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25 Years Old, Female, Wanted a Rhinoplasty for a Long Time - Broken Nose - London, GB
ORIGINAL POST
I have wanted a rhinoplasty since I became aware...
marianne6252April 26, 2016
WORTH IT
I have wanted a rhinoplasty since I became aware of my nose at around 12 years old! I was bullied quite badly at school but before all the teasing I was aware that my nose was bad. I had broken it when I was 8 years old and at the time I could have had it straightened but I was too scared to go ahead with the operation and I refused. Then whilst on holiday abroad I bumped my nose again and although it was not confirmed I believe I broke it again (I was 18 at this point). I did some research on surgeons after I had completed my nursing degree and could afford the procedure. I came across Dr Lucian on here and I liked all of his results and his reviews seemed consistent so I booked my first consultation in November 2015.
First Consultation
I was so nervous but excited! My Mum and I had traveled all the way down to London which is three hours journey from where we are. My Mum has always been supportive of me having the procedure done as she knows how much my nose affects my life and dictates everything that I do. Whilst waiting to go in for the first consultation I was so worried that Dr Lucian would say it was too bad to do anything about and I remember this being one of my only thoughts. When we got in Dr Lucian was a very pleasant and welcoming man, he seemed to have a good ora about him and he was very knowledgeable about noses. He did a few simulation pictures for me (I hated having these done as I always try to avoid looking at my nose) on one picture the nose was slightly upturned and I knew I didn't really want this look, I wanted a more natural nose, so we worked together to find the right one for me and Dr Lucian emailed me both images so I could consider both options at my own leisure. I knew as soon as I left the room that he was the right surgeon for me so I managed to book the surgery for the first day of my two week holiday from work (very lucky) I also booked a second consultation.
Second consultation
I confirmed with Dr Lucian that I wanted the nose which wasn't as upturned and he went through any questions I had and I was given the opportunity to confirm the look I was going for. I felt confident in him and I knew I was in safe hands.
Morning of the surgery?
On the morning of the surgery I wasn't nervous at all!! Mum and I had gone down to London the night before to stay in a hotel near by and so I was well rested for it. I was terrified the night before that I would overlay and so I woke up super early to get there in time for 7.15. Dr Lucian came to see me before and I even had the opportunity to change my plan slightly (I will show in the pictures) he was happy for me to do this and he made me feel very relaxed with his calming presence. The nerves only started to kick in as I was on the bed down in theatre waiting to have the anesthetic, the anesthetist reassured me that everything would be okay but I was still nervous, not about having my nose done but about being put to sleep!
Waking up after surgery:
When I woke up after surgery I didn't feel like I was in much pain I just felt nauseous though I was given plenty of IV antiemetics to settle this. I was taken up to my room after a short while where the nurse came in and changed my bandage and recorded my blood pressure etc. I had some quite bad bleeding from my nose at this point but was given tranexamic acid (help with clotting) and some sorbet which stopped the bleeding. I was feeling in a bit of pain but not from my nose, more of a headache.
First Consultation
I was so nervous but excited! My Mum and I had traveled all the way down to London which is three hours journey from where we are. My Mum has always been supportive of me having the procedure done as she knows how much my nose affects my life and dictates everything that I do. Whilst waiting to go in for the first consultation I was so worried that Dr Lucian would say it was too bad to do anything about and I remember this being one of my only thoughts. When we got in Dr Lucian was a very pleasant and welcoming man, he seemed to have a good ora about him and he was very knowledgeable about noses. He did a few simulation pictures for me (I hated having these done as I always try to avoid looking at my nose) on one picture the nose was slightly upturned and I knew I didn't really want this look, I wanted a more natural nose, so we worked together to find the right one for me and Dr Lucian emailed me both images so I could consider both options at my own leisure. I knew as soon as I left the room that he was the right surgeon for me so I managed to book the surgery for the first day of my two week holiday from work (very lucky) I also booked a second consultation.
Second consultation
I confirmed with Dr Lucian that I wanted the nose which wasn't as upturned and he went through any questions I had and I was given the opportunity to confirm the look I was going for. I felt confident in him and I knew I was in safe hands.
Morning of the surgery?
On the morning of the surgery I wasn't nervous at all!! Mum and I had gone down to London the night before to stay in a hotel near by and so I was well rested for it. I was terrified the night before that I would overlay and so I woke up super early to get there in time for 7.15. Dr Lucian came to see me before and I even had the opportunity to change my plan slightly (I will show in the pictures) he was happy for me to do this and he made me feel very relaxed with his calming presence. The nerves only started to kick in as I was on the bed down in theatre waiting to have the anesthetic, the anesthetist reassured me that everything would be okay but I was still nervous, not about having my nose done but about being put to sleep!
Waking up after surgery:
When I woke up after surgery I didn't feel like I was in much pain I just felt nauseous though I was given plenty of IV antiemetics to settle this. I was taken up to my room after a short while where the nurse came in and changed my bandage and recorded my blood pressure etc. I had some quite bad bleeding from my nose at this point but was given tranexamic acid (help with clotting) and some sorbet which stopped the bleeding. I was feeling in a bit of pain but not from my nose, more of a headache.
Replies (1)
UPDATED FROM marianne6252
8 days post
Before and After pictures
marianne6252April 26, 2016
I am still really swollen but happy with my profile :)
Replies (4)
April 30, 2016
Your nose looks wider. Hopefully the swelling will hurry up and go down!
June 13, 2016
Of course it looks wider, it's swollen! Don't need to scare the girl with that kind of comment
May 1, 2016
It looks great already!! How are you feeling?
I have my surgery booked with Ion in July, super nervous now but can't wait xx
May 2, 2016
Hi, I am feeling frustrated with the swelling for my front profile but hopefully it will go down soon! This is a long journey after all and I need to be patient. I was so excited for my op :) I hope you get the results you want xox
UPDATED FROM marianne6252
14 days post
Update
marianne6252May 2, 2016
I am now 2 weeks post op! Still feeling frustrated with the swelling and my front view but as you can see the swelling is going down. I have a feeling it will be a slow process for me and much patience is needed. I will post a picture of my front when I feel a bit more confident with it. The tip of my nose is still very hard and difficult to move so I'm hoping that when this changes I will feel better.
Marianne
Marianne
Replies (17)
May 3, 2016
Hello, I am considering Dr Ian for my revision rhinoplasty.
Can I ask how much it cost?
Can I ask how much it cost?
May 4, 2016
I'm 6 weeks post op with Lucian, you'll be fine, just takes a while. Swelling still changes but it's really settling.. Don't worry!
May 5, 2016
Marianne!! How are you feeling babe?? [RS bleep]
May 8, 2016
Hey I am getting there thank you chic....slowly but surely. Still feeling a bit dizzy and having some headaches at times...I go back to work next week xo
May 8, 2016
So glad you're feeling better doll. I have had to put my consult back to the 11th July as my boyfriend has a 3 day conference in Birmingham and it one of the day's lands on my bloody consult date! I have heard his surgery dates are now September so looks like I'll have to wait until next year as I'll be back in uni in September and can't have time off then as I am on placement :( xx are the headaches you get bad? That's what worries me about getting it done, I already suffer badly with migraines and I am under a neurologist for it so don't want to make them worse :( xx
May 8, 2016
Hey looks really nice! how was the bleeding once you left the hospital and did you experience any acne? X
May 8, 2016
Hi! I had a few nose bleeds but I think that was because I was attempting to do too much too soon. My nose is a little funny at times but nothing to worry about :) My skin is so oily, I got a few spots but nothing too bad - just my pores are really visable on my nose and a few blackheads xo
May 9, 2016
Hi, your nose is starting to look lovely... how is it now? I wondered how the scarring is on the tip where the incision is made? As i am 6 days post surgery with dr ion now and im worried about the scarring i may have. Im also very swollen atm..
May 17, 2016
Hi angelface8, would love to hear how you're getting on. I have an initial consultation with Dr Ion mid-June and am planning on booking surgery with him at his earliest availability if I'm happy with the consultation. Would love to hear how your recovery is going. Thanks xx
May 17, 2016
Hi :) My swelling has gone down quite a bit over the past week or so! How are you feeling now? I barely have a scar it is just a little line...I will try to post a picture for you to see xo
May 17, 2016
Thank you... I am healing well. The scab has gone just have a reddish line atm. Nose is still very swollen either side of the bridge.. Really hope this goes. My Side profile looks a lot better than the front atm
Hi there, so glad that you found us and decided to share your personal story -- sorry to hear you were bullied at school, kids are so mean and that can really stick with you. Your results are very nice, I look forward to your updates.