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Septal Reconstruction Rhinoplasty!!! Inferior Turbinectomy (endoscopic) (Alar Reduction) Finally Going for It!!! - Chatswood, AU
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I want to say thank goodness for this site!! it is...
GMZOctober 9, 2015
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I want to say thank goodness for this site!! it is so hard to really get any advice unless you know someone that has gone through this type of surgery, and let's face it not all admit to having done it lol
I had my first consultation with Dr S Shahidi few days ago. His staff are very friendly and professional and may I add beautiful :)
Dr S was very honest with what he can and can't do to my nose, and he tried to keep me looking like me.
We have gone with a straight nose, slightly shortened (he said he won't be able to shorten it too much, as I have a strong chin)
I am also getting my Alar adjusted. This is the nostrils. They are wide to begin with and will get wider once the nose is shortened.
If anyone has had their Alars adjusted, I would appreciate any advice or comments. I think I am only worried that my nostrils wont look even!!! But I trust that I have chosen a highly qualified surgeon!!! :) oh and my nose slants to the left and my left airway is actually quite narrow compared to my right. I never noticed this, nor did my husband, till Dr S pointed it out. I have uploaded a pic of my left side modified on his computer software. I might ask for the other side to be done too next time I go in. But he did say he can't really do it from the front, I guess cause it then starts to distort your facial features.
I am so nervous and excited all at once!! I have wanted this since I was a very young teen. It's finally going to happen just before my 35th birthday, and three kids later.
My next appointment is five weeks before my surgery...
I'm hoping that I look ok for Xmas, as surgery date is three weeks before :-/ although I am being reassured, I can't help but think of the worst possible scenario lol
I am booked into the Bella Vista Hospital. I'm hoping it's not too hot that day for the one hour ride there and back....
I have the support of my family and to be honest it's no big secret that I'm getting it done!! So a lot of my friends already know that I will be doing this procedure. Some say "why? You do t need it" and others say if that's what you have always wanted then go for it!! I also have some friends that want theirs done, so it's always good to see and know someone first hand who has gone through this.
I will appreciate any advice or tips leading up to my surgery.
Will keep you all posted :0)
I had my first consultation with Dr S Shahidi few days ago. His staff are very friendly and professional and may I add beautiful :)
Dr S was very honest with what he can and can't do to my nose, and he tried to keep me looking like me.
We have gone with a straight nose, slightly shortened (he said he won't be able to shorten it too much, as I have a strong chin)
I am also getting my Alar adjusted. This is the nostrils. They are wide to begin with and will get wider once the nose is shortened.
If anyone has had their Alars adjusted, I would appreciate any advice or comments. I think I am only worried that my nostrils wont look even!!! But I trust that I have chosen a highly qualified surgeon!!! :) oh and my nose slants to the left and my left airway is actually quite narrow compared to my right. I never noticed this, nor did my husband, till Dr S pointed it out. I have uploaded a pic of my left side modified on his computer software. I might ask for the other side to be done too next time I go in. But he did say he can't really do it from the front, I guess cause it then starts to distort your facial features.
I am so nervous and excited all at once!! I have wanted this since I was a very young teen. It's finally going to happen just before my 35th birthday, and three kids later.
My next appointment is five weeks before my surgery...
I'm hoping that I look ok for Xmas, as surgery date is three weeks before :-/ although I am being reassured, I can't help but think of the worst possible scenario lol
I am booked into the Bella Vista Hospital. I'm hoping it's not too hot that day for the one hour ride there and back....
I have the support of my family and to be honest it's no big secret that I'm getting it done!! So a lot of my friends already know that I will be doing this procedure. Some say "why? You do t need it" and others say if that's what you have always wanted then go for it!! I also have some friends that want theirs done, so it's always good to see and know someone first hand who has gone through this.
I will appreciate any advice or tips leading up to my surgery.
Will keep you all posted :0)
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Replies (19)
October 12, 2015
Wow- your 'before' nose isn't even bad in my eyes. But I totally see how the 'after' nose is more appealing. I've been there. Don't be nervous at all. You said you picked a very good surgeon and that's all that matters in my opinion. You have to just put your faith in them and everything will be just fine! Since your surgery is booked for December 4th, you will for sure be looking just fine for Christmas. (You'll actually be looking even better since it'll all be done!) I went to a concert 9 days after surgery and was fine and looked great. I can't wait to see your results. You'll be surprised about how many people don't even see a difference or notice a change. Wishing you the best of luck!
October 12, 2015
Thank you so much, I'm hoping so too!!! Your results are amazing!!! Hope your feeling and healing well??
Did you get an Alar adjustment?
Did you get an Alar adjustment?
November 4, 2015
Hey
November 4, 2015
Hey i totally understand that your worried about how you will look after surgery. I had my surgery three weeks before thanksgiving and my nose didn't look to swollen but I do suggest you put foundation and concealer to cover any bruises around the eyes. Good luck with everything.
November 4, 2015
Hi.
Thanks for the reassurance :)
I have thick skin and just hoping I have an ok time healing.....
Will keep everyone posted :) 4 weeks away now, so excited!!!
Thanks for the reassurance :)
I have thick skin and just hoping I have an ok time healing.....
Will keep everyone posted :) 4 weeks away now, so excited!!!
November 6, 2015
all the very best !! Please keep us updated.
UPDATED FROM GMZ
2 months pre
Excited! But also freaking out!!! I hope I don't scare the kids :-/
GMZOctober 20, 2015
So it's good to see that I'm not the only one freaking out up to the lead up of my surgery..... It's somewhat comforting to read everyone's posts about how their feeling.
I'm so excited to have this done and with only a little over six weeks to go, I'm sure I will be there before I know it.
One thing playing in my mind is when I am recovering that I don't scare my kids.... They are going to wonder what happened to mummy, and I'm playing it out in my mind as to how in the world I will explain it to them :-(
I'm so excited to have this done and with only a little over six weeks to go, I'm sure I will be there before I know it.
One thing playing in my mind is when I am recovering that I don't scare my kids.... They are going to wonder what happened to mummy, and I'm playing it out in my mind as to how in the world I will explain it to them :-(
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November 15, 2015
How old are your kids? Mine took it really well. All I told my 5 year old was that I was going to have surgery to fix my nose and that even though I was okay it would look bad for a little bit. He just accepted it without any questions really. When they saw me for the first time they kind of stared but got used to it pretty quickly. My 2 year old just said I had boo boos on my cheeks. When I put makeup on today she said Mom! Boo boos are gone!! :)
November 21, 2015
Oh how cute :)
I have been saying the same thing, that I am just fixing my nose and that I will look all puffy and bruised but I will be ok.... my little ones are 4 and 3, my elder one is 8 but he understands a lot more.
I felt a little bit of guilt when my 4 year old said to me "mummy but I like your nose like this"
OMG he is such a sweet talker already lol
I hope I don't have really bad boo boos lol
I have been saying the same thing, that I am just fixing my nose and that I will look all puffy and bruised but I will be ok.... my little ones are 4 and 3, my elder one is 8 but he understands a lot more.
I felt a little bit of guilt when my 4 year old said to me "mummy but I like your nose like this"
OMG he is such a sweet talker already lol
I hope I don't have really bad boo boos lol
UPDATED FROM GMZ
2 months pre
Some photos of my nose....
GMZOctober 25, 2015
So I've added some photos of my nose at different angles. I hope that Dr S can work the Same magic on me as he has done for others with great results!!! I'm feeling confident that he can.
I have been told I have thick skin and I know this could mean a longer recovery with swelling etc but I know that patience will be the key to a successful 'better' nose :0) hope the pics help others who may have a similar nose to mine.
Thanks again to all that have posted on this site it really helps to speak to those who are in the same boat :)
I have been told I have thick skin and I know this could mean a longer recovery with swelling etc but I know that patience will be the key to a successful 'better' nose :0) hope the pics help others who may have a similar nose to mine.
Thanks again to all that have posted on this site it really helps to speak to those who are in the same boat :)
Look forward to seeing your progress
I know nothing's perfect right, but I always say it can be better lol
Hope your traveling well with everything? Your nose looks fantastic it fits your face really well :)
Thanks so much still healing but I see the Dr next for my 4 month follow up :)
Keep us updated with your follow ups :)