Rhinoplasty: Experiences and recovery tips?

Hey guys, quick question (again)... maybe someone here knows... when you head in for nose surgery, you usually have to check into the hospital the morning before, right? But I was wondering—if anyone happens to know—do you actually have to stay overnight, or do they let you head home for the day? (Assuming all the pre-op tests and stuff are already finished)

dustyheron102 said:If anyone actually wants to see what twenty days of this can do to a person, drop me your email and I'll send over a progress photo.☕

It looks really impressive. I’m thinking about booking an appointment with Dr. Tony Soprano, though I might also check out Dr. D'Amico. Word on the street is that he’s excellent, but I haven't actually seen any of his work yet, so I'm still a little hesitant. 🙂

dustyheron102 said:...so, if anyone actually wants to see what this transformation looks like after twenty days... just shoot me an email and I'll send over the photo...☕

Me, please... I'll take a drink first, then maybe an Opium... if I'm feeling it...

Alex Evans10 said:Hey everyone, quick question again... maybe someone here knows... when you head in for nose surgery, you usually have to show up at the hospital the morning before, right? But I was wondering—if anyone happens to know—do you actually have to stay overnight that day, or do they let you go home? (All the preliminary tests have already been finished)

I arrived on the morning of the actual surgery... though it really depends on whether they give you premedication (you know, those sedative meds before the anesthesia kicks in)........but they’ll tell you exactly when you need to be there.... because once the anesthesiologist clears you, you have to check in with the department..... anyway, that's my experience🙂

Sam Kim12 said:with Dr. O'Regan

Solid doctor😉. Doesn't waste time talking; just stays focused and gets it done👍

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dustyheron102, I’ve got a question for you... it's been about 20 days now since I started—how's the nose looking? The dark circles and those swollen spots seem to have calmed down a bit, if that makes sense.

Zachary Palmer56 said:I have a question for dustyheron102.... It's been 20 days now—how does my nose look? Have the dark circles and swelling gone down at all?

The dark circles and bruising are long gone! Right now, it's just the tip of my nose that feels a little swollen and slightly tender to the touch. But honestly, since I'm still fighting off a cold, isn't that perfectly normal?🙂

Sarah Cox66 said:I ended up showing up on the morning of my surgery... though I guess it really depends on whether they give you pre-meds (you know, those chill pills before the anesthesia kicks in). Usually, they just tell you exactly when to head in... because once the anesthesiologist clears you, you have to check in at the unit.. so yeah🙂

Now I’m honestly not sure. They told me I need to be there in the morning... but I see here it mentions taking a sedative tonight and then something else 🤷 right before the procedure😉. I guess I'll just wait for them to clarify.

dustyheron102 said:The dark circles and swelling are pretty much gone—just the tip of my nose feels a little puffy and tender if I touch it. But honestly, since I'm dealing with a cold on top of everything, it’s totally fine 🙂

So, you're basically back to looking normal after just 20 days? Like, if someone doesn't know you, they wouldn't even realize you had plastic surgery?

Alex Evans10 said:Hey everyone, quick question again... maybe someone here knows... when you go in for nose surgery, you usually have to show up at the hospital the morning before, right? But I was wondering—if anyone happens to know—do you actually have to stay overnight that day, or do they let you head home?... assuming all the pre-op tests are already finished.

Well, it really just comes down to whether they have an available bed for you... personally, when I went in for my procedure, I checked in and they told me to just head home and wait for their call, which was supposed to be within two or three days... though I did pull a few strings, so they actually ended up calling me back that very same day...🙂 so, I guess you won't truly know until you arrive that morning and see what they tell you...😉

Donna Bennett73 said:I guess it all really comes down to how much room they have at the hospital... For instance, when I had to go in, I checked in and they basically told me to just head home and wait for a call within two or three days. But, I might have pulled a few strings, so they actually ended up calling me back the very same day..🙂 So, I suppose you won't really know what you're dealing with until you show up in the morning and see what they tell you..😉

Oh, wow!! 🙂 Thanks so much!🙂

I’m looking to connect with anyone who had rhinoplasty done back in the day—maybe 5, 10, or even 20 years ago?
I'm curious to know how things have held up over the long haul, both in terms of how it looks and how it actually functions. If you've been through this, I'd love it if you could share your experience with us.🙂

steelangler88 said:I was just sitting here wondering if anyone else in this group has gone through it—you know, those who had nose surgery back in the day, maybe five, ten, even twenty years ago? I’m really curious to hear from people who aren't just dealing with the immediate recovery, but who have lived with the results for decades now. Does it hold up over time? Is there anything you wish you’d known back then? I'd love to hear some long-term perspectives if anyone is willing to share.
So, I was sitting here wondering—does anyone else ever just stop and think about how much the whole concept of wearing a watch has shifted over the years, both in terms of how they actually work and just how they look on a wrist? It’s funny when you really get into it, isn't it? I mean, we went from these purely functional tools that were basically survival gear for navigating the day to these massive, flashy statements of status that sometimes feel like they barely belong on a human arm anymore. If anyone out there has been around long enough to have seen the evolution firsthand—maybe you remember the days of thin, elegant mechanical pieces before everything became a chunky digital powerhouse or a high-tech smartwatch—I’d love to hear your take. What’s been your experience with the changing tides of horology? Is it all just aesthetic fluff now, or is there still some real substance left in the craft? Please, do share your stories if you've got them.🙂

I had my nose done about seven years ago, and honestly, ever since that surgery, my sinuses have been acting up way more than they ever did before—I never used to have these issues in my life. It’s like my body just changed; whenever the temperature drops, it’s always my left nostril that starts running like a faucet, never the right one, and I can actually feel this tiny little indentation where the bump used to be, which feels wider than it was originally. But then again, I suppose I'm a bit of an outlier here because I went in thinking I was just getting a minor bump removed, only to end up with a nose that looks like it belongs to a heavyweight boxer? Looking back, I didn't exactly do my homework on the surgeon, which was my own fault, I guess—just one of those "young and reckless" mistakes you make when you aren't thinking long-term. Now, there is absolutely no way I would ever step foot in his office again. I’m currently on the hunt for some truly elite specialists who actually excel at secondary rhinoplasty, though it’s proving to be incredibly difficult to find someone trustworthy. Does anyone out there have actual experience dealing with revision rhinoplasty, specifically for those really complicated, high-stakes cases? If you do, please, for the love of God, send some recommendations my way. I’ve reached a point where I just don't have any faith left in the medical community, especially since every single doctor I've consulted since then immediately looks at me and asks, "Who on earth performed your surgery?" as if the disaster is written all over my face. 🙂

Hi everyone... I could really use some advice here. :-) So, I’m planning to undergo nose surgery after the summer—it's purely cosmetic, really. I just want my own nose, maybe just a slightly smaller version of itself. I'm currently torn between choosing Zambelli, who practices right here in my city, or perhaps going with Glumicica instead. What are your thoughts on this? Thanks!

So... here's the thing. If you were dealing with a lump—something you can actually feel when you touch it, or see if you get really close, even if it isn't obvious from a distance—would you actually go through with a follow-up procedure? Like, an actual revision surgery?

northernmaker84 said:Hey everyone... I could use some advice. :-) So, I'm heading in for nose surgery after the summer—purely cosmetic, really. I just want my own nose, just... a smaller version of it. I'm torn between going with Zambelli (who's right here in my city) or seeing Glumicica. What do you guys think?? thanks

Honestly, there's no way for anyone else to tell you that... it’s purely subjective and frankly, a bit of a roll of the dice. Just go with whatever your gut is telling you! 😉

jadehawk83 said:I had my nose done seven years ago. Since then, I've dealt with sinus issues more often—something I never struggled with before surgery. When it gets cold, only my left nostril runs, never the right. Plus, there's this tiny little divot where the bump used to be; it's wider than it was originally. But honestly, I'm an outlier here—I went in to fix a bump and ended up with a nose as wide as a boxer's. My mistake, really; I was young and reckless, and I didn't do enough research on the surgeon. Now? I wouldn't go back to him if my life depended on it. I'm currently hunting for top-tier specialists who actually excel at secondary rhinoplasty—specifically for the tougher cases—so if anyone has recommendations, please let me know. It’s hard to trust anyone anymore. To make matters worse, every doctor who sees me now just looks at my nose and asks, "Who did this to you?" 🙂

I hear you... /
I also went through the whole "enhancement" process, and if I had known what to expect, I never would have stepped foot in a clinic. In the beginning—back when my nose looked even worse than it does now—it wasn't such a huge deal. But now? I find myself constantly wondering why I ever felt the need to do this. Sure, it looked bad then, but now I'm just sitting here worrying about what else might go wrong. Things are relatively okay for now, but I can't help but wonder what complications will pop up in a few years.😕

All things considered, I don't recommend it. If I’d had any foresight, I probably would've just changed my hairstyle instead. I breathed perfectly fine through my mouth until I was 21; I could have just left well enough alone.
*sigh*🙄

Hey everyone! So, I’m about five and a half months out from my septorhinoplasty, and honestly? My nose still looks super swollen on the sides near the bone and right at the tip. Does that sound normal to you guys? Especially that bony part—it looks pretty wide. It feels really hard to the touch, too. I have this nagging feeling they actually had to break my bone during the procedure, but I’m just guessing because nobody really sat me down and explained that part. I had the whole thing done at the hospital.

Back again. So, I’m looking into getting a rhinoplasty. I've got this massive bump on my nose that just totally ruins my whole look—honestly, it's a huge blow to my confidence. To make matters worse, my bank account is currently screaming "no" at the idea of surgery, so I'm wondering if there's any way to get this done for free, or if that's even a thing. How do I even start searching for this? Where should I go first? Basically, everything. Please, someone help a person out. :S

Justin Parker7 said:It’s me again... I’m thinking about getting cosmetic surgery, specifically a rhinoplasty. I have this huge bump on my nose that just ruins my entire facial profile. It makes me feel terrible about myself. On top of that, I don't really have the money for it right now, so I was wondering if there is any way to get it done for free, or even if that's possible at all. How should I even start looking? Where do I go first? Any and all advice would be appreciated... :S

If you're looking for something free, your only shot is through the hospital system... Your first step would be to visit your primary care physician to get a referral to an ENT specialist. You'd likely need to argue that you're having trouble breathing or that you have a deviated septum—even if you aren't entirely sure that's the case. Then, if you're lucky enough to find a doctor who will agree to do it, and assuming they actually perform cosmetic procedures... or perhaps you could research beforehand which doctors specialize in that area... well, anyway, I hope that helps a little bit...🙂