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Sayonara Hana!! Kingwood, TX
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So far my journey has been great!!! My mother has...
$5,250
So far my journey has been great!!!
My mother has known and worked with Dr.Andrews for 10+ years so naturally he was the choice for my Rhinoplasty.
I scheduled my appointment for a consultation which normally costs around 150$, but was covered by my insurance.
Dr.Andrews came in, greeted myself and my mother before he began addressing my needs. He had laryngitis (I think it's spelled?) and yet was still kind and did his best to talk!!!
His assistant (God bless her soul; She is the sweetest gal ever!) took different different pictures of me before working a little magic- tweaking it here and there and BAM.
My nose was on point!!!
Well, its not that easy, but the digital photo of me was on point. The side profile made me the happiest. The frontal view was unbelievable! I couldn't believe it was me!
So I happily agreed and set up a preop visit after paying a deposit of 1300$
Then two days later I went in to LabCorp for bloodwork.
15 seconds later, it was done! :D
I then was emailed a list of medicines that I would need to avoid for two weeks.
Woot!!!
Well now today is the 12th of January, and I went in, was forced to watched a couple of videos on the risk of rhinoplasty and even take a little test. O_O
Afterwards, I signed paperwork and am scheduled Monday, January 19th, 2014 at 6:30.
I'm really excited and can't wait to have this done!!!!!
My mother has known and worked with Dr.Andrews for 10+ years so naturally he was the choice for my Rhinoplasty.
I scheduled my appointment for a consultation which normally costs around 150$, but was covered by my insurance.
Dr.Andrews came in, greeted myself and my mother before he began addressing my needs. He had laryngitis (I think it's spelled?) and yet was still kind and did his best to talk!!!
His assistant (God bless her soul; She is the sweetest gal ever!) took different different pictures of me before working a little magic- tweaking it here and there and BAM.
My nose was on point!!!
Well, its not that easy, but the digital photo of me was on point. The side profile made me the happiest. The frontal view was unbelievable! I couldn't believe it was me!
So I happily agreed and set up a preop visit after paying a deposit of 1300$
Then two days later I went in to LabCorp for bloodwork.
15 seconds later, it was done! :D
I then was emailed a list of medicines that I would need to avoid for two weeks.
Woot!!!
Well now today is the 12th of January, and I went in, was forced to watched a couple of videos on the risk of rhinoplasty and even take a little test. O_O
Afterwards, I signed paperwork and am scheduled Monday, January 19th, 2014 at 6:30.
I'm really excited and can't wait to have this done!!!!!
PrincessZelda's provider
Replies (13)
January 13, 2015
Congrats girl! I'm excited for you. You sound so positive and full of energy I know you're going to do great. I am two weeks post op now, please feel free to ask me any questions once you are through your procedure! xo
January 14, 2015
:D You are so sweet! Thank you so much! I will definitely be doing that! Is there anyway I can add you as a friend?
January 14, 2015
I don't believe there is (there should be! Great idea!) But I think it will notify me when you do updates so I'll be sure to keep up. And you can always PM me! xo
January 13, 2015
Good luck sweetie
I just know you're going to do just great. Be sure to get all you'll need set up before your surgery. And relax and take it easy during recovery.
January 14, 2015
Thank you so very much!
The best thing about being self enployed is being able to have days off for myself. And my family is so supportive!!
Just like you guys!
January 13, 2015
U mean 19th Jan 2015! Lol. Good Luck. I literally can't wait 4 mine!
January 14, 2015
Aaagghh! 2015!! Thats right!! I'm so excited, that I forgot the year I was in!
UPDATED FROM PrincessZelda
5 days pre
All 12... And my Bloodwing
January 13, 2015
7:01pm
I'm a little sad about one thing.
I have to remove all of my piercings. I will be going to my piercer Saturday to have them taken out.
I have 12.
Dermals in my hips and a belly piercing to look nice when i'm bellydancing and lip piercings as well as nose and ear piercings.
I'm only worried about the dermals.
Plus I'm having a Septoplasty as well as a Rhinoplasty. So my sinus will be in order. :)
But I was told no pets for 2 weeks.
That mean I can't be near my sisters cute Beagle who enjoys cuddling in my lap and the other being my almost 2 year old Albino Indian Ringneck, Bloodwing for two weeks too.
I'm going to miss his talking and singing. I guess that will be a bit depressing. I really want my Feather Baby.
Well, It will be worth it all.
I still have my lava lamp! :D
Also, can everyone give me healing and bruise care advice? I've never been easy to bruise but i'm having a lot done in mah boogie caves.
Aahhh.
Oh and happy Seijin no Hi!
Coming of Age day! :D It celebrates people who have just turned 20! And I happened to have just had a birthday on the 5th x3
7:01pm
I'm a little sad about one thing.
I have to remove all of my piercings. I will be going to my piercer Saturday to have them taken out.
I have 12.
Dermals in my hips and a belly piercing to look nice when i'm bellydancing and lip piercings as well as nose and ear piercings.
I'm only worried about the dermals.
Plus I'm having a Septoplasty as well as a Rhinoplasty. So my sinus will be in order. :)
But I was told no pets for 2 weeks.
That mean I can't be near my sisters cute Beagle who enjoys cuddling in my lap and the other being my almost 2 year old Albino Indian Ringneck, Bloodwing for two weeks too.
I'm going to miss his talking and singing. I guess that will be a bit depressing. I really want my Feather Baby.
Well, It will be worth it all.
I still have my lava lamp! :D
Also, can everyone give me healing and bruise care advice? I've never been easy to bruise but i'm having a lot done in mah boogie caves.
Aahhh.
Oh and happy Seijin no Hi!
Coming of Age day! :D It celebrates people who have just turned 20! And I happened to have just had a birthday on the 5th x3
Replies (8)
January 14, 2015
Hahahaha.....boogie caves. THAT is a first (but I love it). I never heard of that pet rule! I have two dogs and a cat and two firebellied toads and a blue tongued skink and a baby snapping turtle (how did this happen?!) and didn't hear that rule. Maybe they're worried they will injure you post-op?
1. A lot of bruising depends on what is done during surgery (esp if they break the bones), and your biology. Them's the breaks!
2. Arnica pills and cream are super for reducing bruising.
3. Ice Ice baby! I filled hospital gloves 1/3 with either cold water and kept them in the fridge (your face is far too tender at first to put even ice on it) or later, frozen peas and kept those in the freezer. Both were like heaven on your poor forehead and cheeks and I had really good luck with bruising going down by day three and gone by cast off!
4. DRINK ALL THE WATER AND EAT NONE OF THE SALT. This is so important.
5. Do as they say and rest a lot and sleep sitting up in a recliner. It's not so bad for the first four or five days.
xo!
January 14, 2015
p.s sorry about the piercings :( I lost my nose ring hole as a result of the op and have to wait a long time before I can get it poked again. I miss it :(
January 14, 2015
Gaaaaahh your like my Nose Sister!
My Noster! XD
And I read about salt causing it to swell! Thats so scary! That goodness i've never been a salt person. I will definitely adopt the super icing method! And the Arnica pills, are they over the counter or already prescribed to me?.:0 It seems like magic!!!
So many pets!!! I love animals!!! I think the two week rule is sorta okay. Shiloh tends to purposely smash his face into mine alot for my attention. So no cuddles for him.
Bloodwing just sits on my chest and talks none stop. Often giving "kisses" by touching his beak to my cheek and making the kiss sound.
January 14, 2015
Bloodwing sounds like an amazing little companion! The arnica (cream and pills) are available at any drugstore, over the counter. They're homeopathic! But I ordered mine on Amazon. It's hard to say if they work or not but they're worth trying. I take it anyway for inflammation in my joints!
January 15, 2015
That is pretty stellar and sounds amazing! I've added it to my list of Saturday Shopping! I'm so excited and a little paranoid.
January 15, 2015
Happy belated bday! My daughter who's 3 accidently bumped my nose countless times. I have kids and pets. I think you will feel lonely especially during recovery without them. My kids and animals were comforting to have during this time. I felt sad sime days so they cheered me up. I'm excited for you! I wish you all the best:) keep us posted plz...I almost forgot cold compress first 2 days(bag of frozen peas, bluberries, corn) I swited to warm compress water mixed with stinky vinegar. I felt like it helped my bruising.
January 16, 2015
Sigh. It cut off my comment.
I'm happy you knew about my birthday!
And i'm glad you were able to rest with your babies. I might talk to him again about my Bird atleast.
I am happy with him around and need his birdy cuddles.
And yes! Cold compresses!! They shall be my friend for the days needed!
UPDATED FROM PrincessZelda
1 day pre
Piercings
Okay, I went to my piercer today about my hip piercings and he was able to make plastic retainers for me. They certainly don't feel good, nor did they even go in as smooth as the real ones, but hey "beauty is pain", right?
As of when I post this, I will have one day separating me from my surgery.
My niece came and cleaned my room and bathroom for me. Tomorrow we will put on my hypo sheets and pillows. Everything will be stellar. I actually dreamt I had already had my surgery and was recovering normally. I even bumped my nose and felt ouchies.
Well, once I woke up, I downloaded some of my favorite movies: Silent Hill, Sucker Punch, Equalizer (2015) version, and Corpse Party. I got a ton of books and am prepared For Monday. I've wanted this since I was 12. I remember looking at my nose and thinking of a elephant's trunk. Luckily, I am Ghirahim's twin, therefore really conceded, so I am in love with my looks. But there's room for improvement.
Well, I'm tired and Zack Hemsey will be putting me to sleep tonight.
Oyasumi, minna-san.
As of when I post this, I will have one day separating me from my surgery.
My niece came and cleaned my room and bathroom for me. Tomorrow we will put on my hypo sheets and pillows. Everything will be stellar. I actually dreamt I had already had my surgery and was recovering normally. I even bumped my nose and felt ouchies.
Well, once I woke up, I downloaded some of my favorite movies: Silent Hill, Sucker Punch, Equalizer (2015) version, and Corpse Party. I got a ton of books and am prepared For Monday. I've wanted this since I was 12. I remember looking at my nose and thinking of a elephant's trunk. Luckily, I am Ghirahim's twin, therefore really conceded, so I am in love with my looks. But there's room for improvement.
Well, I'm tired and Zack Hemsey will be putting me to sleep tonight.
Oyasumi, minna-san.
Replies (11)
January 18, 2015
You are the cutest! I am so glad we get to join in your journey with you. You clearly have a great support system and are mentally geared up for the surgery!
January 18, 2015
Yeeeepp!
I am aalll ready! :) I'm following your journey now too! :D
I hope you're healing well and comfortable!
I'm so excited!
Unfortunately I couldn't get my antibiotics to take today and i'm worried that it might cause trouble.
Do you think it will cause problemos with my el surgery?? D:
January 19, 2015
I didn't start taking mine until the day after surgery (because I had a bad reaction to the anesthesia and couldn't keep anything down until then). But no worries! They actually give you a dose of antibiotics right before you go into surgery as a matter of protocol, so you should be fine until 12-24 hours until after "cut time"
January 19, 2015
Hooray! I wasn't nervous, either. It's just like...surreal! Get it done already haha. I'm going to PM you so we can share some links that I think will be really helpful to you after your cast comes off!
Soooo exciting and your hair is fierce! Please keep us updated!