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12 days post op, supra tip swelling worse since cast removal- San Diego, CA
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So after finding this website about a week or so...
xoxo_allyMay 14, 2013
WORTH IT$6,000
So after finding this website about a week or so ago I finally decided to pull the trigger and post my story. I have always been bothered by my nose (mainly that it is crooked). Other people don't seem to notice or think my nose warrants any work, especially since I don't have anything obvious like a bump or something -you be the judge! Anyway I had my consult with Dr Roark a couple of weeks ago and he definitely validated my concerns. He told me the tip of my nose is perfect and he would shave some off the bridge of my nose and some off either side of my nasal bone (between my eyes). I was happy with that and am optimistic with the results. I bought some arnica pills and cream that I will start taking before my surgery (in about 3 weeks).
Any advice or tips would be appreciated, I've never had any work done and have not had any previous surgeries otherwise so a bit naive about the whole process.
Any advice or tips would be appreciated, I've never had any work done and have not had any previous surgeries otherwise so a bit naive about the whole process.
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UPDATED FROM xoxo_ally
15 days pre
almost time for pre op appt, 2 weeks til surgery day
xoxo_allyMay 22, 2013
i have my pre op appt this friday, which means surgery is about 2 week away. i am starting to get more anxious/nervous as it gets closer. i keep thinking i may or may not have taken enough time off of work (11 days) and am wondering when i will be able to work out again, specifically just doing pilates or weights. i have bought a few wireless bras online and a wedge pillow. i bought some other things from the recommended list. was wonder if anyone had any thoughts when to start the arnica, bromelain and vitamin E? was also told by my PS to start taking 1000 mg vitamin C, is it too early? i am going to ask my PS on friday but wanted to see what you all thought with your own experiences? i think i am just anxious to get the surgery part over with and start recovering :)
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May 22, 2013
you are beautiful already! i was told specifically NOT to take vitamin E before as it is a blood thinner and can cause excessive bleeding... is this what you meant? i had my surgery yesterday and it was half as bad as i thought it would be :) good luck!
UPDATED FROM xoxo_ally
12 days pre
pre op appt today
xoxo_allyMay 25, 2013
my pre op appointment was this morning. i met with the nurse and also the PS, they took pictures, went over med history and gave me my prescriptions. oh and i paid :) i was starting get a little apprehensive about having the surgery but they both reassured me that i would be fine. the PS went over what he was going to do to my nose in detail and how that would make my after look. i feel a lot better now. i am still wondering when to start the vitamins and arnica and the bromelain? i dont want to take them too early if they can cause bleeding or other complications. i was also told to stop taking my fish oil which causes bleeding too (who knew?). anyway let the countdown begin, T-13 days!
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You're definitely gorgeous as is and a good rhinoplasty should really refine your look! I haven't regretted mine for a second. Thank you for taking the time to post on RealSelf! I'm looking forward to following your journey.
Here's a list of supplies you might find helpful for recovery (LOTS of lip balm and cold drinks).