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8 months post op!
Anyway, everything is going well. My nose is no longer sore or numb, which means I can blow my nose and wash my face totally normally. The tip is starting to soften up and is starting to move more naturally as well, although it's a bit stiffer than before surgery. The tip is a little bit fuller (rounder) than I'd like, but I still very much like the result. It fits me, even if it isn't a small, modelesque nose. I asked for a subtle change to fix the irregularities and a reduction in bridge height -- and that's what I got! The surgery itself wasn't easy and required reconstruction of my tip, and yet it still looks like me. No one, except for my mom, noticed the difference, which was a huge relief :).
I posted a few photos that show my nose from an angle. Unfortunately I couldn't find any before close ups from those angles, but at least you can see what it looks like right now.
I sometimes have nightmares/visions that my nose will fall apart or deform with time. Not an unreasonable fear, but my goal is to part with "nose anxiety." :) I'd like to not think about my nose on a daily basis and just live freely, finally.
I hope everyone is doing well. Take care everyone and thank you again for your support!
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3 months post op
I visited the cold midwest where it was snowing and I LOVED not having to worry about my nose (in my previous nose, parts of my tip would whiten where the cartilage pushed against the skin while the rest of my nose would redden).
A few weeks ago, my mother (who doesn't know about the surgery) said, "Your nose looks shorter and smoother, and all the angles are gone. Did you do something? I won't be upset if you did -- it looks great." I mumbled something and changed the subject (gleeing on the inside). :-)
I'm very happy with the changes, although I know it's not a small nose and it's a bit wider than my original and post-primary nose. And the stresses and anxieties of everyday life is still there, but it's great to not have to worry/fret over my nose. I love looking in the mirror now, seeing features that are in harmony and not detracting. Financially, it's been rough, but I know that it was worth it :).
Best of luck to everyone in your nose journey. Stay positive!
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I spent several months researching revision rhinoplasty specialists. At first, I wanted to stay in my home town, but decided that it was worth traveling even if it meant spending a week in a hotel. This opened up my search to the top doctors in the US, which of course made the search even more difficult. I chose Dr. Kim because of his natural results, credentials, before/afters and positive reviews. I understand how stressful it can be choosing a rhinoplasty doctor, especially for a revision. So here I am sharing my positive experience. I can breathe better than I have ever been able to in my life, and I finally can say that I love my nose! I don't think about it when I talk to people and I don't worry about them seeing my nose in a certain angle or under unfavorable lighting. It's a great feeling :).