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If you're 8 months post op and still swollen would love to hear from you! Hoping I'm not the only one!

UPDATED FROM tothineselfbetrue
7 months post

my nose keeps changing

WORTH IT$11,000
My nose keeps changing everyday! it's so weird! Of course, my doctor told me this would happen and he also said this is a good sign as the whole thing will eventually go down. Pics it still looks way big and like there is no definition. It's total progress though.

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Sam Naficy, MD, FACS

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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I was thinking of what to write for a review for Dr. Naficy. I don't think words can describe how grateful I am to him. He was the third person I sought out to consult, and I knew right away he was the one. I would like to say that I have a good judge of character and intuition on people, as that is part of my profession, hiring people etc. so I just knew he was a caring, compassionate, loving human being right away. He has a sweet genuine demeanor, and believe me I can tell you a horror story about my first consult with a PS that let me nearly terrified, so seeing him was a breath of fresh air. He is extremely thorough, he takes lots of notes, he got back to ALL of my emails and TEXTS within hours, not even days!!! He is realistic, will tell you what the limitations and possibilities are due to your own anatomy. He's just all around brilliant. He is so humble too that you feel like you are his only patient as he gives you that one on one attention. He made my dreams of over 20 years come true. I can't recommend him enough. Note, I also saw Julie first as part of my consultation. She will answer ALL your questions, she is very thorough, gentle, loving person as well. When you do see Dr. Naficy, he will give you all the attention that you deserve and it's a smart system how they have this set up. He's a busy guy, but honestly he won't make you feel like that. He is my guy if I ever get anything done in the future. Oh and I should mention my results. He gave me results that are better than i even expected with added bonuses of taking my gnarly scar away, that the other PS's i saw said they couldn't do. My nose actually looks better than the morphs and better than what i could have even imagined for myself. I'm on day 10 and it's only just going to get better as swelling goes down.

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Its comforting to hear someone write about changes still happening months after rhinoplasty. It gives me hope.
Yah! Likewise! I guess it's a good sign that our nose is still swollen and will most likely change for the better!
Just wanted to share with you that I am currently 15 months post op from open rhino. I'm fair-skinned Caucasian, so, was expecting to heal quickly thanks to my think skin... But I'm still healing. I'm at least happy to report that this last month has been my best so far. I know the swelling has improved a lot even since 12 months. So, there's a lot of hope for you ahead. Hang in there!
I should also mention that even though you feel you look swollen, I think you look fantastic! Your results are really impressive!
Swelling takes a LONG time to go away. I'm 2 years post op and still get swelling from extreme temperature changes---yesterday I noticed my nose looked way smaller than usual! I had surgery 2 years ago!! How crazy/awesome!?!
It can take up to 3 years before the swelling goes away if you had thick skin to begin with. My sister had that and her nose is amazing now after three years.
That gives me hope as my skin is on the thick side. Thanks.
Hi, I am 2 years 4 months post, and I still have swelling. I don't think I will see my true results fora otherwise of years because I have thick skin. Everyone is different in the healing process
I meant another few years, patience patience patience !
UPDATED FROM tothineselfbetrue
7 months post

8 months post op and still swollen!

I'm very frustrated today because my coworker took a pic of me nd my nose looks huge. Those selfies I thought I could take once I got my nose job are non exsistant. Still avoid the camera unfortunately. My nose is feeling really big this last week. I've had an open surgery. No Steroid injections and thick ethnic skin, lots of stress too which I wonder is a contributing factor? I also haven't been exercising as much, I noticed my nose starts to get more defined when I'm active. Also wondering that when my nose is more defined due to exercising if this is closer to what it will look like? Right now my nose just looks like a hot mess. Would love to hear from anyone who has gone through the same thing.

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I'm sorry to hear about your frustration and I know how it feels. I've gone through similar situation. I would recommend you talk to your surgeon about kenalog injections. They help alot with swelling and scar tissues. In the last couple of months I have noticed by tip and part of my bridge got bigger than when the cast came off and thought I still have swelling. Last week I saw my doctor and he said it was not swelling but there are scar tissues and the injection will help to dissolve them. I got the injection and few days later I have noticed improvement in the concerned areas. This was my 3rd shot and will still be getting them in the next 6 months. I think it's important you get these injections since you have thick skin like me. After my primary rhino I didn't know about the kenalog and my surgeon didn't recommend it and guess what! I ended up with lots of scar tissues that made my tip very bulbous and asymmetric. These scar tissues were removed during my revision. I hope this info helps.
Wow thank you so much this is very helpful!! I didn't know about this. He said he doesn't do steroid injections due to the side effects but it sounds like this is different. I will email him today to ask about it. My nose is very uneven from the front but I just looked at pics and I guess I've always had an uneven nose. Probably looks better than the before. Your nose looks amazing bra. I've been following your story!
Amazing btw not bra! Lol
The worst part is the waiting! Don't freak, but it can take up to 3 years before you see your final result. I am around 18 months in and I still have the occasional "big nose day" which I notice far more than anyone else, but it settles. Are you doing any gentle pressing either side of the nose or using a card to stimulate the tip (it helps the nerves to settle)?
I'm not! I didn't even know about this! My surgeon just told me time heals, but didn't think there was anything I can do in the mean time thanks for the tips!
I hope it gets better for you. My nose seems larger in pictures. I've avoided taking pictures too. Stay connected with your surgery. He knows what was done to your nose. It may take more time for things to settle.
Thanks at the last check up he said it's healing beautifully and it will take awhile to see final result. So I guess his advice for me was patience :( I think I will email him today though.
I haven't had surgery yet, but are you trying to sleep with your head propped up, above your heart? It might help...
Hi, no i sleep normally now. I feel like now it's more diet and exercise and if i'm stressed that keeps my nose swollen. It lessens through out the day too, more in the morning and less at night. Thanks for your comment and good luck on your surgery!
Thank you! That's great advice. I want to make sure I understand what you mean by "diet" so I know what to do/not do when it's my go 'round... Like a low sodium diet?
UPDATED FROM tothineselfbetrue
2 months post

another pic

Excuse the hair

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Beautiful Transformation. Your new nose makes you look younger :)
Looks GREAT! Just as I suspected. I am so glad you are happy with your decision and are reaping the benefits! Profile4lyfe.
Hi! Just saw this! How are you?
I am doing alright nose and all, my focus has not been on my face, haha...how are you?!
Your nose looks awesome! Congrats!
Thanks so much!
Looks so good!! Thanks for all the pics!!
Thank you! I am happy!
How are you?? Almost 5 months right? My Dr told me that bone swelling is at its worst at the 6 month mark. Isn't that crazy? As soon as the flesh swelling has gone the bone swelling is peaking. Are you still dealing with and nose changes?
You look SOO great! I am so happy for you.
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