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Septorhinoplasty • November 24th - Tamaulipas, Mexico

  • Worth It
  • Cost: $2,300
  • Tamaulipas, Mexico
  • meaty, meaty, meaty.
  • nasal depression and droopy tip when smiling.
  • 3 days post op. depression kicking in.
  • 18 days post op. in between changing tape, wondering if the indentations on the tip will stay.
  • looks nicely proportional from this angle
  • 1 1/2 years post op. Nose still changing with every season. Seems like swelling still going down.
  • side view

Had my rhinoplasty on November 24th with a plastic...

  • 8 Dec 2011

Had my rhinoplasty on November 24th with a plastic surgeon whom I've had previous work with- breast augmentation and bodylift. I never asked for any before and after pictures, I completely trusted him.

I've never been happy with my broad, wide nose.

Post op wasn't too bad. I was only given Tylenol and antibiotics. My PS mentioned to me that he couldn't prescribe other pain killers like with my previous surgeries due to the risk of bleeding. Day one was easy. I only had a bit of discoloration beneath my eyes. Wasn't so after. I began swelling up bad from 2nd day until the 4th day. I could hardly open my eyes! Although the pain was nothing compared to my previous surgeries, seeing my face like that was a bit traumatic, even for my mother.

It's been two weeks since surgery day and I'm feeling pretty well. My PS has been taping me (full nose, 24/7) once a week. I'll get to keep it off after 3 weeks. I can't wait! Time has slowed to a crawl! I can tell I'm still swollen, I've been drinking arnica tea to speed up the healing process.

Saw my surgeon yesterday to change my tape. He...

  • 13 Dec 2011
Saw my surgeon yesterday to change my tape. He said it was looking good already and that he'll be taking off the taping this thursday for good! I'm so glad!

He did say I still have some swelling but it's all good. I'm already happy with how it's turning out.

Oh gosh, I had a dream where my nose was breaking off. It would just flop around whenever I moved my head. How terrifying! LOL

I know this might sound a bit weird, but does...

  • 15 Dec 2011
I know this might sound a bit weird, but does anybody ever wake up with a nose that feels runny, but it's actually stuffy? I always do. And that runny feeling tends to happen throughout the day, and its never there! I used to grab a tissue but now I just tap my nose to check, and sure enough... nada!

its been a while

  • 18 May 2013
I love my nose! Never thought I'd say that. If I could wish for it to be thinner, I would..maybe. but then again I love how the result is so natural.

Swelling

  • 8 Jun 2013
Some days my new nose looks amazing, when the swelling is not as present. Picture does no justice. Also here's a side view. Doc did a minimal scoop.

How bad was recovery... Comparison.

  • 8 Jun 2013
I've had open gastric bypass, eye lasik surgery, body lift, breast augmentation, open gallbladder removal and the septorhino. Out of all the surgeries, the pain was not as bad but it was the toughest to go through. I went into a depression and was desperate to recover, I kept comparing my recovering times and couldn't believe this felt so much tougher. But alas, it was over withing a couple of weeks and now I'm sure I'd go through it again if I had to.. I think.

the more I read the reviews...

  • 18 Jun 2013
The more evident it becomes that depression, regret and worries are typical post-op "symptoms" after rhinoplasty. I think it's fair to say most should stay away from the camera and mirror until at least one month out.

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Hallo. You nose is great. Can I ask you something? I had my nose job last 15th Feb (4 months) and my nostrils are very big and you can see them very well from side and front. Did you have the same? do they go down? Thank you!!!
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Thank you:)) At 4 months you are still most likely swollen but should have an idea of what your final appearance will be. Are you still taping your nose? I would tape my nose with my nostrils pretty much shut together for hours at a time. Fresh out of.surgery the taping really helps your nose settle into its final look. My nostrils are visible (just like in the pics)but not too much that I feel uncomfortable with. But let me tell you, after surgery my first thought after looking in the mirror was "what the helldid i do?!" Try not to worry too much, give it a two more months for your nose to settle a bit more.
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Hey. After having your surgery quite a while ago now, surely it still doesn't swell up now does it? I'm goin under the knive in mind months and am planning on having a very busy summer and don't like the sound of the long term on and off swelling? Are there many other cons post op and months after? Btw u look stunning
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Actually I still swell! It happens during sleeping and ill have a swollen nose for about 3.hrs after getting it of bed. But it really depends on your body-I'm very prone to retaining water and it's become very noticeable on my nose after my rhinoplasty. Taping your nose helps a lot! It prevents from it.swelling overnight.. I def.recommend doing it even long after your surgeon tells you its okay to stop. The only con I have is the frequent runny nose, which I've read plenty of other post-op patients deal with. But it's not something that will make me regret the surgery. Thankk you! Recovery is difficult, very frustrating but worth it. The first week will be the toughest I recommend you try not obsses looking in the mirror during the that time!- wish you the best on your recovery on your upcomimg surgery,,and don't forget you have us plus the ask a doc section for anything you might need some info or opinions in:)
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HI I was wondering what is the name of your surgeon? I am interested in rhinoplasty also. hope u can help. thanks
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I'm thrilled that you're interested in him, he's great doing what he does, conservative (which is not for.all of us). Dr..Carlos Ontiveroz located in Colonia del Prado in Reynosa, which is right by the Santander hospital
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Omg I just love how Ur nose looks ;) Ur very beautiful. Can you pleasee give me your surgeon name and info. I thinking about getting mines done . I really like the job you surgeon did in you.
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Thank you so much! Dr. Carlos Ontiveroz located on.Colonia del Prado in.Reynosa. He works his magic at a hospital named Santander, which is located literally side-cross from his office!
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Google him and he pops up! If you csnt find him let me know and I'll get the number and email for you. Sorry on my phone at the moment
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amazing results congrats!
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thank you!
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It looks really good. :) Bringing in the side walls made a huge difference and was all thay was really needed.
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thank youuuu. yes I just really wanted the bridge have a some definition and nose overall more in proportion. I think my doc did a great job. Even when I asked to make it as small as possible, he said he was only going to proportion it out. :)
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Waw waw waw.. Post op looks fantastic! With your hair blonde you look like shakira! And I also have the same runny nose stuffy nose problem.
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haha thanks! yeah it only seems to get worse with every season. it's so stuffy in the morning and rest of the day its very runny. Not to mention when I eat! lol
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Thanks for your update. I think you look beautiful!

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Thank you!!
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and where in tamaulipas is this doctor at
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ill pm you
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wow your nose looks great,if you dont mind can you post pics of your body lift
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i would but i have no before pics. I'd love to do a review of my gastric bypass (i've lost over 130lbs, its been a tough journey) but no body shots of then.
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I honestly have nonstop running nose. A lot of docs on the sites blame it on allergies when people complain postop...but I think something happens and I know what allergy runny nose is vs what I've got now. Sometimes if I tip my head down, a lot runs out of my nose. It's always dripping, lol...and when I get a reprieve, it's a bit crusty. I have another followup in a week or so, I'm addressing it with my PS this time.
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I had mention how it felt runny buy never actually was. Now omg its runny most of the time. Especially when I eat, regardless of what it is. Lol
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Great. GREAT.

I have the same before nose. :)
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Thanks! Have you had a rhinoplasty or planning to?
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