POSTED UNDER Rhinoplasty REVIEWS
Desperately Want Rhinoplasty and Chin Reduction - Grand Rapids, MI
ORIGINAL POST
I have hated my nose and chin for as long as I can...
fozzymama13October 4, 2013
$6,000
I have hated my nose and chin for as long as I can remember! I was in denial for the longest time that I had a big nose and chin but as I'm getting older both my nose and chin seem to be getting even more prominent! It used to be that I only hated these features in pictures, but in the last few years I've really begun to see in the mirror what the camera has been telling me all along. There was a period in my life where I felt great... I was complicated frequently and despite my less-than-tiny features I still felt pretty! Now I feel just downright ugly! I don't like meeting people or running into people I used to know because I feel as though they will say to themselves "wow, she got ugly!". I think about my ugliness constantly! Even when I wake up in the middle of the night it pops into my head! I'm a new mother to the sweetest almost 5 month old boy who is my whole world! And when he looks up at me with his adorable little face and those beautiful eyes... as much as I LOVE it when he does... I can't help but wonder if thinks I'm ugly. Horrible thing to think, I know... I hope not to be judged here, but it happens. I feel bad for my husband at times as I wish I were prettier for him. Especially knowing how pretty his ex-wife is! Ouch!! I am hard-pressed to find a doctor who is experienced with chin reductions, especially in my area! (Grand Rapids, MI area). Despite my deep insecurities I do have a good outlook on life! I love greatly and enjoy the simple things! My husband and I have lots of fun just living life... yet underneath it all I am plagued with this embarrassment and hatred of my face. I feel manly! I just want to feel more feminine and pretty and get rid of this feeling I live with! Financially it is not the right time yet, which is a little depressing, but I will find a way someday! At least for rhinoplasty... that is first priority... chin reduction comes second. I will put photos up eventually, though it will take some courage! Haha. Any chin reduction experiences out there would be great to hear! Any Dr's in the area who have experience in this area would be great to hear from as well!
Replies (45)
October 5, 2013
Your chin looks fine and you have amazing eyes. :) I think if you were to only fix your nose, but do so at an angle that it is in sync with your chin, you wouldn't even have to worry about 2 procedures? I also have a long chin. :) Who knows, my mind may change once the healing is all over with!
Good luck!
October 5, 2013
Thank you for the compliment! I think a new nose would make a world of difference for me and maybe I can live with the chin! Good luck to you in your healing!
October 6, 2013
You have a magnificent jawline. I was a model when I was a teen and early 20s and I know what I'm talking about. Your jaw and chin are really magnificent. If you want to have the tip of your nose redone, I can see that, but leave your chin alone.
October 5, 2013
I tottally understand u becuz I had ur problem. I just had nose surgery and chin reduction (v-line) in south korea and im 4 days post op. I hope all goes well. surgery was tough but hopefully all worth it in the end. check out plastic surgery in south korea they are cheaper than US and they'll make u look like a doll!
October 5, 2013
I don't know if south korea is feasible for me, but thanks for the info and happy healing! :)
October 5, 2013
Your husband loves YOU and you are beautiful in his eyes. My husband fought my facelift tooth and nail--threatened me with a divorce if I did it, said he wouldn't pay for it (not that I care, I can pay for it and did) but don't ever think you need to do something for ANYONE BUT YOURSELF. On the morning of my surgery my husband fired his final salvo on the way to the surgery telling me that he would divorce me if I looked weird coming out of it. I got a beautiful job and he's OK with it now, but the point is I DID IT FOR ME. I had always known I'd have a face lift when the time came and through all the arguing about it with DH I was willing to let him divorce me because it was something I wanted to do for me and no matter what, I was going to follow through with it. I told my husband that I wasn't looking for a husband when I found him and that if he wanted to divorce me for wanting to be the best I can be and look beautiful, then go hire a lawyer and I'd see him in court. He backed down and I carried the day but my having surgery was the cause of really the only major issue we've ever had in our marriage. He told me I was the most beautiful woman in the world to him and didn't need surgery and he meant it. Do it for you if it's what YOU want. NO ONE ELSE. Your baby will love you if you looked like a gargoyle--you're Mom.
October 5, 2013
jeez he would divorce u for doing something for urself?? why r u even still with him?
October 5, 2013
He is over it now. Men are terribly insecure and he really thought I was beautiful before the surgery. He was afraid I'd look like Jocelyn Wilders or Joan Rivers or any number of badly botched jobs.
October 5, 2013
Also, over all the years we have been married this was the only real fight we've ever had. We get along.
October 5, 2013
Thank you for sharing your experience.It would absolutely be for me! My husband is too sweet to say I need to alter anything... he loves me the way I am. But I want some improvements!
October 6, 2013
If you do this, do it for you. Personally I'd leave your chin alone, it looks fine. I almost had a chin implant done but I was afraid it would be too drastic of a change and I like my looks although my overbite makes my chin look too small.
October 6, 2013
I agree don't touch the chin!!! Having a nice defined chin line really enhances the overall fave and creates a good balance. A weak chin generally makes the neck and face blend together too much and will not look nice!
October 5, 2013
I think you are beautiful and the only thing that stands out when I look at you are your gorgeous eyes and flawless skin!!!! Althgough if fixing those things will make you happy then gooo for it!!
October 5, 2013
Thank you so much! I appreciate that! I do feel like some improvements could be made however... thanks for the kind words!
October 5, 2013
Please do not do either operation. You are beautiful and unique and will only regret it. I think there are a lot of people who woul love to have your chin. It is very defined! As for your nose, mine was very similar to yours and I had rhinoplasty 5 months ago amd only regret it. My uniqueness is gone and I feel like a different person. I have spent endless hours crying and worrying. My results are not bad, but just not ideal. It throws off my entire face. Please learn from me and DO NOT do it! Again, you are unique and beautiful;)
October 5, 2013
Thank you for sharing your experience with me. I am sorry to hear of your regrets. It is definitely something I will think long and hard about but I appreciate your kind words!
October 5, 2013
Hello again.... I also want to add that I also believed a smaller nose would make everything bettter..... Well I got a smaller nose and now it completely makes everything else unproportioned. I seriously only wish I had listened to everyone who told me I didn't need to do anything...... This has been the biggest regret of my life. I am not trying to sound as if you need it, but seeing a professional (therapist) about the way you feel may help you. I certainly wish I would have spent money on that versus an operation.
Replies (0)