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Male - Septo / Rhinoplasty - Gothenburg, Sweden
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I've always had a large nose. Growing up I kept...
sean99April 23, 2015
$5,000
I've always had a large nose. Growing up I kept hearing that I would 'grow into my nose'. I don't know what that meant, but what I ended up with is a nose with a really high radix, a hump, and a large tip.
I went in for a consultation some 15 years ago with a plastic surgeon here in Gothenburg, Sweden. The surgeon told me he couldn't lower the radix, and that he would only remove the hump. He showed me a simulation of this, which I wasn't happy with at all.
In addition to my large nose, I've always had trouble breathing, and have seen several doctors for this, to no avail. This past fall when I was recommended to go se Dr. Westin for my breathing issues. Not only did he identify the issues causing my breathing problems, he also recommended rhinoplasty to change the look of my nose - lowering the radix, removing the hump, refining the tip, a narrower nose altogether.
Dr Westin doesn't do Photoshop simulations. Instead he asked me what I wanted and told me what was possible or not. My being a graphic designer, I brought my own Photoshop simulations to show him.
We agreed on a look and feel (obviously as a goal, not a guarantee), and set a date for the surgery. Everything went smoothly, except I became nauseous due to the anaesthesia. I threw up several times after the operation, but felt better after a nap and a couple of sandwiches.
I am now 3 days post op.
I went in for a consultation some 15 years ago with a plastic surgeon here in Gothenburg, Sweden. The surgeon told me he couldn't lower the radix, and that he would only remove the hump. He showed me a simulation of this, which I wasn't happy with at all.
In addition to my large nose, I've always had trouble breathing, and have seen several doctors for this, to no avail. This past fall when I was recommended to go se Dr. Westin for my breathing issues. Not only did he identify the issues causing my breathing problems, he also recommended rhinoplasty to change the look of my nose - lowering the radix, removing the hump, refining the tip, a narrower nose altogether.
Dr Westin doesn't do Photoshop simulations. Instead he asked me what I wanted and told me what was possible or not. My being a graphic designer, I brought my own Photoshop simulations to show him.
We agreed on a look and feel (obviously as a goal, not a guarantee), and set a date for the surgery. Everything went smoothly, except I became nauseous due to the anaesthesia. I threw up several times after the operation, but felt better after a nap and a couple of sandwiches.
I am now 3 days post op.
UPDATED FROM sean99
4 days post
Day 4. Still swollen.
sean99April 24, 2015
I'm still very swollen all around. In fact, I got some swelling around my jaw line, which I find odd. My eyes are less swollen, and the bruising is going away steadily. I'm having the cast and tubes removed in 3 days. I can't wait! My doctor has been pretty upfront with me about the swelling, so I'm prepared.
These days I'm up and moving about, playing with the my kids and helping my fiancee with the daily stuff.
As for meds, I'm taking
- 3 x 50mg /day Diclofenac Kalcium (Voltaren) for the pain
- 3 x 750mg /day Flukloxacillin (Heracillin) antibiotics
My doctor also prescribed some stronger kodein-based meds for when I need it, which I take at nights to be able to sleep through the night.
These days I'm up and moving about, playing with the my kids and helping my fiancee with the daily stuff.
As for meds, I'm taking
- 3 x 50mg /day Diclofenac Kalcium (Voltaren) for the pain
- 3 x 750mg /day Flukloxacillin (Heracillin) antibiotics
My doctor also prescribed some stronger kodein-based meds for when I need it, which I take at nights to be able to sleep through the night.
Replies (8)
November 27, 2016
I dont see many difference... You didnt need this
November 27, 2016
I mean like I understand why someone go for rhinoplasty.... But your nose was perfect
November 27, 2016
Thanks. We all have different tastes and preferences, right? I am happier with my nose now than before my surgeries. That's what it's all about. Rhinoplasty isn't for everyone. But some of us can benefit from it.
November 27, 2016
That is true. After looking again to the pictures to be honest I definately see difference. But in my opinion your nose wasnt that bad: - ) Are you from origin From Turkey?
November 27, 2016
I'm from Iran. Honestly, the point of all this (my review) is to show readers how difficult it can be to have good results from rhinoplasty. Some get the result they need a couple weeks after their first surgery, others need several surgeries as well as other treatments to get satisfactory results.
November 27, 2016
I understand your point: - ) I am also planning for rhinoplasty.. And all those stories will really help me thank you. Iran that interesting may I ask you why you didnt go to Iran? I have heard its the best there in the world!
UPDATED FROM sean99
6 days post
Last day before cast is coming off
sean99April 26, 2015
The cast and the tubes are being removed tomorrow, finally. I feel incredibly congested even after flushing the tubes with saline solution.
The bruising around the eyes is almost gone. I know I used to have a big nose before surgery, but with the swelling my new nose is even bigger than before. As part of my surgery, my PS strengthened my alar cartilages, which increases the swelling.
The bruising around the eyes is almost gone. I know I used to have a big nose before surgery, but with the swelling my new nose is even bigger than before. As part of my surgery, my PS strengthened my alar cartilages, which increases the swelling.
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