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Septorhinoplasty: bulbous, drooping tip corrected -- VERY pleased - Dr. Antoniak - Ottawa, ON

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All through my adolescence and university, I have...

gcret045August 3, 2012
WORTH IT$6,500

All through my adolescence and university, I have disliked my nose...I get it from my father's side of the family, and it's not terrible, but i've just always disliked it immensely! Now that I am done school and working full time, I was able to put the money away, and get the vacation time I needed to finally go through with it!

It is slightly wide and the tip is bulbous, crooked and droops downwards...! Especially when I smile, it is extremely evident! I've always avoided certain angles and smiling big in pictures because of it, so i am really looking forward to not having to worry or obsess over angles, and actions that make it more 'pronounced', so to speak!

So a few months ago, i went in for a consultation - it went great, and I was even told my septum is deviated and that a correcting could be made while in surgery to improve my breathing (my left nostril barely takes in any air, i never really cared to much for it, but now I'm quite happy they will be able to repair that! It makes me excited to look forward to how my breathing will be changed/improved afterwards :) Probably better nights of sleep, too!

Anyways, my pre-op was last week, and i got my Arnica (swelling/bruising), my prescription for pain meds (I will confirm what they are later) as well as a prescription for ointment for my nose/nostrils (will confirm this as well!)

The doctor wasn't in (on vacation), so that worried me a bit..but the pre-op still went wonderfully with the nurse! She gave me info on what to eat, what not to eat/drink...etc etc.

Will spend this weekend getting all of my post-op supplies!! :)


Ps. my only real concern is 1. not getting my nose the way i like it/it turning out much worse than it is now...(which is common, i know, but still!) and 2. i LOATHE anesthesia...i get extreme anxiety and panic attacks and am NOT looking forward to be put to sleep....but the nurse has told me that I will be given a relaxer if i ask for it...so, fingers crossed!! haha


Thanks to everyone's support!! Seeing other reviews and experiences on here has made me more confident and excited about the procedure overall :)

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Gregory P. Antoniak, MD, FRCSC (retired)

Gregory P. Antoniak, MD, FRCSC (retired)

Facial Plastic Surgeon, Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

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Angie_M
August 4, 2012

It's like a nice nap. :) Have you had anesthesia before? I know the loss of control is incredibly freaky, but you just have to trust in your doctor and anesthesiologist if you're going to do this. I hope you love your result! When is your surgery?

 

gcret045
August 7, 2012
I had my appendix removed last summer, so that was my first experience with anesthesia! It was all perfectly fine until they administered it in the OR - then I began experiencing some anxiety and panic, not to mention hyperventilation! Not too great of a feeling, but I will have to suck it up and face my fears I suppose! At least this time around, my surgery has been planned for and not an emergency procedure in the moment, which can be rather scary!

And my surgery is on August 14th!
UPDATED FROM gcret045
7 days pre

Bought some supplies over the weekend - Qtips,...

gcret045August 7, 2012
Bought some supplies over the weekend - Qtips, Peroxide, facial cleansing wipes - will be picking up my prescribed pain meds and ointment tonight !

Surgery is in exactly 1 week today!

Still excited, but still very nervous about the general anesthesia!

Any tips or advice would be amazing :)

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7 days pre

Prescribed medication includes: Arnica Montana...

gcret045August 7, 2012
Prescribed medication includes:

Arnica Montana tablets: for swelling and bruising

Fucidin ointment: antibiotic cream for incisions

Tramadol/acet : for post-op pain

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michelle1207
August 8, 2012
I just had my surgery yesterday and I had such mixed emotions up until the moment in the operating room. The anesthesia is exactly like falling asleep and I don't even remember anything until phase 2 of recovery and by that point I was good to go. My throat was really dry but I was wide awake and felt great. Don't be nervous, everything will be fine. The surgery is really the easy part.
gcret045
August 13, 2012
Thank you! :)
bobby911
August 8, 2012
Hey. I just had mine last week and you sound just like I did. I was nearly throwing up I was SO nervous. I too have anxiety but it's honestly the EASIEST part. I remember feeling the liquid enter my body and saying I feel it while giggling. That's the last thing I remember and then waking up in recovery. Can't even tell you how I walked Bc I don't remember! You'll be fine :) Good luck!
gcret045
August 13, 2012
Thank you!! I hope giggle and pass out, that would be much better!!! haha
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monmunoz
August 10, 2012
To be honest I can't remember anything after entering to the operation room. I got my rhinoplasty 3 days ago and honestly the hardest part until now has been how nervous I was before getting it. For me it hasn't been as bad as they describe it. The day after the operation was probably the worst as it was the day that I had more swelling. There has been almost no pain for me, which is great. I had no nausea after the anesthesia. Everything went great! Good luck on your operation. You'll be fine!
gcret045
August 13, 2012
Thank you :)
clxlis
August 11, 2012
I feel like I'm in your situation! I just had rhinoplasty 5 days ago because of a deviated septum. I got my nose from my dad which was kinda big so I always was self conscious about it. They fixed both of my problems, medical and looks wise. Don't be nervous! I'll share my experience which of course this will be different than yours but just know this - there is nothing to fear. The staff will always make you feel welcomed and secure, and trust me, there is nothing more calming than that. I met with my nurse who sat me in this area where every patient got dressed in the hospital gowns, met with their anesthesiologist, talked to their surgeon, and got the IV placed. Then they took me to the operating room, had me lay down, and put in the anesthesia. I fell asleep and what feels like seconds later, it was over and I woke up in the recovery room.

The first 2-3 recovery days are not the best days. There's discomfort but it's not too bad. Part of it was getting frustrated because I so badly wanted to breath from my nose and couldn't. Also you may get bruised under your eyes if you have light, sensitive skin like me. You may have a sore throat from the breathing tubes they put in during surgery but that lasted only a day. I was told I would have a splitting headache the day after and to my surprise, I didn't! I didn't even use my painkillers. I go back on Monday morning to take off the cast and I can't wait.

Best of luck, you'll be just fine!
gcret045
August 13, 2012
I have arnica montana for swelling & bruising, so hopefuly that helps! Because I too have pretty fair skin ! But thank you so much for the kind words of advice!
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