Thanks for sharing your story! Sorry to hear that the surgery had to be delayed but it's important to be healthy for the operation. I am now at Day 22 Post Op and I still have anxieties about my nose... I tend to dwell about every minor change in appearance (due to swelling, etc.). I am trying so hard to be patient and just not over think it. Keeping busy with work and other things is helpful so that time feels like it's moving fast and I don't obsess. Also, I am a teacher too! And I was concerned about returning to work after the operation (what would my students think/say? Would they notice anything different? What about my activity levels? etc.) Honestly, it turned out to be FINE. My students had no clue that anything changed about me (so strange, right?) and my fellow teachers were super considerate and respectful of the whole thing. I think your new nose will look great! If it's something you want and you think about a lot, then you should go for it. I am so happy I did it! and I have confidence you will too. Best of luck!
Thanks so much for sharing your experience. I am now at Day 22 Post Op and I still find myself obsessing and dwelling over little changes in swelling, shape, size, etc. I know that time is on my side, and each day will bring about something new. Just keep positive and try to distract yourself with other things. I feel that if I keep busy with work, family, and friends, I don't think about my nose non-stop (which can be so unproductive and make me depressed!). Your husband is right... the surgeon wasn't in surgery for 3 hours doing nothing. There is a lot of work he did and now it will require patience for it to refine and take its shape. Let your body heal... read some good books, watch some movies, listen to music, cook/bake...do whatever you need to do to take your mind off the operation. Your nose has already improved in appearance and it will only continue to do so as time goes on. Best of luck!
It'll be great! :) Don't worry too much or over think it. I am now at "day 22" and still find myself obsessing over changes and I realize it's not helpful to do that. I just need to keep busy with other things in my life and not focus, because I know time is on my side and each day will bring new changes (swelling, more refinement, etc.). Be positive! Your new nose is going to look fantastic. :-)
Hi! I saw your story pop up on the right side and I thought I'd send you a comment since I relied on this site so much to get reassurance that what I was doing was the right thing. Like you, I always wanted to get my nose corrected, because I just never felt it fit my face and I was insecure about it. It just *bothered* me. I never felt like I would be able to actually do anything about it though. I am 23 and finally have the finances to get the surgery independently. I decided to just go for it. I planned and saved for a few months beforehand, and booked the surgery for last week. I *just* got my cast taken off today and I couldn't be more happy. I literally could just burst with happiness and excitement about my new nose. I feel that a weight has been lifted off. I was also worried about my family and coworker's reactions and judgments, but honestly, no one can say anything about it now because a) it looks great and b) I am just so happy that anything anyone says won't phase me. So, when it comes down to it, do what *you* want to do. If it's something you've always wanted, then it's something you should do. I always think that if I have a feeling or a thought for a long time, than it's not a silly matter. It's something that should be acted upon. Go for it! Eventually, you will regret not doing it based on what others think or feel. This is YOUR face and your decision in the end. Also, I think you should express to your doctor what you're hoping to achieve and then let him give his thoughts. He is the professional and he will know what looks best for your face. However, I found it to be helpful to give my surgeon what my expectations were (and my fears... I didn't want an "upturned" or "pinched" look!). Being on the same page with him made me feel more confident that I'd get what I was hoping for. Best of luck!
Hi! How are things going with you? Thanks for your last update. You are many weeks now post-op. Has the swelling gone down? Any other changes? I am now at day 5 post-op and finally coming around now. I had my hump removed from my bridge and cartilage around my bulbous tip reduced, but the actual tip was not turned up/rotated etc. I got SO swollen! My eyes especially got so puffy and I couldn't wear my contacts for the first few days so that was kind of limiting. I got bruising but not as bad as I expected. The bruising I did get is now fading and it's yellow, which is a good sign. The first few days felt like they were moving in slow motion. I slept a lot and just tried to take it easy. It's been hard though because anytime I talk or do little things around the house I feel like I'm exerting myself and that I need to lay down. I've been trying to eat soft foods but it's hard. I'm worried that I'm moving my mouth too much. I also was watching funny Youtube videos last night and laughed several times which I've heard isn't great for the nose. ALso, I keep looking in the mirror thinking my nose looks big still! I'm looking at my tip area and it looks enlarged but I'm really hoping it's just the swelling. I just want to be assured that I made the right decision. DId you ever feel that way too?
Oh well... anyway, just wanted to touch base. It's nice to feel that there's a sense of community on this site because it can be a weird, uncertain time! I am lucky though my family has been taking good care of me. I am hoping it all works out.
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