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I had a small dorsal hump removed, tip refinement,...
sydrhinoSeptember 19, 2014
WORTH IT$12,000
I had a small dorsal hump removed, tip refinement, columella reduced, deviated septum corrected and reduction of both turbinates. Currently 3 weeks post op.
I have disliked the look of my nose for many years, and also experience issues with breathing. I decided to go with Dr Gerarchi as he is an ENT and Facial Specialist as opposed to a Plastics surgeon who does a little bit of everything. We decided to go with a straight bridge rather than a dipped or curves nose to keep it looking natural, and refine the tip as it was quite bulbous. It was my surgeons suggestion to lift my columella which I am very happy with now!
I have disliked the look of my nose for many years, and also experience issues with breathing. I decided to go with Dr Gerarchi as he is an ENT and Facial Specialist as opposed to a Plastics surgeon who does a little bit of everything. We decided to go with a straight bridge rather than a dipped or curves nose to keep it looking natural, and refine the tip as it was quite bulbous. It was my surgeons suggestion to lift my columella which I am very happy with now!
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Replies (5)
January 6, 2015
You look beautiful! I'm just over 2 months and hoping mine refines more like yours has. I'm happy for you:)
January 9, 2015
I'm sure it will! I have noticed my nose change so much over the 4 months - just shows you really need to have patience and the results are definitely worth it! Hope your recovery hasn't been too hard!
UPDATED FROM sydrhino
4 months post
4 month update
sydrhinoJanuary 6, 2015
I am currently 18 weeks post op (4.5 months)
I have noticed the swelling has gone down considerably since the early post op stages, especially in the bridge of my nose where it has slimmed down quite a lot! I still see swelling in the tip but I am being patient with the whole process.
I found my nose has and still is producing a lot of oil. The only thing I did to combat this was to use oil blotting papers throughout the day (I'm sure you can purchase these at most beauty stores) as for blackheads/blockages etc. I used pore strips after 3 months which helped. But before that I just kind of got through it as I didn't want to do anything to lift/squeeze/or put any trauma on the skin.
The tip of my nose is still quite hard and has little sensation. I have no problem with this at all and was a side effect I was expecting anyway.
I have found my nose produces a bit more mucus/debris than usual. I started blowing my nose softly after about 2 months. I often do this in the shower so that it softens up any excess. I also had used a sinus rinse which was a little uncomfortable but bearable and refreshing!
My scarring is basically unnoticeable - which I have to thank my fantastic surgeon for! Everyone says they can't even tell, which is great result.
I have noticed the swelling has gone down considerably since the early post op stages, especially in the bridge of my nose where it has slimmed down quite a lot! I still see swelling in the tip but I am being patient with the whole process.
I found my nose has and still is producing a lot of oil. The only thing I did to combat this was to use oil blotting papers throughout the day (I'm sure you can purchase these at most beauty stores) as for blackheads/blockages etc. I used pore strips after 3 months which helped. But before that I just kind of got through it as I didn't want to do anything to lift/squeeze/or put any trauma on the skin.
The tip of my nose is still quite hard and has little sensation. I have no problem with this at all and was a side effect I was expecting anyway.
I have found my nose produces a bit more mucus/debris than usual. I started blowing my nose softly after about 2 months. I often do this in the shower so that it softens up any excess. I also had used a sinus rinse which was a little uncomfortable but bearable and refreshing!
My scarring is basically unnoticeable - which I have to thank my fantastic surgeon for! Everyone says they can't even tell, which is great result.
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January 6, 2015
I'm experiencing all of the same things as you. We are all in this together :)
January 9, 2015
Thanks for your update! I did end up getting a nose much like yours (except for that beautiful soft curve you have at the tip...oh well). So glad to hear the oil is normal-- my nose was never so shiny or greasy before even as a teen! Do you feel like your nose continues to go down in swelling with time? I'm hoping I'll be satisfied with my results once the tip swelling goes down but it looks like that might a long way away :)
January 14, 2015
I am so happy for you! Its such a great feeling finally being happy with your nose :) The swelling has definitely gone down significantly - I have mostly noticed it in the bridge, and the tip gradually is coming down. Did you have an open or closed rhinoplasty? I had open so I am being patient with the swelling in the tip! I still struggle with the oily skin 5 months after, so I guess it’s just all part of the process of recovery – luckily I have a lot of faith in my surgeon so its all been very positive so far!
January 14, 2015
I had open, with extensive tip work and grafts, so I think I have more swelling than most even though I have very thin skin. My surgery took a little over 4 hours, so I reckon I have a LOT of healing left to do! BTW I managed to exfoliate my nose (I could feel and see the skin sloughing off!) with some exfoliating facewash on a piece of gauze and the oiliness has gone way down! Although I know a certain amount of it is the skin's response to being abused and irritated ;)
January 15, 2015
I wasn't expecting the excessive oil and still can't believe how much the skin produces! I guess its a good sign that everything is healing nice and well :) Have you been able to use a pore strip yet? They are very satisfying haha
January 28, 2015
You look amazing! I cannot believe how much swelling has decreased over 4 months! I love the side by side photos comparing month 1 and 4!
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