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Finally!! 19 Year Old - Chesterfield, GB
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I'm not from the US and wasn't sure if this...
I'm not from the US and wasn't sure if this website was just for people reviewing surgeons etc from the US but it has really helped me reading others stories about their rhinoplasty procedure and I would really love to share mine too. I'm wanting to express how I feel about my journey to people who are less likely to be judging me for it and understand how I feel! It would be nice to gain support/advice from people who have or are going through the same process.
ANYWAY. When I was younger I never really thought much about my nose, more so because it really wasn't that bad when I was younger. It wasn't until I was about 13/14 that it started to become the strongest feature on my face. it used to be quite smooth but as I matured and got older it became quite deviated, and the bridge of my nose is very wide, square and bony and the end of my nose is quite bulbous. Since then it began to get worse, no one had ever said anything about my nose until I was about 16/17 and that's when I noticed it EVERY SINGLE DAY from then and on EVERY SINGLE PHOTO that was taken of me my focus would go straight to my nose.
Tbh I never thought about rhinoplasty as I never thought it would be affordable to me. It wasn't until the last year or so I started reading every single blog I could find and researching every single surgery/surgeons I could find to see what was possible, AND IT IS!!!
I have been to a few consultations, my first I got rid of straight away, it didn't feel right at all, there was an uncomfortable atmosphere and it definitely wasn't for me. my second however gave me a really good feeling and after researching more and more into them and the surgeon I now have my second consultation next week, where I will hopefully be booking my surgery! You have to book within the 6 months of your consultation which is fine with me as im wanting it asap, hopefully between September/November - I have a few holidays and work during that time so its all about figuring out what's best and still being able to work/fly and not disturbing my recovery. Luckily I have been saving up for a while so i'll be able to go ahead with surgery and not worry about the costs so much.
I'm hoping to upload some pictures tonight to show you my nose!!
ANYWAY. When I was younger I never really thought much about my nose, more so because it really wasn't that bad when I was younger. It wasn't until I was about 13/14 that it started to become the strongest feature on my face. it used to be quite smooth but as I matured and got older it became quite deviated, and the bridge of my nose is very wide, square and bony and the end of my nose is quite bulbous. Since then it began to get worse, no one had ever said anything about my nose until I was about 16/17 and that's when I noticed it EVERY SINGLE DAY from then and on EVERY SINGLE PHOTO that was taken of me my focus would go straight to my nose.
Tbh I never thought about rhinoplasty as I never thought it would be affordable to me. It wasn't until the last year or so I started reading every single blog I could find and researching every single surgery/surgeons I could find to see what was possible, AND IT IS!!!
I have been to a few consultations, my first I got rid of straight away, it didn't feel right at all, there was an uncomfortable atmosphere and it definitely wasn't for me. my second however gave me a really good feeling and after researching more and more into them and the surgeon I now have my second consultation next week, where I will hopefully be booking my surgery! You have to book within the 6 months of your consultation which is fine with me as im wanting it asap, hopefully between September/November - I have a few holidays and work during that time so its all about figuring out what's best and still being able to work/fly and not disturbing my recovery. Luckily I have been saving up for a while so i'll be able to go ahead with surgery and not worry about the costs so much.
I'm hoping to upload some pictures tonight to show you my nose!!
Replies (4)
January 23, 2017
This looks so great you must be really pleased? Can you tell me what surgery you went to? And your surgeon? Many thanks and well done you.. takes a lot to make this decision
UPDATED FROM RhianneK
Im really anxious/paranoid even more now HELP!
I've been really looking forward to my second consultation this Wednesday, reading so many reviews on here just filling myself with more and more excitement for finally being able to count down to my own surgery!!
I also started researching more into surgeons (even though I was set on one) or so I thought :( I searched the surgeon I have chosen to have a second consultation with, and found a bad review from 2013 and now I really don't know what to do!! I worry about everything and was already full of worry (and would be regardless of which surgeon I would have chosen) but now im scaring myself and thinking of whether I should choose a different surgeon? Am I thinking too much? im pretty sure each surgeon has had cases where their patients have been unhappy etc or have had to have a revision?? I'm just really stressing out now, I was wanting surgery this year, if possible within the next six weeks and now I feel im rushing? even though ive been thinking about it so seriously for a while and know its definitely what I want!! ahhhh:(
I also started researching more into surgeons (even though I was set on one) or so I thought :( I searched the surgeon I have chosen to have a second consultation with, and found a bad review from 2013 and now I really don't know what to do!! I worry about everything and was already full of worry (and would be regardless of which surgeon I would have chosen) but now im scaring myself and thinking of whether I should choose a different surgeon? Am I thinking too much? im pretty sure each surgeon has had cases where their patients have been unhappy etc or have had to have a revision?? I'm just really stressing out now, I was wanting surgery this year, if possible within the next six weeks and now I feel im rushing? even though ive been thinking about it so seriously for a while and know its definitely what I want!! ahhhh:(
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August 10, 2016
hey there! How was the consultation? How long have you been doing research? I would say you take more time in finding out the right surgeon and pls dont rush, if you need to add few more weeks do it but dont rush. You need to find the right surgeon and dont be discharged by 1 bad review, instead when you see that surgeon tell your concern. There is a list of questions you should ask on consultation and how his/her work is by looking at before/after pics. There are many factors you have to keep in mind while deciding the right surgeon, choose the wrong surgeon and you will end up spending more time and money on revision which you dont want to go, really.
I been doing research for a year now and although I wanna do it next day if possible but I wanna take time and make sure I did my homework. If you wanna tell the name of surgeon you been looking at maybe I could give my opinion/advise, and if you want I can share few names I have narrowed down.
Just keep your head calm and it will be easy for you decide. There are many surgeons who are really good at what they do, and since its your primary surgery it wont be too complicated and you will be fine once its done, and will laugh at yourself for getting anxious. Anxiety is nothing but extreme feeling.
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I been doing research for a year now and although I wanna do it next day if possible but I wanna take time and make sure I did my homework. If you wanna tell the name of surgeon you been looking at maybe I could give my opinion/advise, and if you want I can share few names I have narrowed down.
Just keep your head calm and it will be easy for you decide. There are many surgeons who are really good at what they do, and since its your primary surgery it wont be too complicated and you will be fine once its done, and will laugh at yourself for getting anxious. Anxiety is nothing but extreme feeling.
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UPDATED FROM RhianneK
Help!!!! I Need Advice..
I was set to see the surgeon a second time and more importantly book
my surgery! However when I went to see him yesterday I came out very
disappointed. I mean what he had said reassured me that he wasn't just
in it for the money; he suggested I get other surgeons opinions..
He looked at my nose in more depth this time and asked me what I
didn't like and wanted changing, as they do, but he kept telling me that
he liked my profile and the surgery he would do wouldn't change it? so
why would I be paying a lot of money for what I don't like not to
change? I will have to upload photos for you too see, my nose isn't the
worst from the side as I don't have a bad bump in it or anything, but my
septum is deviated so my nose looks larger from my right side which I
hate, I also have really strong bones on the bridge of my nose which is
very square/wide from the front and the bones stick out unevenly! I
wanted this shaved down and smoothed, my nose straightened and the end
of my nose taken down so it all matches up.. I wasn't asking for a
button nose so I didn't think I was asking for much...
However
now it means I've got too look for other surgeries/clinics and I just
don't know where to go!! It's made me sad but im determined to get it
done within the next 5 months (its not a rush as im 100% ready, but I
obviously don't want to rush who/where I choose!) Its a special
anniversary in January next year and I'm going away to mexico:(
Any advice would be great!
my surgery! However when I went to see him yesterday I came out very
disappointed. I mean what he had said reassured me that he wasn't just
in it for the money; he suggested I get other surgeons opinions..
He looked at my nose in more depth this time and asked me what I
didn't like and wanted changing, as they do, but he kept telling me that
he liked my profile and the surgery he would do wouldn't change it? so
why would I be paying a lot of money for what I don't like not to
change? I will have to upload photos for you too see, my nose isn't the
worst from the side as I don't have a bad bump in it or anything, but my
septum is deviated so my nose looks larger from my right side which I
hate, I also have really strong bones on the bridge of my nose which is
very square/wide from the front and the bones stick out unevenly! I
wanted this shaved down and smoothed, my nose straightened and the end
of my nose taken down so it all matches up.. I wasn't asking for a
button nose so I didn't think I was asking for much...
However
now it means I've got too look for other surgeries/clinics and I just
don't know where to go!! It's made me sad but im determined to get it
done within the next 5 months (its not a rush as im 100% ready, but I
obviously don't want to rush who/where I choose!) Its a special
anniversary in January next year and I'm going away to mexico:(
Any advice would be great!
Replies (1)
September 27, 2016
Research different surgeons and go to see a few until you feel 100%.
You will find someone who understands your vision and also wants to do what's best for you
I'm so glad that you found us and decided to share your story. Here is a list of questions to ask prospective surgeons. Take your time finding a good rhinoplasty surgeon and please keep us posted on your next steps.