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5 Weeks Post-Op!
I have had a few random days where either the bridge of my nose will feel pressure, or the tip will feel especially sensitive, but most of the time I don't even remember that I just had surgery last month.
For my 4 Week Post-Op appointment, Dr. Choe reminded me that my nose will still decrease about 20% more in size, with the final result being around Thanksgiving. It's amazing how much the swelling has gone down already since the cast came off - I remember thinking that I couldn't see any swelling at all, so I wondered what it would look like over the next few weeks. I love my nose more and more as time goes on.
I'll post a more detailed update later, but I just wanted to share some pics!
Post-Op Day 12/13: I'm not a new person; I'm me, but comfortable in my own skin
For starters, I feel great. I am amazed by how quickly the recovery process has gone by. I don't have any bruising left, and my nose does change just a little bit every day which I think is the swelling going down (not that the swelling is noticeable at all). Seriously, I know that the 'final result' shouldn't be expected until 9 or so months after surgery, but I would have been thrilled even if the end result was how my nose looked on Day 7.
So far everyone who knows about the surgery has said how natural my nose looks, which I agree with completely.. it just fits with my bone structure so well. It's funny, because even though I kept looking in the mirror the first day or two after my cast was removed, I really haven't been doing that a ton anymore. Obviously I am excited about the change and feel the warm fuzzies every time I look at my new profile, but I don't feel like a new or different person, I just feel happier and more comfortable in my own skin!
I GOT MY CAST OFF! Post-Op Day 7
This is surreal. My surgeon reminded me that my nose will still go down about 20% in size, but I am already amazed with the result. I am pretty positive this is how I've wanted to look for years.. so much change to digest!
*I do have to say that I cannot wait to be allowed to get a facial. My skin is kinda gross!
Provider Review
I really cannot sufficiently express my gratitude to Dr. Choe and everyone at the Choe Center for Facial Plastic Surgery. I am beyond happy that I chose Dr. Choe as my surgeon and recommend him highly. He spent a lot of time with me during the Consult and Pre-Op Appointment discussing what to expect and what results I was going to achieve with the rhinoplasty. What really stood out to me was how available Dr. Choe made himself. He even called me a couple of times before the surgery to check in because I had mentioned that I was anxious. When I called with a question, he took his time and made sure I understood everything about the procedure. The surgery went exactly as described, and if anything, was far easier than I anticipated. Because of Dr. Choe's artistry and exceptional surgical skills, the rhinoplasty results have surpassed my best hopes and expectations. Dr. Choe is caring, talented, and has made this an amazing experience for me.