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No regrets, Just waiting for the off and on tip of my nose to stop swelling and be more refined.

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My nose was punched years ago as a teenager by a...

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rboewe
WORTH IT$8,117
My nose was punched years ago as a teenager by a bad boy friend. It's never looked terribly bad but over the years it looks like it's getting bigger! The tip seems to be enlarging and also it is crooked to the right. I'm sure the cartilage is ganging up on me in there. Which brings me to wonder, my right eye always runs like I have allergies and my right side of my nostril usually feels blocked or stuffy.
I am really looking forward to being included in photos without my nose being the first thing I notice. Do you ever regret letting your picture be taken and then posted on social networking? I am sure many know what I mean. We can pick and choose our own selfies and make them presentable. But when others take them we are powerless. I seriously don't like anyone sharing my photos online without approval.
My goal is a nice refined feminine tip and not look so long and ginormous. The doctor I have chosen has some of the very best reviews in cosmetic surgery and I will stick with him. I've seen before and after pictures and he right away knew what would be a good choice from his computer generated program.
I have photos picked out of what I have in mind and what I do not want. I'll be sharing those with him. I love following everyone's journey and now mine is going to begin. I will finally breath good again because its been stuffy and I am a mouth breather when I run or work out so I look forward to getting that passage way straightened.
I'm a bit nervous but so excited!! I need an ekg scheduled and my blood work done prior.

Starting to shop for things I will need. Share with me your lists!! I look forward to new friends and support. Thanks!!

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Laxmeesh Mike Nayak, MD

Laxmeesh Mike Nayak, MD

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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April 12, 2015
I got Neosporin, peroxide, qtips, fill your prescriptions before surgery so you don't have to stop afterward. Have your pantry stocked with easy to eat foods where you don't have to open your mouth very wide. Oh and uh, take down every mirror and avoid looking at yourself for a month. I'm serious, you are going to look TERRIBLE the first few weeks after surgery. I'm 29 days post op and I'm still not leaving the house yet. Good luck
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April 12, 2015
LOL, thanks. I do have some things on my list. I don't go out much any way so it won't bother me too much.
April 12, 2015
Good luck!
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April 12, 2015
You're very pretty and I think a rhinoplasty will really make your nose look elegant and fitting. Best of luck to you!
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April 13, 2015
Thank you Elisa90. I am so excited to reduce it.
April 13, 2015
Ah I'm in saint Louis as well :) Your gorgeous with or without rhinoplasty! Let us know how it goes...
May 10, 2015
So true about social media! People love to post the group pics where they look the best, not necessarily the best for the others in the pic. I can't wait to worry less about that, too. Good luck!
UPDATED FROM rboewe
1 month pre

Computer Generated minimizing a bulbous tip

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I have one photo that was done by the Doctor and two where I tweeked my pictures a bit to look similar to what the Doctors suggestion. I didn't really get a good front photo from him so I am guessing with the app it may look something like these. I do not know yet if this surgery will be an open or closed procedure. I am asking more questions.

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April 13, 2015
Both are very nice simulations and suits your face. Wishing you the best in your journey!
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April 13, 2015
I love the morphs. They truly are helpful in getting an idea of how you're going to look like afterwards. I'm afraid of being shocked myself, so I'm playing around with those things too! Good luck with your surgery!
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April 14, 2015
Please take a look on type of rhino' you 'll perform. You'll have no scars at all on the outside if you choose a closed rhino performed by a skilled surgeon..like DR. Grygoriants for exemple. Take a look on his website. Just an advice! I wish you all the luck!
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April 14, 2015
Thanks. I am waiting to hear back from their office in the procedure.
May 8, 2015
You're gorgeous! Cant wait to see your results!
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May 19, 2015
Open is what they tell me. Just a few more days and I go in. I can hardly believe it. Hope I get the L@@k I want to go along with my face and I come out still ME. You know what I mean. No one wants their face tweeked and disformed. It's sad to read all the reviews that are botched or need major revision. I believe I am in good hands and that my doctor will really bring on beautiful results.
UPDATED FROM rboewe
12 days pre

13 days to go and counting down!

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Yesterday was my 2 week pre op and I got all the details I needed. Still seems to surreal to me. I just read the journeys and busy my self with things I need to do. I don't plan on going anywhere for a week or two and I will struggle not being active or working outside doing what I need to do. Livestock and all that. I am buying stuff for my list and the nurse is shipping my meds etc to me in advance. I think whatever the doctor does will be an improvement. I am prepared for swelling and if I end up with black eyes, oh well, right?!! It will be worth it in the long run.

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May 10, 2015
Good luck to you!! I'm excited for you! Can't wait to read more.
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May 10, 2015
Would you be kind to share how you are going to prepare for swelling? Thank you!