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Rib Graft Revision Rhinoplasty
UPDATED FROM Nugi
2 years post
3 years post rib graft
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WORTH IT
I have added recent photos of myself. If you look closely my right nostril has damage showing from the infection and the scar where the open surgery was performed never healed smoothly. It’s protruding noticeable when you look up.
Can I live with it ? sure! It is 10 times better than what I had before. Would I like to repair it? Of course but I’m running a high risk of having an infection again because of my immune system and my low WBC counts. I’m also not good at stretching the skin. I don’t have the time nor the patience to do it hahaha.
All in all I’m happy and like my visuals.
It took me 3 years to stretch the anterior chain, as a yogi it was crucially painful to get the front to open up after the rib graft. I’m finally now getting to be able to stretch without pain (backbends, forearm stands ,handstands etc…)
I want to wish all of you ,who followed me , good luck in your decision, good surgery and great result! XOXO.
Can I live with it ? sure! It is 10 times better than what I had before. Would I like to repair it? Of course but I’m running a high risk of having an infection again because of my immune system and my low WBC counts. I’m also not good at stretching the skin. I don’t have the time nor the patience to do it hahaha.
All in all I’m happy and like my visuals.
It took me 3 years to stretch the anterior chain, as a yogi it was crucially painful to get the front to open up after the rib graft. I’m finally now getting to be able to stretch without pain (backbends, forearm stands ,handstands etc…)
I want to wish all of you ,who followed me , good luck in your decision, good surgery and great result! XOXO.
UPDATED FROM Nugi
2 years post
2 years post rib graft
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Hello all,
Im now 2 years post rib graft.
Life is back to normal, Im back flying and practicing yoga. The rib graft site still a bit stiff but nothing I cant handle.
The past two years have been an uphill bsttle with my immune system. For those of you who dont remember, I had an infection 2 weeks after rib graft. I was put on Dr. Davis strict protocol of 6 weeks antibiotics administered via PICC line . NOT FUN! I came out of it tired , weak and worried.
Fast forward 8 months and I ended up with shingles on my left eye. This was a result of the stress my body endured.
Im now strengthening my body. The infection left my nose with a deformity at the scar area. My scar never healed properly because that part of the graft was dissolved by the infection. This is nobody’s fault.
Dr. Davis offered and pleaded with me to repair it but I refused.
I refused because Im not willing at this point to risk it with another infection.
I have to point out that my infection is the result of genetically low count of WBC. I mean extremely low. We went into surgery knowing that.
Personally Im very happy with how I look. Can it be improved - sure! But at what cost (and Im not talking money here).
I have attached pictures of myself from the past 2 months. I will be turning 51 in 2 months so be kind to me Hahaha wink !
Im now 2 years post rib graft.
Life is back to normal, Im back flying and practicing yoga. The rib graft site still a bit stiff but nothing I cant handle.
The past two years have been an uphill bsttle with my immune system. For those of you who dont remember, I had an infection 2 weeks after rib graft. I was put on Dr. Davis strict protocol of 6 weeks antibiotics administered via PICC line . NOT FUN! I came out of it tired , weak and worried.
Fast forward 8 months and I ended up with shingles on my left eye. This was a result of the stress my body endured.
Im now strengthening my body. The infection left my nose with a deformity at the scar area. My scar never healed properly because that part of the graft was dissolved by the infection. This is nobody’s fault.
Dr. Davis offered and pleaded with me to repair it but I refused.
I refused because Im not willing at this point to risk it with another infection.
I have to point out that my infection is the result of genetically low count of WBC. I mean extremely low. We went into surgery knowing that.
Personally Im very happy with how I look. Can it be improved - sure! But at what cost (and Im not talking money here).
I have attached pictures of myself from the past 2 months. I will be turning 51 in 2 months so be kind to me Hahaha wink !
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You look wonderful (and way younger than 51 - that must have been a typo)!
It's good to hear that your repair worked out long-term despite the initial difficulties with infection and shingles.
Thank you for sharing!
It's good to hear that your repair worked out long-term despite the initial difficulties with infection and shingles.
Thank you for sharing!
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Thank you!
You look amazing and no where near 51. Thank you for sharing your story!
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Thank you!
You look amazing! I can’t believe the improvement from one month to one year post op. I’m currently two months from my own rib graft revision rhinoplasty but thankfully my rib came from a cadaver rather than being autologous.
UPDATED FROM Nugi
1 year post
One year update
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Its been one year!!!! I cant believe it. My health took a beating for sure but its all good.
Let see I had surgery, picc line, shingles but I survived!!!!! Hahahahaha.
Im back to work as an international flight attendant and been to Asia numerous times.
The first flight was scary, I didnt know what to expect. I carried WAY too much saline solution . I was fine, nose was fine. No swelling no issues. I could breath and my nose didnt drip like a faucet as it used to do for 30 years. Im HAPPY!!!!!!
Happy I did the surgery
Happy I conquered my fear
Happy my nose is functioning
Happy the swelling came down
The only thing I noticed is wearing glasses leaves a mark so I try to massage my nose. I also massage the columella to release the adhesion.
And NO Im not a paid reviewer by the Dr. or any one else!!! Im a real person who did the surgery and chose Dr. Davis as my doctor.
If you dont believe me connect with me, but dont comment that Im paid or an employee of the doctor cause I AM NOT. Im however an international flight attendant in Canada , a real estate agent in the state of Florida and a yogi.
Yes Im happy I chose doctor Davis, My experience with him was and still is a positive one.
I have attached some pictures that I just took, sorry Im not good at taking photos but I know many of you asked for an update report so I tried my best.
Let see I had surgery, picc line, shingles but I survived!!!!! Hahahahaha.
Im back to work as an international flight attendant and been to Asia numerous times.
The first flight was scary, I didnt know what to expect. I carried WAY too much saline solution . I was fine, nose was fine. No swelling no issues. I could breath and my nose didnt drip like a faucet as it used to do for 30 years. Im HAPPY!!!!!!
Happy I did the surgery
Happy I conquered my fear
Happy my nose is functioning
Happy the swelling came down
The only thing I noticed is wearing glasses leaves a mark so I try to massage my nose. I also massage the columella to release the adhesion.
And NO Im not a paid reviewer by the Dr. or any one else!!! Im a real person who did the surgery and chose Dr. Davis as my doctor.
If you dont believe me connect with me, but dont comment that Im paid or an employee of the doctor cause I AM NOT. Im however an international flight attendant in Canada , a real estate agent in the state of Florida and a yogi.
Yes Im happy I chose doctor Davis, My experience with him was and still is a positive one.
I have attached some pictures that I just took, sorry Im not good at taking photos but I know many of you asked for an update report so I tried my best.
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So happy for you; you look truly beautiful. It is such a relief to finally find peace :)
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Thank you!
I am so happy for you!! I followed your story beginning to now. Beautiful results. You give some of us hope
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Thank you!
So happy for you my friend. You looked beautiful at 2 months and your swelling has gone down really evenly and appropriately after 1 year. You give us all a lot of strength. The other great thing you did for us is that you have shown us how fast a year can go! It seems like just yesterday I was talking you through that picc line!!!! It was definitely worth it and you helped make us feel that this is doable. Grazie Bella
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Thank you!!! XOXO
Thank you so much for posting! I think about you often and wonder how you are doing. I have very similar issues as you had, so it's great to see a positive result!
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Thank you !
WOW, looks amazing!
It is interesting how long it takes for the nose to settle into its final shape which only goes to show that we have to be patient for the final results, not judge the minute the cast comes off.
It is interesting how long it takes for the nose to settle into its final shape which only goes to show that we have to be patient for the final results, not judge the minute the cast comes off.
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Exactly! 2 years to see all the changes.
Your nose looks amazing! I'm considering Davis for revision so thanks for sharing. Regarding your rib graft, how does it feel in your nose? Does it feel unnatural due to the firmness of it? Also, seeing as lead an active lifestyle, have you noticed any negative long-term side effects from having your rib removed? Thanks!
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My nose is hard obviously , but I can live with that. I still have discomfort at the donor area but nothing I cant deal with. The only thing that took a nose dive was my immune system and with it my health. Due to low white blood cell count I have a hard time getting stronger and healthier. The antibiotics did me in. Hopefully with rest, fitness and proper nutrition I can get stronger again.
Thanks Nugi. If you could do it all over again, would you still choose Dr. Davis?
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Yes!!!!
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I might have to go for a rhinoplasty with rib graft after a botched septoplasty done by a very unprofessional surgeon. I am concerned about the pain on the ribs. After this 3 years, does it feel normal? I am worried that after they take the grafts from the ribs my body won't feel the same again and I'll have some chronic pain in that area. Besides that, I think the rib cartilage is the strongest one and best for what I need.
Thank you so much again for sharing your experience
I have to say aerial yoga finally got the muscle to stretch. I still have away to go but its doable.
I wont lie the area does feel different however you cant see it and if you are an athlete you will just have to built the muscle/stretch/strength.
Wiuld I do it again- YES!