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"The tip of my nose currently feels like Pinnochio's wooden nose...'
Pros:
Beautiful profile, no ice needed
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Cons:
Can't blow my nose for three weeks!
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Cost:
$4,700.00 Approx
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Healing time:
10-14 days
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Pain-o-meter: 1
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My surgery was Dec 19th, 2001 -- I did all the necessary back ground checking, before & after's, all the information necessary to finalize my decision, I felt extremely confident with my decision to follow through with my Rhinoplasty, mainly because of my confidence in the surgical team.
The staff & treatment at the centre was also a big plus, TLC from start to finish. My surgery went very well, I experienced no nausea at all, I was very grateful for that. I was also very surprised to find out I had no packing, I heard that was the worst experience. I was released two hours after my surgery, had an escort take me home. I proceeded to start to work around the house, until I was told to go lay down!
I did as I was told, propped myself up with several pillows & drifted off to sleep. I had zero pain, so I had no reason to take any painkillers whatsoever.
The following morning I was anxious to get to the mirror, My face was swollen, a splint covering my new nose & a little brusing on my upper lid & not much else. My recovery went very well, I was in no pain, enjoyed a few laughs & knew my new look was just around the corner. I had my splint removed a week later, let the healing begin! Something to keep in mind, Rhinoplasty takes 6 months - a year to get the final results, the tip being the last. My tip currently feels like Pinnochio's wooden nose, I am looking forward to getting the feeling back, I have to be patient, all in good time. I was back at work Dec 28th, after the holidays, with little or no brusing. Overall much better than expected!
Here are more details:
How results differed from what I expected:
The results are what I expected, I still have a little swelling, it's only been two weeks.
Biggest fears pre-procedure:
I would catch a cold & my surgery would be cancelled & nausea after my surgery.
Healing aids used:
I used Arnica for bruising
Number of doctors consulted:
1
Number of years I thought about having the procedure:
30 yrs
Had an elective procedure before:
Yes
Complications or follow-up procedures:
Not Specified
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disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Please
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regarding your condition.
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Gender:
Male
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Age:
41
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Ethnic group:
Caucasian
Education:
Some community college or university
Country:
Canada
State/Province:
British Columbia
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