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25 Year Old Rhinoplasty - July 2015 - Calgary, AB
UPDATED FROM kaygkay
5 months post
5 Months Post
$9,000
After a few months, I thought it was time I update my review! To speed things up, I'm going to try and write it in point form!
CONS:
- I would say that I am just breathing normally (FINALLY!) again!
My nose still gets a little plugged when I sleep, but I have seen huge improvements otherwise. It was hard at first because it always seemed to be plugged, and exercising was impossible.
- Scabs!
Not sure if this was just me, but my nose was often plugged because of scabs. I needed to remove them frequently, and then suddenly I could breath (somewhat) again!
- Numbness!
My nose is still numb at the tip, with limited feeling! It was also very swollen so it was hard to the touch and couldn't move at all. However, this is still slowly going away!
PROS:
- Fairly happy with my results
As mentioned, I'm fairly happy with my results! There's still a couple concerns I have, (slight bump on nose, and the height of my nose - I'm being picky, I know!!) but I will continue to discuss these with my doctor.
Miscellaneous:
- I continued to clean my nose with the salt water mixture for approximately 3 months post -op. My doctor recommend this because the inside of my nose was healing slowly and I was going to have to go on steroid spray if it didn't improve. I did have to stop with the salt water spray though because it eventually made my nose get very dry!
- Tape it every night!
Dr. Zakhary has you sign off saying that you will tape your nose every night!
Short update, but hopefully can help some of you out! Thank you for reading and posting comments. I appreciate it!
Also, sorry for so many photos, but I just want to show you all the good, bad and in-between angles!
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UPDATED FROM kaygkay
27 days post
Almost 1 Month Post!
I'm about 4 days short of being a month post, but I thought I would write a quick update. I saw my doctor on Friday and she talked about the bump with me and reassured me it is "bone swelling." She seemed very confident that within a few months the swelling will disappear! That makes sense because my nose is still slightly tender near the break point. She advised that I just tape as much as I can, and massage it out to help reduce swelling. She also told me that if the bump did not go down (which she said hasn't happened before) that we could just file it down in a year while I was at the office (how pleasant does that sound? haha). All and all it was incredibly reassuring meeting with her, and now it's just a waiting game! I'm definitely getting more used to my nose, which is really nice! I'm a teacher and go back to work on Tuesday, so it should be interesting to see if anyone notices or not. I dyed my hair just to try and distract from it, just in case! On a positive note, I can finally start eating dairy again tomorrow.. yessss!
Replies (5)
NA
August 19, 2015
I'm so glad to hear that your surgeon reassured you. Makes sense to me, too, that there would be inflammation at the break point. On a nose, the littlest bump can look big when it's in the middle of a smooth surface, and that's kinda what's happened, here.
At any rate, you really look beautiful! I love your hair, and hope that you do an update that includes the reaction (if any) of people at work.
At any rate, you really look beautiful! I love your hair, and hope that you do an update that includes the reaction (if any) of people at work.
K
August 20, 2015
Thank you so much! You've commented a few times, and I always appreciate it. I will let you know if anyone says anything.. I teach jr. high.. and they are definitely not shy.. so we shall see! Thanks again :)
G
August 20, 2015
Hi. I had a very similar nose to you. Had rhino on 10 July and have exactly the same feelings. Most days I look at my new nose and I honestly can't tell the difference between my old and new nose. Not one of my friends have noticed and my brother says I look exactly the same. My nose is very similar to yours and I feel like I have been conned by my surgeon. He says he goes for her natural subtle look but it's way to subtle for me. I am nearly 6 weeks post op and thought my swelling would have gone down a lot by now but it hasn't.! How long is yours taking? I loved my nose as soon as my cast came off but literally 2 days later it looked just like my own nose again
K
August 22, 2015
Hi there, thanks for commenting! I feel that mine is isn't extremely different, but I do notice some changes. My biggest concern is the bump, but I'm hoping with time that it goes away. My swelling slowly went down, and I don't think it's very swollen anymore minus the tip/bump, and whatever internal swelling is still going on. For your swelling you could avoid salt, I heard that helps a lot, and sleep with your head propped up on some pillows. My doctor says rhinoplasty should be noticed in the eyes, and that's important to remember. She (As well as my friends) have mentioned that it's not a bad thing when people don't notice, because then it doesn't look like you've had work done. I do feel your pain though, because I really wanted it to be a lot different, and I'm still hoping this small bump will go away. I guess the important thing to remember is that you can't do anything for a year.. so there's nothing else to do but wait, and try and be positive. I know that's not what you want to hear (or what I want to hear), but there's nothing else to do. If you feel up to it, I'd love to see your pictures, so feel free to PM me.
W
UPDATED FROM kaygkay
21 days post
Three Weeks Post-Op!
In attempts to be more positive I've uploaded different before/after pictures. This way I can look back and see that although my nose isn't "perfect," it is much better!
Thanks to everyone who has taken the time to read my updates and comment! :)
Thanks to everyone who has taken the time to read my updates and comment! :)
Replies (5)
N
August 12, 2015
What an amazing difference! You are gorgeous!
K
G
August 12, 2015
I love it. Very natural. Very YOU. Plus, there is still a long road ahead of you with respect to healing. Be patient, but love it right now. We are our worst critics!
K
August 13, 2015
Thanks so much! I'm trying to be positive and patient. I appreciate you reading and commenting though! :)
HH
August 13, 2015
You look absolutely beautiful!! Your doctor is an artist. Be patient. If it looks this amazing now then it's only going to get better!
K
August 13, 2015
Thank you! :) It's just a waiting game, so well see, but I will try and be patient and positive! Thanks for commenting!
J
August 13, 2015
I stumbled across your review because I get daily updates from real self. I have to tell you that even though I'm getting a breast augmentation revision, and normally only read those reviews, I was curious as to what the outcome of your surgery would be so I read yours and looked at pics. I think your outcome is amazing.. Looks super natural and absolutely gorgeous!! Try not to get caught up in little things, because the overall affect is truly beautiful. This is a GREAT outcome!! Enjoy!!
K
August 19, 2015
Aw, thank you so much! I truly appreciate the comment and that you took the time to read my reviews and write such kind words! Best of luck with your surgery! :)
J
August 22, 2015
Thanks! Had my surgery yesterday and so far an already happy with the outcome. It's a bit scary and a roller coaster of worry and emotions, but that's all normal and I had a fantastic surgeon and can tell that the results will be good. By the way, I know I've never seen you I'm person but the biggest difference I notice in your most recent pics is that your eyes look big and bright and your nose is just perfect for you.. Plus I think it makes you look younger! Anyway best of luck to you!!
J
K
August 24, 2015
I'm glad to hear you are doing well! Are you in pain at all? I'm just curious because rhinoplasty is more discomfort (stuffed up feeling) than anything. Thank you so much! As you're feeling it's a big change and it takes time getting used to, so I appreciate the compliments :)! Happy healing!
J
August 24, 2015
Not in too much pain, just a little sure and stiff and have to move slowly for awhile which I hate! Thanks for your kind words, and I hope your healing continues to go well... You truly do look really fantastic! Enjoy!!
J
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