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Almost 3 months postop!!!

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I'm sure some of you can empathize with the doubt...

RH4634March 1, 2013
WORTH IT$5,000

I'm sure some of you can empathize with the doubt that comes along with considering rhinoplasty. I will never forget the shock And negative feelings I began to feel around the time of 6th grade when I first noticed my nose was a little different than everyone else's! And when I made the transition from glasses to contacts, around 7-8th grade, I remember asking my friend what she thought of my nose and she told me it was kind of big but my glasses made it worse. What a horrible feeling! Since then I've been somewhat preoccupied with it! I have always deep down planned on having a rhinoplasty procedure but have never had the guts to come out and say it or put the plan into action. I have pretty much been in steady relationships and was too insecure to ever even mention it to a significant other, not even close friends. Has anyone else had this experience ? I guess by saying it out loud I am admitting there is something wrong with me, idk... But now I am single, have nothing or no one's petty opinions holding me back, so I have decided to go for it!

I have scheduled my virtual consultation with dr.shah (Chicago) I would have the surgery sooner but I have to wait until this semester of college is over because I can't miss. I've spent a great deal of time (like most of you!) online looking up doctors and browsing hundreds of before and afters buy dr shah just appeals to me! It's almost like I am compelled to choose him for my rhino! I absolutely loveee each and every one of his before/After pics, plus after seeing some of his work on here I think he is perfect!

My main problem with my nose is that I have a TERRIBLE bump. A true "Roman" nose. My nose is not too wide, and I'm not sure if my tip sticks out longer than it should or not, I can't decide. My nose is perfectly centered and straight, my bump is just terrible. I have the ugliest profile ever! I'm hoping my case will be somewhat simple since I primarily only need my bump filed down. My only concern is the tip.. It seems like a lot of doctors leave tips alone and therefore they stick out too far once bumps are filed down. So far I have been pleased with how dr shah seems to do for tips though.

I guess this is all for now, ill keep you all updated on my journey through rhinoplasty! All feedback and support is very welcome!

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sarah_tonin
March 3, 2013
You're beautiful and I can't wait to see what morphed images Dr. Shah makes for you!
RH4634
March 3, 2013
Thank you so much! I can't wait either. I am considering flying to Chicago next week if he can get me in and doing an in person consult rather than the virtual.
StrawberryRoad2
March 3, 2013
Good luck! I would not worry re the tip - Dr. Shah considers what is best for your entire face, and proportions after the necessary and desired changes are made. He most definitely won't ignore issues with any aspect of your nose including the tip even if it seems like the bridge is the obvious concern. He is very meticulous as well as caring and does only one case a day (by choice).
RH4634
March 3, 2013
Thank you for your feedback. I have only heard good things about dr. Shah so I am very excited. I plan on trusting his ideas. His after pictures are always great!
tracileigh
March 3, 2013
Welcome to the "goreous ladies who hate their less-than-gorgeous noses noses" club! This is a great support system and a great way to see what you can expect to experience if you decide to have rhinoplasty! I am am still in the strongly considering stage. I live across Lake Michigan from you - 20 miles south of Grand Rapids. I have three consults with 3 different docs coming up over the next month and a half. So, I'm still in the "before" stage like you. I look forward to following your story!
RH4634
March 4, 2013
Thank you for the compliments! You are very gorgeous as well, even if you decide against doing the surgery! However, I think the rhinoplastys will complement both of us. :) Even the few comments I've gotten have been such a great help & support. Its nice being able to talk to people in the same situation! I look forward to following your story as well!
Rayah7
March 3, 2013
I totally relate to never talking about it with anyone! I've been with my husband for 6 years and just this last December I finally told him I wanted surgery. He had no idea I felt that way! The only person I talked to about it with growing up was my little brother. Nobody else! I believe you are in a great position to get it done. It would be WAY easier for me to do if I was single and had no children! You are very beautiful and having this done will just be like the icing on the cake! Good luck girl and I hope the best for you!
RH4634
March 4, 2013
Awwww, I'm so glad I'm not the only person with this problem.. It's ridiculous if you think about it. I'm just so uncomfortable discussing it or bringing it up to anyone! I think when I have my surgery I won't tell anyone but immediate family (mother,sister,father). I may tell only one of my close friends. Hopefully it will go like a lot of people say and no one will even notice! Your pictures are very beautiful also.. I feel the same way, that your surgery would be the icing on the cake! I'm hoping after my surgery that I am 100% satisfied with how I look and finally able to be completely carefree about it, I am tired of spending time worrying about one feature, and feeling like it gets in the way of everything else about me, if that makes sense! Good luck with your consultations. :)
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catmobile
March 4, 2013
I did share my surgeries (nose, tummy, and eyelids) with my family and fiancé. They were all very supportive. I have not however shared with many friends or my fiancés family who are from out of town. I look forward to revealing the new me at my wedding on NYE this year. I am anxious to see if anyone will really notice or what they will say. The first time my brother and his wife saw me since my surgeries, they were interested in seeing my tummy results since she is going to have a mommy makeover. I had to say, "Hey, check out my face!" The results are so awesome and they both said that while the changes are subtle, it is an improved version of the old me. I had the dorsal hump removed and am very happy with the results. I look much softer and happier and I am sure you will both feel the same. Good luck with your journey!
RH4634
March 5, 2013
That's wonderful to hear! I'm definitely going for a subtle, but much softer look as well! I'm sure you'll be beautiful at your wedding- congratulations! :)
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2 months pre

Impatience is getting the best of me, so I have...

RH4634March 4, 2013
Impatience is getting the best of me, so I have decided to fly to Chicago next week during my spring break. My consultation is Thursday! Hopefully I will love dr.shah in person as much as I love his work and reviews. Wish me luck! Also, since I am worried about my tip post surgery.. I posted two after photos I made using an app, the one on the left is with a shortened tip.. The right is bridge work only. Which is better??

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Rayah7
March 5, 2013
Personally, I like the left one better on you. It looks softer than the the other one. Although it looks good both ways. :)
RH4634
March 6, 2013
I agree! The softer look is much better! I'm sure dr. Shah wouldn't totally neglect my tip anyways, i was just curious! Hopefully I get some awesome morphs done next week that I can share!! :)
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ThisIsForMe1
March 5, 2013
Wow, it is so nice to read someone's story and feel like there is someone else out there who feels the same as me!! I went through the EXACT same things growing up... It's crazy. I already chose my PS through the Internet and I fly to Miami in just 2 weeks to have my rhinoplasty procedure done! So I know what you mean when you say that this doctor "appealed to you"... I wish you the best of luck in your journey and hope all goes well!
RH4634
March 6, 2013
Wow! I just read your review & it's crazy how many similarities we had! Haha. Hope your journey goes great as well! :)
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ThisIsForMe1
March 5, 2013
Wow, it is so nice to read someone's story and feel like there is someone else out there who feels the same as me!! I went through the EXACT same things growing up... It's crazy. I already chose my PS through the Internet and I fly to Miami in just 2 weeks to have my rhinoplasty procedure done! So I know what you mean when you say that this doctor "appealed to you"... I wish you the best of luck in your journey and hope all goes well!
willie17
March 5, 2013
Before my surgery I was very uncomfortable about telling anyone I was having it done. I thought they would think I was vain and shallow, just wasting money. I wish I had done it when I was younger. You are taking a brave step towards making yourself more confident. Good for you. I am 3 weeks post op and it's looking better everyday. My attitude now is IF anyone notices, and that's a big if, I'll just tell them. It's my body and my life and it's really not a big deal. I am excited for you!
RH4634
March 6, 2013
That's definitely a good attitude to have! I think postop I will be the same way, just matter of fact about it! & it is a hard step to plan for surgery, @ a really big one too. Hopefully everything turns out great for me. I'm glad you're happy with your results! :)
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Angie_M
March 5, 2013

Thanks immensely for starting your story on RealSelf. It's going to be fun watching your transformation.

Here's a list of questions to ask Dr. Shah.

Let us know how it goes!

UPDATED FROM RH4634
5 days pre

So my surgery date is almost here. The nerves are...

RH4634May 11, 2013
So my surgery date is almost here. The nerves are definitely settling in. I will be flying in to Chicago to meet with Dr. Shah Wednesday, and then my surgery will be Thursday morning. So so soooo nervous!! I'm scared of going under the anesthesia, and waking up in a lot of pain. Even more than that though, I'm afraid of having a bad result. I really like all of Dr. Shah's after photos, and I finally feel that we're definitely on the same page regarding what I want out of this. So hopefully everything goes according to plan.

Any advice for Pre/Post op supplies/instructions?? I am open to all. :) I also put some photos back up, and will probably leave them until after the surgery.. I am a pretty private person so this makes me nervous. haha.. Let me know what you think of my nose though.. can't wait to say goodbye to it later this week!!! =)

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