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Hi, I'm 26 years old and just got a rhinoplasty +...
XolFebruary 26, 2015
WORTH IT$2,800
Hi, I'm 26 years old and just got a rhinoplasty + mentoplasty procedure done 8 days ago on feb 17, 2015. I had been struggling for years with wether or not to go through with the surgery. I would have phases where I would feel acceptance as to the appearance of my nose, and then I would have times where I would feel like my confidence was lacking because I felt self conscious about the appearance of my nose. Hated to be photographed by others, because of my "bad angles". I had a hump in my nose, a boulbus tip that drooped, and was accentuated whenever I smiled. I felt that I was a pretty girl, but my nose was out of balance with the rest of my face.
After extensive research about the procedure and even more research about possible Surgeons, I picked Dr. Enrique Andrade in Guadalajara, Mx. He is an ENT, trained in facial plastic surgery in Columbian and the USA. He has more than 20 years of experience performing rhinoplasties and he advocates for natural results, something that was extremely important for me. I did not want a nose that looked "operated" on. His background and his before and after pictures, made him the obvious choice for me.
During our consultation he suggested a small chin implant to better harmonize and balance the look of my profile, as I had a small chin. This is something that I had considered in the past, but he was able to confirm that I was indeed a good candidate for that procedure. He always answered all my questions and concerns in a professional and timely matter.
Day of surgery: I had surgery schedules at 8:00 am. He performed my surgery with local anesthetic+sedation, and I was on my way back to my hotel by 12:30pm. Had very little to no pain, and no dressings put inside of my nose, so I was able to breathe out of it no problem right after surgery.
Days 1-8: had very bad swelling and bruising all over my face starting day 2, and peaking at around day 3-4 I started seeing some improvements days 4-5 and have been seeing steady improvements ever since.
Now: I'm currently 8 days post-op and I absolutely love my new nose. It has met and exceeded all my expectations. I might have shed a tear when he took my cast off on day 6. My swelling has come down substantially around my face and now I look semi normal, I still have some dark bruising that is slowly getting better under my eyes, eyelids, and under my chin. I'm just hoping the bruising resolves before my first day back to work on March 5th. Wish me luck!
After extensive research about the procedure and even more research about possible Surgeons, I picked Dr. Enrique Andrade in Guadalajara, Mx. He is an ENT, trained in facial plastic surgery in Columbian and the USA. He has more than 20 years of experience performing rhinoplasties and he advocates for natural results, something that was extremely important for me. I did not want a nose that looked "operated" on. His background and his before and after pictures, made him the obvious choice for me.
During our consultation he suggested a small chin implant to better harmonize and balance the look of my profile, as I had a small chin. This is something that I had considered in the past, but he was able to confirm that I was indeed a good candidate for that procedure. He always answered all my questions and concerns in a professional and timely matter.
Day of surgery: I had surgery schedules at 8:00 am. He performed my surgery with local anesthetic+sedation, and I was on my way back to my hotel by 12:30pm. Had very little to no pain, and no dressings put inside of my nose, so I was able to breathe out of it no problem right after surgery.
Days 1-8: had very bad swelling and bruising all over my face starting day 2, and peaking at around day 3-4 I started seeing some improvements days 4-5 and have been seeing steady improvements ever since.
Now: I'm currently 8 days post-op and I absolutely love my new nose. It has met and exceeded all my expectations. I might have shed a tear when he took my cast off on day 6. My swelling has come down substantially around my face and now I look semi normal, I still have some dark bruising that is slowly getting better under my eyes, eyelids, and under my chin. I'm just hoping the bruising resolves before my first day back to work on March 5th. Wish me luck!
UPDATED FROM Xol
10 days post
On the Road to Recovery
XolFebruary 27, 2015
My recovery process does far. Days 1-9
And a short video of my nose/chin right before I went in to surgery.
And a short video of my nose/chin right before I went in to surgery.
UPDATED FROM Xol
11 days post
Before and Day 10 Post-op Pics
XolFebruary 28, 2015
Day 10 Post-op
Last night, I went out with my hubby without my tape!!! It's nice to feel like a human again.
As of 10days post op, I still have lots of very visible bruising under my eyes right on my cheek bones, eyelids, and chin. I think that I didnt quite mentally prepare myself for the bruising to potentially stick around for a while. I thought that I would be bruise free, and ready to be reintroduced to society after my cast came off on day 6-7. After all, I did everything right, or so I thought. Took Arnica and Bromelain pills religiously, applied Arnica gel and iced regularly. For sure I would be pristine by then. Lol. Well that obviously didn't happen, but it's okay, I'm okay with it now. We all heal at different speeds. And it will all be worth it at the end. What's a little bruising for another week or maybe 2, when you get to have the nose you always wanted. ??????
P.S. Thank God for Dermablend quick fix concealer, seriously awesome at covering any post surgical bruising. ????????????
As of last night (Day 10) my nose feels a bit stiff at the tip, and the swelling is utterly unpredictable, but even at its worst, I'm completely in love with it.
My chin implant has healed very well, i have very minor swelling and bruising now. Love the size, it's so subtle ( I was scared that it would look to big) , and it complements my nose beautifully.
Overall, I love that my procedures have only enhanced my appearance and not altered it.
I love that I still feel like ME when I look in the mirror.
Last night, I went out with my hubby without my tape!!! It's nice to feel like a human again.
As of 10days post op, I still have lots of very visible bruising under my eyes right on my cheek bones, eyelids, and chin. I think that I didnt quite mentally prepare myself for the bruising to potentially stick around for a while. I thought that I would be bruise free, and ready to be reintroduced to society after my cast came off on day 6-7. After all, I did everything right, or so I thought. Took Arnica and Bromelain pills religiously, applied Arnica gel and iced regularly. For sure I would be pristine by then. Lol. Well that obviously didn't happen, but it's okay, I'm okay with it now. We all heal at different speeds. And it will all be worth it at the end. What's a little bruising for another week or maybe 2, when you get to have the nose you always wanted. ??????
P.S. Thank God for Dermablend quick fix concealer, seriously awesome at covering any post surgical bruising. ????????????
As of last night (Day 10) my nose feels a bit stiff at the tip, and the swelling is utterly unpredictable, but even at its worst, I'm completely in love with it.
My chin implant has healed very well, i have very minor swelling and bruising now. Love the size, it's so subtle ( I was scared that it would look to big) , and it complements my nose beautifully.
Overall, I love that my procedures have only enhanced my appearance and not altered it.
I love that I still feel like ME when I look in the mirror.
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How did your first day back go? Thank you for sharing your experience here on RealSelf! Your results look beautiful!