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Can't believe I did it!

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So glad I found this community for advice and...

Mackattack54July 19, 2014
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So glad I found this community for advice and support! I am deciding whether or not it's time to finally get this done. I broke my nose when I was about 11, and have hated my profile ever since. I've been lucky to be a confident person aside from my nose, but I am having some breathing problems.

Also, I'm getting married in April and I can't imagine spending all day avoiding "bad angles". Haha I know you all know what I mean! So I have a consultation set up for early next month and I keep going back and forth on whether or not to do it.

My main concerns are: I don't want a nose that doesn't fit my face and regret getting it done. Also, I'm concerned about people's reactions to it! I am a pretty private person and I don't want to have to do a lot of explaining.

I uploaded some photos and would appreciate any advice I can get from those who have been through the process already! Thank you!!

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Jeffrey R. Raval, MD, FACS, MBA

Jeffrey R. Raval, MD, FACS, MBA

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kpeton
July 19, 2014
Don't worry yourself about what others will think or say. Its not about them. I spent exactly one day stressed about that andcit was a wasted day. Its your life not theirs :)
Mackattack54
July 19, 2014
Good point :) I appreciate your advice!! I'm leaning towards doing it. Are you so glad you did? Any regrets?
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kpeton
July 22, 2014
No regrets!!! Do glad I did it! I still can't believe I actually did it. It was just a far off impossible dream forever.
Margaret000
July 19, 2014
My rhinoplasty is September. Don't worry about what others think but my opinion is definitely stay natural-looking. I've been admiring different model noses but then I realized that all their features are so different from mine and that type of nose just wouldn't be appropriate for my face. So you are exactly on the right page when you say that you don't want a nose that doesn't fit your face. I think that is so important for the proportion and angle to be in sync with other facial features. Best luck! I look forward to reading more about your story. :)
Mackattack54
July 19, 2014
That's sooo true! I think it will be important to get a doctor who can help me best find a way to fit my face and angles to make if natural and beautiful! I just read your posts too, you'll have to let me know how it goes in September and I will be following you! You are gorgeous, I'm sure it will go well!
Margaret000
July 20, 2014
Thx dear!
Mackattack54
September 8, 2014
Sorry to hear you had to postpone your surgery date :( Keep in touch if you have any questions as I will be moving forward with mine a month from now!
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Angie_M
July 20, 2014
I would schedule more than one consultation. Try to visit at least three board certified plastic surgeons with elite credentials who've done many, many rhinoplasties.

Check out this list of tips I put together. Finding the right doctor is crucial!

Please keep us posted on your journey and congrats on your upcoming marriage!
Mackattack54
September 8, 2014
Thank you for the list of tips! I met with three board certified plastic surgeons, and I found the right doctor for me!
ekelly
November 6, 2014
nice....
UPDATED FROM Mackattack54
3 months pre

Simulated pictures

Mackattack54July 21, 2014
Played with a simulation app to try to see what I would want- definitely something subtle!

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UPDATED FROM Mackattack54
3 months pre

More simulated pictures :)

Mackattack54July 22, 2014
Let me know what you think!

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Claireslovebug
July 23, 2014
I agree with the other posts on doing your research on the docotrs. I researched many and made multiple consultations. I ended up choosing the one that specialized in rhinoplasty's and he had lots of awards and was considered a top doctor in the area. His website was kept up to date and he had lots of before and after pics. Your wedding will be amazing, but I know how you feel. I dislike viewing pictures of me where I don't actually know am being photographed or video taped. It has to be something you want and like others mentioned dont' worry what others think or say. Plastic Surgery is a touchy topic, not everyone understands. I wish you luck and a happy wedding day to come. Regardless you are beautiful!
Mackattack54
July 26, 2014
Thank you so much, I really appreciate your advice! I will definitely do my research and make sure I feel comfortable before moving forward. Thanks for your support!
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