii don't do it and I know I'll regret it!
December 3, 2013
That's exactly how I felt too, know I've been thinking of doing it for so long and i feel like when the bandage comes off this friday ill be wishing id done it years ago!
December 1, 2013
Wish you all the best with your surgery! Im seeing so many people going with Dr Shahidi..i think its a sign :) cant wait to hear your experiences!
UPDATED FROM Theblacksheep
1 day pre
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Ok so it's the day before surgery and I'm pretty nervous. I keep freaking that I haven't communicated what I want and that I won't like it. I'm also really worried about it being too short and the space between my nose and top lip will be too long? This would be my most major concern. The list of things I have purchased to help post surgery are arnica tablets, ice packs, neck pillow, biotene mouth wash and pain killers.
Wish me luck!
Wish me luck!
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December 4, 2013
Just a heads up - you will freak about the shortness and your upper lip will be very exposed but it drops dramatically so don't freak! He will make it so it's just straight out and doesn't droop, if anything mine dips down slightly but post op it was so high I could see my whole nostrils while looking front on in the mirror. All you really need is someone to look after you and it will be soo worth it in the end so stay strong and power through!! Good luck!! I'm exactly 3 months post op today with him and I'm so happy.
December 4, 2013
Thank you! Do you mind in boxing me an update of how your nose is looking now?
December 4, 2013
I feel your worries! But I think it's because your not used to seeing your face in a way that your nose is straight and lifted. That's my worry too~I'm so used to having this slight droop that when I lift it up to see what I'd look like it freaks me out a little even if that's what it'd look like 'normal'. Good luck with everything! Will be thinking about you and hope everything goes your way! I'm sure you'll have a chance to talk about your goals one more time pre-op. ^ w ^
December 4, 2013
Hi there,
I couldn't help but feel that we're exactly going through the same thing when reading your post. I too feel that my nose is to big for my face, even though everyone around me says I have the perfect, straight nose, and I'm scheduled to go in for my surgery next week. My issue is the projection/profile. It's too strong for my small facial features. I feel that it makes me "look" so serious and not feminine. I also feel that as the day gets closer I'm starting to rethink my decision and every time I look in the mirror and try to see what the outcome will look like I just freak out. My worst fear is having the bridge shaved to far down and/or having a pinched tip :(
But I also know that feeling of seeing myself on camera and/or photos (profile especially) and hating what I see and I really do feel that if it's something that bothers you and makes you feel unhappy then taking the steps to fix it is worth it.
Just make sure that you communicate with your doctor what your concerns are and make sure you both are on the same page with what can be accomplished. Even though we see perfect noses on others they may not be right on your face so its important to remember that.
Sending you lots of love and positivity!!! please keep us posted!!!!
December 11, 2013
looking good! I hope you're feeling better! :) I'm going in tomorrow and am a nervous RECK!!!
December 6, 2013
Hi, I had surgery on the same day with Dr Shahidi. My op was 10am. How are you going? When does ur cast come off...
December 7, 2013
Hi Sheba, Dr Shahidi actually mentioned you, are you from Wollongong? Think cast comes off in a week. My recovery has been tough. Been vomiting blood and all.
December 8, 2013
I'm from wollongong :p How is everything going? I'm just waiting for thursady:(
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