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Finally Fixing This Nose - Chicago, IL
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I have never liked my nose even in junior high I...
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I have never liked my nose even in junior high I begged my mom to take me to get it fixed. She always told me I'd "grow into" it. Well I've graduated college and gotten married and I don't think I've grown into it yet. Luckily I have found a PS who is going to make the corrections in late May. I'm so excited but really nervous too! I also found out I have a deviated septum so we are getting that taken care of too, I'm so worried about going back to work and everyone seeing me all bruised up. I took 8 days off I hope that's enough!
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April 10, 2012
I've taken 5 days off work (plus a weekend) and my surgery is Thursday, so I'll let you know how it goes! I'm also getting a slightly new hairstyle to throw people off what's different. :)
May 2, 2012
hey guys, I have been thinking about nose job for long time. I have really samll one and want to get bigger. I had some ethnic work done on my nose two years ago in foreign country. It looks ok, straigthened my nose but still small cos I have really big cheeckbone. all I see in the mirror is two big cheekbones....I do not know any good surgeon and cosmetic surgeon in chicago ara. Please help me if you guys know anyone....do not know what to do
May 2, 2012
Here's what some doctors have to say about the best rhinoplasty surgeons in Chicago. Hope this helps!
May 2, 2012
I would do your research because making a nose bigger is not a very common procedure. I would look at every rhinoplasty specialist in Chicago and find out if they can talk to you about that procedure and if you can see pictures of past surgeries. There is no easy answer, you have to pick the right surgeon for you and that means making appointments to meet with them and discuss your procedure. Good Luck
April 10, 2012
LoveMe34 that's a good idea. Although I'm in a wedding in the Fall and she was already freaked out when I told her what I was doing, a hairstyle might be her breaking point lol! Keep me updated!! That's exciting!
April 10, 2012
Clairol makes an awesome temporary hair color...you could go one shade darker right after your surgery and it washes out little by little over a month.
April 11, 2012
Good idea! One more day for you! Are you excited or getting nervous? Can't wait to hear how you're doing.
UPDATED FROM Lillybug
Every time I look in the mirror all I can see is...
Every time I look in the mirror all I can see is this huge nose. I have felt this way for so long it makes me wonder what I will feel when I get this done. For those of you who have had it done what did you feel afterwards? I never felt ugly but it did make me insecure. I guess I am worried I will start to gravitate to another part of me that I see as flawed. Did anyone feel like they started to pick themselves apart. That's my husbands biggest worry because I can be a little OCD about things lol. I just like some parts of my life a certain way. I am by no means a perfectionist, and I do not expect my nose to be perfect. I will never have a tiny cute nose, I will have my nose updated to suit my face better. I just really wonder how you guys felt once the swelling went down or even right after. Did you recognize yourself? Just starting to freak out the closer it gets =)
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April 12, 2012
So excited for you! Just a heads up,..You might want to take a few more days off! I had minimal swelling and bruising but did not feel ready to work let alone leave the house at day 8..
April 12, 2012
Lillybug
I agree with Romes. I am on day 8 and I am not ready, still swollen and bruised.
I am so excited for you! Even though I am still adjusting to my new nose I am so happy I did it! xoxo
I agree with Romes. I am on day 8 and I am not ready, still swollen and bruised.
I am so excited for you! Even though I am still adjusting to my new nose I am so happy I did it! xoxo
April 13, 2012
Romes and Star
My job is really a cake walk I sit in an office and monitor regulations and calculate benefits. I do not lift a thing other then a coffee mug. Do you guys think I will be okay to do that? My boss is amazing and would have no problem with me extending my leave if I need to, but I don't want to use all my PTO on staying in the house =)
My job is really a cake walk I sit in an office and monitor regulations and calculate benefits. I do not lift a thing other then a coffee mug. Do you guys think I will be okay to do that? My boss is amazing and would have no problem with me extending my leave if I need to, but I don't want to use all my PTO on staying in the house =)
April 13, 2012
Hmmm maybe leave it a little open ended and see how you feel.At 7-8 days I could probably handle sitting at a desk doing some stuff with Tylenol, soft kleenex, and tons of water, and some cover-up ;)) xoxo
Plus, 8 days off not including a weekend? Because that would put you about 10 days after surgery right?
Plus, 8 days off not including a weekend? Because that would put you about 10 days after surgery right?
April 13, 2012
I can tell you one day after seeing my new nose, that I have no regrets getting rid of my bump! I believe there will be freedom from hating it and maybe a new confidence within myself... I don't think I will obsess on anything else on my body like how I could be in better shape etc...any more than usual. Those things I can do something about on my own :))
I waited to long to do this! If you want it you are going to be sooooo happy too :)) xoxo
When is your appt? Maybe I missed it up above?
I waited to long to do this! If you want it you are going to be sooooo happy too :)) xoxo
When is your appt? Maybe I missed it up above?
April 13, 2012
I can't speak to your question yet, but as of now I can't imagine what else I would change about myself. My sister-in-law immediately assumed I'd move on to other things, so she shared a concern with your husband. But I think we can blame the media for that. Tons of regular women get one thing done and never go on to anything else.
April 13, 2012
Star my appt is May 24th. I wish it would hurry up and come already =)
April 13, 2012
I had made my appt a month out and boy it came fast!!! it will be here for you before you know it!! xox
It is sunny and beautiful here today and it just lifts the spirits bruises and all! I will look for that camo makeup...thx
It is sunny and beautiful here today and it just lifts the spirits bruises and all! I will look for that camo makeup...thx
UPDATED FROM Lillybug
Well I got most of my stash today for the upcoming...
Well I got most of my stash today for the upcoming day. Arnica Montana pills to help prevent swelling and bruising. Arnica gel as well just in case. Dry Shampoo since I can't get my cast wet. Pepto just in case I get nauseous. Q tips to clean out the yuck. Organic cleaning cloths to make sure my face isn't oily. Peroxide to clean the inside after surgery. Sleeping pills so I can knock myself out and force some rest. Costal Scents Camouflage which I wore to work today since I naturally have dark circles under my eyes and can never find a concealer that has good coverage, looks natural and stays on all day. I finally found one! I love it you can pack it so you can make it as thick as you want but you can't even tell. I even tried it on one of my tattoos and you could barely tell it was there! Plus when I got home after 11hrs it was still on, that has never happened! Also it has a bunch of different shades so you can mix them to make your perfect color. I still need to pick up straws, hats, and a bunch of books and movies to keep me as busy as possible but I have a good start. Also I have a full grocery list of fruits and veggies and easy to consume foods that will help with the healing process.
I'm getting so excited to have this done. I really wish I could bump up my date and get this done tomorrow lol! I also have an apt to talk to my PS again and see if I can talk him into making the width of my nose a little smaller then the morph he did for me. I know he wants it to look really natural and I do too but I really want as small of a nose as we can do and still make it look good. We'll see how it goes. =)
What do you girls think am I missing anything?
I'm getting so excited to have this done. I really wish I could bump up my date and get this done tomorrow lol! I also have an apt to talk to my PS again and see if I can talk him into making the width of my nose a little smaller then the morph he did for me. I know he wants it to look really natural and I do too but I really want as small of a nose as we can do and still make it look good. We'll see how it goes. =)
What do you girls think am I missing anything?
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April 18, 2012
Careful with any sleeping pills - probably not a good idea with the other meds you'll be taking. Also, get a humidifier! I had mine going 24/7 the first few days to ease my sore throat.
April 25, 2012
Oh well I'm sure I wont need it I never needed it before so I will probably be good like you were.
April 25, 2012
hi lillybug
in my case my nose was kind of pinched or got really skinny right above my tip...so with some of my own cartilage my Dr made tiny graphs or shims if you will and placed them vertically to spread out the pinched area. So I am told this takes longer to heal because the body has to become one with the graphs... :)
in my case my nose was kind of pinched or got really skinny right above my tip...so with some of my own cartilage my Dr made tiny graphs or shims if you will and placed them vertically to spread out the pinched area. So I am told this takes longer to heal because the body has to become one with the graphs... :)
April 25, 2012
Thanks Star I was wondering about that. I don't think he'll be doing that with me, there's not a part of my nose that's skinny lol =)
There's a good chance you won't still be bruised up at 8 days. Everyone is different, but I wasn't bruised then at all (and not much before either).
You're going to do great! Make sure your PS specializes in rhinoplasty and please keep us posted!
You're pretty as is and this will make you look even more refined and lovely.