I've wanted a rhinoplasty for years. The only thing holding me back is the terrible anxiety I feel when thinking about discussing it with family. I've always been too terrified to admit my self consciousness about my nose to anyone. How do I get over this anxiety and also get the courage to discuss it with parents/deal with others finding out after? I know I’d be much happier if I went through with the procedure. I hope I’m not the only one who has struggled with this.
Answer: Anxiety about Rhinoplasty I appreciate your concerns. Rest assured you are not alone at feeling anxiety about getting plastic surgery. I encourage you to talk to family members about your choice, sharing specifics about what you would like to change about your nose. Schedule some consultations with experienced, board-certified plastic surgeons who can provide information and likely put many of your fears to rest. Finally, remember that plastic surgery is a personal choice you make for your own reasons. The most important thing is that you feel good about your choice to undergo surgery to achieve the aesthetic goals you have set. Good luck to you!
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Answer: Anxiety about Rhinoplasty I appreciate your concerns. Rest assured you are not alone at feeling anxiety about getting plastic surgery. I encourage you to talk to family members about your choice, sharing specifics about what you would like to change about your nose. Schedule some consultations with experienced, board-certified plastic surgeons who can provide information and likely put many of your fears to rest. Finally, remember that plastic surgery is a personal choice you make for your own reasons. The most important thing is that you feel good about your choice to undergo surgery to achieve the aesthetic goals you have set. Good luck to you!
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May 26, 2020
Answer: I have terrible anxiety when thinking about discussing rhinoplasty with my family Having family support is essential before undergoing nose job surgery. Consider composing a list of what you don't like about your nose since that would be helpful for a consultation. It may also be a good place to start with your family. If you're unhappy with your nose for good reason, I suspect your family may be more supportive than you think. Thank you. Dr Joseph
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May 26, 2020
Answer: I have terrible anxiety when thinking about discussing rhinoplasty with my family Having family support is essential before undergoing nose job surgery. Consider composing a list of what you don't like about your nose since that would be helpful for a consultation. It may also be a good place to start with your family. If you're unhappy with your nose for good reason, I suspect your family may be more supportive than you think. Thank you. Dr Joseph
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May 26, 2020
Answer: Rhinoplasty fears It’s not unusual to have anxiety about cosmetic surgery. A good first move is to go for a few consults. That will be very reassuring for you. Most people have fear of the unknown. Once you have more information and reassurance much of your anxiety will be alleviated.
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May 26, 2020
Answer: Rhinoplasty fears It’s not unusual to have anxiety about cosmetic surgery. A good first move is to go for a few consults. That will be very reassuring for you. Most people have fear of the unknown. Once you have more information and reassurance much of your anxiety will be alleviated.
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May 26, 2020
Answer: Rhinoplasty candidate Dear gmankrist,
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May 28, 2020
Answer: How do you recommend dealing with anxiety and fears about getting a rhinoplasty? It is best to try to be very specific about the type of anxiety you are feeling. In our practice, the most anxiety we hear from patient's tends to be patients are quite anxious about the anesthetic, the pain involved, claustrophobia and unable to breathe out of their nose after the surgery, and running into family and friends after the first 2 weeks when patients are still bruised and swollen.
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May 28, 2020
Answer: How do you recommend dealing with anxiety and fears about getting a rhinoplasty? It is best to try to be very specific about the type of anxiety you are feeling. In our practice, the most anxiety we hear from patient's tends to be patients are quite anxious about the anesthetic, the pain involved, claustrophobia and unable to breathe out of their nose after the surgery, and running into family and friends after the first 2 weeks when patients are still bruised and swollen.
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