Revision Rhinoplasty to Fix the Tip. - Geneva, Switzerland

Hey beautiful people !

So it's been over 2 months since my revision, time does really fly by. I think (and I've been told) my nose is slowly but surely getting smaller and more defined; it's still very early for a definitive result though.

There is a small asymmetry between my nostrils - one a bit lower than the other - but my surgeon mentioned he had to put different amounts of cartilage on each side in order to try to fix the original asymmetry. Hopefully it's just a matter of asymmetric swelling. But again, I'm aware my nose was NOT an easy fix, so I'm really trying not to be my own worst critic - easier said than done. The tip is obviously still pretty numb and hard to the touch, which is to be expected for a while :).

That being said, my nose does look a lot better, and it's probably time to let go of that "ideal" small perfect nose I had in mind for so long. This is MY nose, and it's definitely pretty cool, time to move past it, :).

I also wanted to thank you guys for the amazing feedback; having this community around helped a LOT and though the idea of exposing myself like that was pretty scary, I'm glad I did ! Although I'm not that active on this website, know that I support all of you in your decisions, surgeries and whatnot; be happy & healthy ?.

I'll make sure to add some pictures in a few months, take care !


xx

Hey guys,

It's been 3 weeks since the surgery, and I've recovered completely - or almost. Still a bit tired sometimes, but overall I'm good. Now, to the important thing you guys are waiting for: NOSE UPDATE

Well, it's definitely better than before - see pictures attached. As I told you in the last update, it was very tricky to fix my nose after the previous surgeon's "work", and Dr. Beldi told me he did the best he could with what he was given.

I'm still me, and I think I'm a bit relieved the change wasn't to drastic ! Of course, there's still swelling, but I was surprised I could go into the world without people even noticing the recent surgery; that's how good the nose already looks.

There is a slight asymmetry between my nostrils, I don't know if it will fade, but again, I'm trying to be as understanding as possible considering the mess my previous surgeon made. I'll make sure to update you guys in a few months.

& if there is a lesson to be learned here: never rush when it comes to those things ! I'd give anything to go back in time and slap myself in the face; lots of money, tears and frustration wasted because of my impatience and my reckless decision.

For now, let's be positive ! Hopefully my nose will only get better as the swelling goes down (it's already pretty damn cool !) and it's the first step towards that self acceptance and confidence I've been working so hard to gain.

Take care, you beautiful people !

xx

So, on Monday I had my surgery; it took longer than expected (4 hours) so recovery is pretty hard. I have to admit after waking up in quite some pain and a shitty general state I was really questioning the decision to put myself through this again. I'm a little bit better now, so there's that !

Apparently, the previous surgeon did an even worse job than we thought; lots of cartilage was missing so my surgeon had to take some from my ear, and also use fascia graft on the bridge. I'm obviously still extremely swollen, & still have a cast on.

I'm still very drowsy, but I'm trying my best to stay as active as possible; don't wanna risk another thrombosis. I'll make sure to update you guys with pictures as soon as the cast comes off.