Posts by Maria Diaz79

How many days after surgery did you actually start applying foundation to your nose?

Thanks. My nose finally regained its normal color this morning—it’s not bright red anymore, which is a huge relief. The only lingering issue is this constant itching, but I’m hoping that settles down soon. When my sister was applying the ointment earlier, it actually stung quite a bit. It’s probably just an anti-inflammatory effect, meant to soothe things, right?

Help! I can't figure out why the skin on my nose is peeling. Is it because of that topical stuff my sister applied after she removed the mold, which ended up sticking and hardening on my face? Or is this just new skin surfacing and pushing the old layer off? My nose has this slight yellowish sheen to it, too. Honestly, I have this overwhelming urge to just pick at it and peel it all away, but then the itching starts.

Laura Castillo7 said:Jesse Taylor7, did the doctor actually tell you that lumps and such are a possibility? Did he go into any more detail about it?

No, he didn't mention a thing to me. I actually stumbled upon that information on an online forum first. After reading it, I decided to bring it up with my sister, and she told me that such things happen incredibly rarely.

steelangler88 said:Are you just as thrilled as I am?
I’m looking. Actually, I’m currently hunting for a doctor who actually knows their way around an audit. Even though I don't intend to touch a single thing until a full year has passed, I still want to be prepared. I have absolutely no desire to go through this nightmare a second time.

steelangler88, I’ve been looking, but I can't seem to find where you mentioned what specifically was wrong?

It seems to me that when it comes to drainage, it all boils down to whether you can actually afford it; it’s likely beneficial, sure, but is it absolutely essential?

Grace Hernandez66 said:I just got back from the medical clinic—had to sort out some billing issues first—and I actually brought up that drainage thing with the nurse. By the way, her sister had nose surgery, and she mentioned that the drainage isn't even strictly necessary. Apparently, they usually use it to manage lymph nodes, which isn't really an issue for a nose job. She said it’s better to just let the tissue heal on its own. But hey, every doctor has their own opinion, right? For now, I'm not touching anything...

I'm not feeling up to it either right now. $417It feels pointless. Did they tell you that you're supposed to massage your nose yourself or something?

placidmoose said:Why even bother with lymphatic drainage? Doesn't it feel like a total money grab—just a little backroom deal between the surgeon and the aesthetician? I've been massaging my own nose since I took the cast off. My doctor showed me exactly how to do it, and I follow those steps several times a day. It isn't exactly rocket science, and it's free. Plus, I rinse my nose with saline solution, which was a lifesaver because my nose felt constantly congested at the start.

It’s been nearly two months now. My tip is still a little puffy, but everything else looks fine. Thankfully, the nose isn't soft anymore. Breathing is almost completely back to normal. I'm thrilled with the results.

Maybe you have a point about it being unnecessary. I honestly can't tell. Which surgeon did you go to?

I can tell you that the swelling between my eyes has finally gone down. I’m hoping that’s a good sign—that I won't be stuck dealing with residual water retention—but regardless, I’m heading in for drainage starting Monday. It’s going to require five one-hour sessions. You should prepare yourself to use nasal wipes constantly once you have a baby; little ones need their noses cleared out non-stop. Honestly, I have them scattered all over my apartment right now. 🙂

Carol Peterson71 said:Hey ladies, sending a huge shoutout to Jesse Taylor7 (from Carol 👋👋)!
How are you doing? My nasal bump is almost completely gone, but I’m still dealing with some swelling and a bit of bruising under my eyes and on my eyelids! My upper lip is still numb, much like my new Mr. Nose 🙂—but at least I can breathe normally now and finally sleep through the night. And oh my god, I am just loooooooovvvvvvvvvvving being stuck at home 😵!
Get back to me, I need an update on how you're progressing!!!!

Hi Carol Peterson71!!!!! So glad you checked in 🙂. For me, there's yellowing under my eyes, my nose is still swollen, but I'm sleeping fine and breathing through my nose all night long. But here is the most important part: I am absolutely obsessed with Mr. Nose. I can't stop looking at him; it feels like I'm dreaming!! What about you? Are you happy with the new look?

My breathing still hasn't quite leveled out—I'm on day eight now. I ended up paying out of pocket to get my tests done privately.

brightotter21 said:Is anyone even here? Seriously?😕

brightotter21, I have lost count of how many times I have already written this. Honestly, do you even bother reading the previous pages? If you actually took the time to scroll back through the thread, you would find the answer easily enough. Leonardo DiCaprio is 1800 euros. Simple as that.

stormyraven46 said:Gosh, that was over nine years ago, so I can't say for sure how much help I can be... I had my surgery with Leonardo DiCaprio, and he sends all his patients over to his friend's place at the Meryl Streep salon... I think I went there for about a month, but don't quote me on that... I honestly can't remember the prices, though it wasn't exactly cheap, especially since I was going every single day... but, credit where credit is due, they really do fantastic work... very comfortable, very attentive... do you have their number? Just call them, explain why you're coming in, and they'll take care of you... good luck!!!

Justin Bieber, thanks. I think I'll head your way too, even if the cost is pretty steep. This is such a sensitive matter; I really don't want to just walk into any random place.

stormyraven46 said:Think of lymphatic drainage as these tiny little micro-stimulators that encourage fluid movement, followed by a really relaxing massage... honestly, it’s nothing to worry about! It doesn't hurt at all; in fact, it feels great. The practitioner I saw was wonderful (the owner herself)... at least that was my experience for nine years while going through everything... good luck!!! Oh, and just so you know, if the swelling doesn't subside and the fluid stays put, doctors might suggest hydrocortisone injections (I had to get them a few times)... I've mentioned this on previous threads...

stormyraven46, where did you go for your drainage sessions? How long does a single treatment actually take? Prices vary wildly. Some places charge $33 for a quick 30-minute session, but the ones I called are asking $83 for a full hour. Is an hour even necessary?

Grace Hernandez66 said:But what about that drainage treatment...?

They absolutely insist on doing the drainage at Glumičić’s place. A girl I know mentioned how relaxing it actually is. Apparently, it's some kind of nasal massage—I'm not even sure if they use a water jet or a combination technique—designed to speed up the whole recovery process. I'll let you know once I've actually gone there.

Does anyone actually know what works for soothing damaged skin after removing a mold? I need something that'll speed up the healing process.

I’m not even getting my consultation until two months from now. Next week, I’ve got an appointment for lymphatic drainage at Nada Kovač's salon. This girl has the perfect tip on her nose, whereas mine is just slightly upturned. Look, we can discuss all of this in a month or two once we actually see how things play out.

The skin right under my surgical incision is completely red, irritated, and just looks trashed. And honestly, the woman I mentioned before? She was absolutely wonderful. So, I can tell you from direct experience: different people, different reactions, and totally different results when it comes to these operations.

Jerry Torres74, how did that first day on the job go? Did anyone even bother to notice you were there?

Grace Hernandez66 said:Oh, fantastic. Just wonderful... What’s going on with the tip? Is it tilting upward, or does everything look exactly how it should? What about the bridge of the nose?

The tip is tilted up just a tiny bit, though my man insists the nose is perfect and looks completely natural. I suspect it's just my tip being pulled upward a little too much 🙄. I’ll be sure to bring that up with the doctor during my next visit. As for the bridge, that swelling is just because all the fluid shifts upward under the cast, creating that bump at the base; it should subside within about seven days. There was actually a lovely girl there who had her surgery on the very same day. (HEY T.! REACH OUT TO ME!) It was quite striking to notice that her nasal tip was twice as thin as mine—that really caught my eye at first 😁. I kept glancing back and forth between her nose and mine in the mirror, thinking my own looked incredibly thick 😛. However, once I stepped back and looked at my entire face, I realized: that's it! That's the proof right there that the doctor doesn't just give everyone the exact same nose; he actually adapts the work to fit individual faces and features.