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Hello, I'm 19 years old, I'm brazilian and I have...
mariaparadechorarMarch 1, 2013
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Hello, I'm 19 years old, I'm brazilian and I have had a nose job. There was nothing wrong with my natural nose, but I was too insecure, and I guess all that insecurance I've down in my nose. Although I've always used to win beauty competitions, and although people always used to eulogize myself I went to a doctor and I made my rhinoplasty. My face has drastically changed and I really didn't like it and all I want to know if it's possible to get, with a secundary nose job a nose that is similar ( not identical) to my old one and that looks natural... is that possible? please help me. I don't wanna put my pictures here, so if someone want them, leave me a message inbox.
obs.: my nose is not damaged in its structure, is just the sthetichs that really makes me sad.
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March 13, 2013
Oh Maria, I’m very sorry. I know how difficult this is. What is it about your nose that you currently don’t like? Remember that swelling last a very long time and some people say that they didn’t see their final results until two years. You must be patient and try your best to stay busy so you don’t think about it as much. Believe me, I know how you feel and for that, I’m sorry. Some people who initially didn’t like their noses eventually did. Time will pass and if you’re still not happy, you should be able to fix it. What does your surgeon say? Hope you feel better soon.
March 13, 2013
Thank you. :( I don't like anything in my nose, the only thing that I wanted, as you was to correctthe bulbous tip (that was even not so bulbous) Now I have a nose that is completely different from my born one, looks done, and doesn't suit my face. It's small,thin, and not beautifully. The surgeon, that looked so nice in the firt times, now say that I'm crazy for preferirng my old nose, and that I should consult an psychologist. My nose was not ugly, I wish they had been frank to me to told me that they were not able to make something better than what nature has given me :(. Hope you feel better too. What about you ? Found a surgeon for secondary?
March 13, 2013
That's too bad...I wish these doctors were more upfront and would disclose all the risks, including the possibility of not liking the results or being able to breathe. When I asked what the risks were, I was told there are not any because they would only do this if I'm "healthy as a horse." I contacted a couple of surgeons but they are not near, so if they take me, I will have to travel. I need to get a good camera to take some photos to send to them. Also, I have been trying to save my money but I also need another car so I also need to get that taken care of first.
I'm sorry Maria...be strong and try to stay busy. God be with you.
March 14, 2013
Yes, many of them just think about the money they'll earn. Well, at least you are not hopeless, I wish you can get the money to do all you need and want soon. And this time, it will not go wrong, it will be successfull! God be with you too, thank you for all suport, and whenever you need to talk, you can send me a message! Hugs!
March 15, 2013
Do you have breatheing problems :/ Im 3 moth post and breatheing flucuates with what I eat..hope its swelling :(
UPDATED FROM mariaparadechorar
I uploaded some photos, so that maybe people can...
mariaparadechorarMarch 13, 2013
I uploaded some photos, so that maybe people can tell me if it's able to reverse some of the work that was done.
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March 14, 2013
I agree with Faith, you might still be swollen. From where I sit, you're still a beauty.
March 14, 2013
I do not know when you had your surgery, but I am three weeks after surgery today and my nose changes every day. Your nose still looks very swollen. I would not take anything seriously for minimum 4 months after surgery, and even after they say your nose won't be completely healed for one full year. You look great.
March 14, 2013
I agree. The bottom third of your nose looks very round and swollen. When was your surgery? I am 2 months post op and my surgeon says it will take 6 months for the definition and shape to be seen. Take care, and you are still stunning. Hope you feel better soon.
March 14, 2013
I agree as well. It would be very helpful to know when you had your surgery. If its only been a few weeks or months, you could have swelling that's disguising your final result. Either way I'm sorry you are so unhappy right now! For what it's worth, I think you still look great!
March 14, 2013
Yes. It's still very swollen, I'm only 2 months post op, but the problem is the doctor actually did things that I didn't want her to do. She changed so much my nose and that was not what I asked for. Worst, when I go there to complain she says that I'm a freak and nees a psychologist. Thank you!
March 14, 2013
Yes, I'm only 2 months post op too, it's still very swollen but the problem is that the surgeon did things that I didn't ask her to do. She changed the entire shape of the nose, and it was not what I told her in the first consultation. Are you already enjoying your nose? Thank you! Best wishes.
March 14, 2013
Yes, I'm only 2 months post op, it's still very swollen, but like I said, the surgeon did many things that I didn't ask for, she didn't hear me, and didn't took my wishes into account. Thank you.
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I'm still very swollen, but the surgeon did things...
mariaparadechorarMarch 14, 2013
I'm still very swollen, but the surgeon did things that I didn't ask for. The nose is shorter and the tip is upturned ( I didn't want it), my dorsal bridge is wider and to the tip it makes a curve. The worst of all, is that the surgeon doesn't accept that I'm not enjoying the nose. She says that I'm freak and that I should look for a psychologist. As long as time passes by I only get worse, as I see that even with the swelling going away, my face does not return to be what it used to.
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March 14, 2013
Hi there, I'm 1 week shy of 3 months post op. When did you have your surgery? As everyone says and what you read it does take a long time to heal. Since my swelling is very slow...my doctor suggested waiting 3 months till we consider cortisone injections to help speed up the reduction of swelling. He said we don't want to do it too early because the swelling is a good thing because it will eventually turn into necessary scar tissue(the good kind if that makes any sense).
March 14, 2013
Hello. I'm two months post op. Its really very swollen and I know that. The problem is that the doctor didn't follow my requests, she did what she thought would be better. And now, when I go there, she does not suggest injections like your doctor, or something to help my nose. She says that I should go to a psychologist because I'm crazy for prefering my old nose. I feel so deceived by her that I can't even trust her anymore. Yes, here in Brazil there are not all the surgeons that use cortisone injections, and I agree with him that before 3 months is too early. Thank you for sharing your opinion.
March 14, 2013
I don't think your face/nose looks bad but actually you now look a bit like you are from asian decent.
I think that's because the nose ist too short and does not go well with your other facial features.
Did you get a second opinion?
Maybe a filler would do the trick?
March 14, 2013
Hi! Yes, I guess you really got the point of what I'm talking about, the nose does not go well with my other facial features. There's no asian in my family, I'm a brazilian, my father is a mulatto (black grandma and white granpa) and my mother is white (european parentage). Well, I didn't go to another surgeon yet, cause I'm only 2 months post op, I don't want fillers cause I've got a friend that almost lost her nose because of them (it's not hard to find unsecure places). But talking to a friend of mine, who's a doctor (not ps) she said that the bend of the dorsal bridge and the upturned nose is what changed my face so much, she thinks that I'm totally gonna need a revision. But you know, after all this trauma, how to deal with a second rhinoplasty? Thank you for your comment.
March 15, 2013
Why did your friend doctor say you need a revision is it because you dont like the appearance or because it will cause you problems in future like collapse because of the bend at the dorsal bridge ??
March 16, 2013
She said it because of the scooped nose, taht won't change with time, and that she thinks is the major mistake of the surgeon, as my nose wasn't even straight, you know? also, she said that my breathing is really bad, and she does not believe it's going to get better,.She didn't examined myselg, she told me as a friend who knew my face and breathing before, and know it now.
March 16, 2013
She said it because of the scooped nose, taht won't change with time, and that she thinks is the major mistake of the surgeon, as my nose wasn't even straight, you know? also, she said that my breathing is really bad, and she does not believe it's going to get better,.She didn't examined myselg, she told me as a friend who knew my face and breathing before, and know it now.
March 14, 2013
Hello,Im sorry to hear you dont like it.In my opinion you still look very swollen in the tip of your nose which makes it turn up.I know some people tape their noses or in my case my surgeon has me massage mine a few times a day(.im 2wks post op)I would try to see another surgeon if not for anything else even just getting a second opinion and advice as to what you should do next.Your doctor should not make you feel uncomfortable thats very unprofessional.You still look great.I know its hard getting use to such a change and many people go through a slight depression after having it done.Please just see another surgeon I think it will make you feel better.
March 14, 2013
I love your profile! I know, it is hard to get used to it but you had surgery after all. My facial features also changed. I am European and had the long pointy nose. Now that it has been shortened my face looks much different to me, but not to the people who know me. I had my old nose for fourth years and with age it started hanging down more and more. I understand that your surgeon is not very supportive but please, wait a while to make any final decisions. Lot of people go through depression after a rhinoplasty because their facial features change a lot. As I said, I really love your profile! With time the tip also will go down a little more. You are young and beautiful!
March 14, 2013
Wow your nose looks great and IMO a profile like that is what i consider perfection!! You look beautiful before and still look beautiful after!!!
In the hands of a very capable, talented, board certified rhinoplasty surgeon, you should be able to get your nose back to an aesthetic you're happy with. Since you haven't posted pictures I can't give any feedback, but if your first surgeon removed too much cartilage, a revision rhinoplasty surgeon can put in grafts to build it back up.
Good luck and please keep us posted on your journey!