POSTED UNDER Rhinoplasty Reviews
Open Septo-rhinoplasty W/grafts - Left Side Still Very Swollen 2 Months Post-op
UPDATED FROM SillyAmelie
Pre-op vs post-revision photo
WORTH IT$4,700
Finding older photos of my original nose is getting much more difficult as its been seven long years of noses. Haha
Seeing my original nose and comparing what I have now does seem to remind me of how far I've come.
Unfortunately, the plan was to get that small, feminine nose. I'm grateful for the improvements but I stubbornly hope for a smaller/narrow/petite nose.
I'm searching for an amazing ethnic revision rhinoplasty specialist and I'm optimistic I'll find one.
Good luck to everyone searching for a solution to the physical traits that drive us mad.
Seeing my original nose and comparing what I have now does seem to remind me of how far I've come.
Unfortunately, the plan was to get that small, feminine nose. I'm grateful for the improvements but I stubbornly hope for a smaller/narrow/petite nose.
I'm searching for an amazing ethnic revision rhinoplasty specialist and I'm optimistic I'll find one.
Good luck to everyone searching for a solution to the physical traits that drive us mad.
SillyAmelie's provider
Response from Dr. Sherris:
Don"t worry too much as swelling really takes a year to resolve. If your concerns are still bothering you please make sure to point out what is concerning you at our next visit.
UPDATED FROM SillyAmelie
Advice: Final Revision Rhinoplasty/Facial Symmetry Desired
It's been 3 years since my last revision. I feel I still haven't reached the nose I've always wanted. I have found a few doctors on here that seem to specialize in revisions with ethnic noses. I'm starting to save up to have my 3rd (and hopefully final) revision in 2017. The biggest issues my double board certified plastic surgeon dealt with was my "thick skin" and "terrible scar tissue". I absolutely adore Dr. Sherris and his bedside manner is nothing short of perfect. However, ethnic and thick skin is not his forte and that's OK! I just need a surgeon that has this as his/her speciality and I'm willing to travel and stay just about anywhere to do so. Looking in the mirror and taking photos has become depressing. I know my nose isn't impossible to fix. I just need to come up with the money (for a 3rd time) and find the doctor perfect for me.
Can any surgeons comment on whether or not they feel my desired results are possible? I'm looking for a slope on my bridge (sans bumps), and a defined & small non-bulbous tip. I realize my nose is long and there's no fix for that. I'm not totally unrealistic these days so I'm not seeking perfection or anything. I'd just appreciate confirmation that what I'd like as a result is possible. I'll share pictures of what I ended up with and what I'd like (used a plastic surgery app to adjust my nose the best I was able).
Thank you all so much!!
What information do I need to provide to help answer my inquiry?
What other surgeries can help bring femininity and symmetry to my face? I'm also interested in lip fillers to even out my asymmetrical lips, fillers under my eyes (age) and in my chin dimple, chin implant for my uneven jaw (you can see in the photos what I mean). I'm even interested in either cheek fillers or an implant as I have zero cheekbones to show. I have a fuller face in some older photos when I was heavier. I've lost a lot of weight and my face has slimmed down quite a bit. No matter how thin I am, I still get a double chin!! Grr!
I'm pretty dedicated in achieving the beautiful face I've always wanted and never felt like I received via genetics. I love who I am on the inside and I'd like my face to match. A few virtual pics I used the PS app on I addressed: my chin, nose and lips with, there's one particular photo where I addressed everything I'd like to eventually fix and is my ideal.
Summary: is it possible to define my still bulbous tip? Shave down the bridge? Even out the nostrils, etc.? Which other surgeries would help gain facial symmetry? What about the jaw sliding surgery? I have a weak chin (dimpled) with an overbite. Help?
Can any surgeons comment on whether or not they feel my desired results are possible? I'm looking for a slope on my bridge (sans bumps), and a defined & small non-bulbous tip. I realize my nose is long and there's no fix for that. I'm not totally unrealistic these days so I'm not seeking perfection or anything. I'd just appreciate confirmation that what I'd like as a result is possible. I'll share pictures of what I ended up with and what I'd like (used a plastic surgery app to adjust my nose the best I was able).
Thank you all so much!!
What information do I need to provide to help answer my inquiry?
What other surgeries can help bring femininity and symmetry to my face? I'm also interested in lip fillers to even out my asymmetrical lips, fillers under my eyes (age) and in my chin dimple, chin implant for my uneven jaw (you can see in the photos what I mean). I'm even interested in either cheek fillers or an implant as I have zero cheekbones to show. I have a fuller face in some older photos when I was heavier. I've lost a lot of weight and my face has slimmed down quite a bit. No matter how thin I am, I still get a double chin!! Grr!
I'm pretty dedicated in achieving the beautiful face I've always wanted and never felt like I received via genetics. I love who I am on the inside and I'd like my face to match. A few virtual pics I used the PS app on I addressed: my chin, nose and lips with, there's one particular photo where I addressed everything I'd like to eventually fix and is my ideal.
Summary: is it possible to define my still bulbous tip? Shave down the bridge? Even out the nostrils, etc.? Which other surgeries would help gain facial symmetry? What about the jaw sliding surgery? I have a weak chin (dimpled) with an overbite. Help?
Replies (4)
February 11, 2016
Hi, I think you look great. I think you should leave your nose alone. Maybe the chin implant will give your face more balance. I do not think your nose is large or bulbous. I think we often see imperfections that others don't see. I too am thinking of a minor revision but I have to answer the tough question "Is the slight improvement worth the risk of a botched nose?" I think you are beautiful and I don't look at your nose first. I see your lovely eyes first. Good luck with whatever you choose to do and keep us posted if you find a great revision doctor.
February 13, 2016
I think what you want is kind of unrealistic for your bridge because that much thinning of your dorsal bridge can compromise your breathing.
as far as the "bulbous" tip it seems that after your first revision, you liked it because it was smaller but in order to get a more pointy tip like you wanted, he had to make the columella strut longer and make it point farther from the face. its essentially a shrink wrap effect. if you grab a pen and cloth and drive the pen's point into the cloth softly you get a soft impression of the pen's point. (your first revision) if you drive the pen a bit further you get a stronger more defined impression of the pen's point. (your second revision) that is essentially what was done to get a sharper tip. the reality is that thick skin will never give you a very defined tip because its essentially a heavy blanket going over a pen rather than thin skin which is like having a paper napkin going over a pen. Your nose is not ugly by any means and I think Dr Sherris gave you 3 good looking noses to choose from with the latest being the most fitting. The challenge with thick skin is that because you can't get that super sharp tip, you have to improve your beauty in other ways. i would post a question to the doctors asking what other kinds of surgeries could assist you in your goals. i know v-line surgery is pretty big in south korea and that could also slim your face and gain symmetry if you're willing.
as far as the "bulbous" tip it seems that after your first revision, you liked it because it was smaller but in order to get a more pointy tip like you wanted, he had to make the columella strut longer and make it point farther from the face. its essentially a shrink wrap effect. if you grab a pen and cloth and drive the pen's point into the cloth softly you get a soft impression of the pen's point. (your first revision) if you drive the pen a bit further you get a stronger more defined impression of the pen's point. (your second revision) that is essentially what was done to get a sharper tip. the reality is that thick skin will never give you a very defined tip because its essentially a heavy blanket going over a pen rather than thin skin which is like having a paper napkin going over a pen. Your nose is not ugly by any means and I think Dr Sherris gave you 3 good looking noses to choose from with the latest being the most fitting. The challenge with thick skin is that because you can't get that super sharp tip, you have to improve your beauty in other ways. i would post a question to the doctors asking what other kinds of surgeries could assist you in your goals. i know v-line surgery is pretty big in south korea and that could also slim your face and gain symmetry if you're willing.
April 23, 2016
Your nose looks really great, I wouldn't do anything else with it, because you're taking a chance every time you go in. I'm having revision with Dr. G in October, I would love to have your nose. Good luck, you are beautiful the way you are.
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June 13, 2013
I am having the same issues with breathing. I am two months post surgery. My left nostril is still about 80% blocked and my right is about 10% blocked. My surgeon has already given me one set of steroid injections and I am getting another set next week. Did your surgeon say what was causing the blockage...swelling or scar tissue? Also, if you don't mind me asking what did it cost to be corrected. (I know you said you only paid for surgery costs only, but what was it for 1/2 an hour). BTW your nose looks very nice. I am feeling some of the frustration you felt from not being able to breathe through both nostrils. It is hopeful to know that it can be fixed with a half hour operation.
Take care,
Anne (Alberta, Canada)
June 13, 2013
Omg you look amazing I have been thinking if getting mines done I don't have that much money but the 4,700 is very reasonable for me . That was the total of what you paid for the surgery?
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