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Love my New Profile, but Not Wild for the Asymmetrical Nostrils -Chicago, IL

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I had open-rhinoplasty with Dr. Shah on 11/14/13....

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I had open-rhinoplasty with Dr. Shah on 11/14/13. My overall experience and recovery went smoothly. It was uncomfortable learning to sleep with my mouth opened, so I would recommend Zzz-quil. I live how my new profile looks, but I dislike that my nostrils look asymmetrical. The doctor said to wait until the swelling goes down before he can do any touch-ups.

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December 1, 2013
I don't see the asymmetry! I am sure it will get better in a few months
December 1, 2013
I love your beautiful new slope. Your nose is beautiful! No asymmetry noticed :)
December 2, 2013
pls post more pics of yourself, esp sideways, to allow better judge your columella reduction. Also, i think its too early to judge the asymmetry of your nostrils. From my experience the swelling would come down anytime between 3 weeks and 3 months and varies from patient to patient. If u r unhappy with the nostrils, maybe u have to go for a revision. I find round shaped nostrils in females sexy.
December 2, 2013
Also, the nasal sidewall seems to be at an upward angle towards your nasal tip, so this is giving out your nostrils more than required.
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December 2, 2013

Thank you for sharing on RealSelf. You're a beauty! I see no asymmetry either.

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28 days post

4 weeks post opt Still swollen

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It's been 4 weeks since my open rhinoplasty and I can see some progress. I want to apologize for my blackhead. At the 3 week mark I was able to sleep breathing through my nose. The nose is still tended to touch. Swelling has gone down.

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28 days post

Pictures for 4 week post-opt

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December 13, 2013
Love your nose!! Is the first consultation free?
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December 13, 2013
Your nose looks great!
December 13, 2013
Hey there. Great results I to have some difference in nostrils my surgery was 11/21. The doc said I still have allot of swelling keeping fingers crossed. :)
December 13, 2013
I think your nose looks absolutely perfect, and I definitely don't notice any difference in the nostrils. Nice!
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October 31, 2017
Did your nostrils even out?