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Rhinoplasty. Taking Action After Several Years - Layton, UT

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I have wanted a rhinoplasty for several years but...

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slcgirl
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I have wanted a rhinoplasty for several years but never went through with it because my apprehension of altering my face and having an undesirable outcome. My constant obsession with my nose finally lead me to take action. I felt that if I felt confident enough in a doctor that I would go through with the procedure. My friends and family were a bit judgmental about me wanting this procedure because my nose isn't unsightly, but to me it has always been a source of negativity. I can't remember a time when I didn't look at other noses with envy, wishing that I had a more feminine nose. Therefore despite others negative reactions and judgments on vanity I went through with it because it mattered to me. In the end the only opinion that matters is your own, it is hard to not be swayed by others judgments but this has been a lesson to let go of.

My nose was wide and had a slight bump. My goals were to narrow the nose, refine the tip and have a slight slope. My only concern is that I don't want the tip to project too far, but as I understand it that is the last to heal. I have minimal pain but I definitely look beat up!
Feel free to message me with any questions.

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February 19, 2013

Thanks for sharing on RealSelf! Have there been any recovery supplies you feel like you couldn't have lived without?

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February 21, 2013
To be honest it has been a relatively painless procedure and I only took the pain pills for a couple days. The only uncomfortable part has been not being able to breathe through my nose which has resulted in my tongue feeling like sandpaper!
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I am currently on day 5 of recovery and I am...

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I am currently on day 5 of recovery and I am excited to see the results on Friday. I can already tell a noticeable difference in the width of my nose and I believe that I am going to be happy with the results.
I have been told that the nose swells after the removal of the cast but I will be sure to take photos before this occurs. It is definitely a lesson in patience to wait and see but I think it will be well worth it.

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February 20, 2013
I'm anxious to hear how your recovery goes. I'm scheduled for a rhino/septoplasty in March with Dr. Bitner. Happy healing to you!
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February 20, 2013
I am too lol! Congrats :)
February 21, 2013
Good for you, brave woman! I have been asking this question of many people on this site: How about numbness? Any numbness in your nose or upper lip or anywhere else? Can you smile normally right now? Please advise. I appeciate it!
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February 21, 2013
It is hard to say because I still have the cast on but I haven't noticed any numbness in my upper lip. My smile has not been affected so far as I can tell because I try to keep myself from smiling too much. If I touch the tip I do feel it, it feels slightly numb but not anything that alarms me. I hope this helps!
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February 22, 2013
Looking great! Can't wait to see it without the cast :D
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I had my cast removed yesterday and I am very...

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I had my cast removed yesterday and I am very happy with the results. It has swelled quite a bit from yesterday and is very sensitive. It is a little bigger than I ultimately want but that may be due to the swelling, and it does look very natural. I feel more feminine yet still it isn't a drastic change that everyone would notice. I will post more pics in a couple of weeks

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February 23, 2013
nice result :)
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February 23, 2013
Thank you :)
February 23, 2013
Your nose looks very nice! Congratulations!
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February 24, 2013
Thanks I am content with it now so I'm excited to see how it heals. Good luck on your journey!
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February 24, 2013
Looks amazing! Glad to hear you're happy with it :)
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February 24, 2013
You are looking amazing as well! Isn't it nice that we went through with it?
February 24, 2013
Your new nose looks perfect! Congrats!
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February 24, 2013
Thank you! I am glad I finally had the courage to do it and found a doctor that I am confident in.
February 24, 2013
Your nose turned out amazinggg!!!! love itt
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February 26, 2013
Thank you! I definitely feel more feminine