Rhinoplasty: Experiences and recovery tips?

Ryan Garcia39 said:So they have to be both a plastic surgeon AND an ENT? Who are the best ones in NYC to actually go to?

Based on everyone talking on the Forum lately—Smith and Baker fit both descriptions perfectly.

Quick question for the group. We all know nobody wants to end up looking like Miss Piggy after surgery, but you guys mentioned "piggy noses" too. Can someone please give me an example or even a photo?

Olivia Edwards23 said:Greetings, I have one question.🙂I went to see the doctor using a referral for an ENT exam regarding a deviation. Does anyone know if I need to make an appointment first, or can I just show up?🤷

You really need to call 37 87 108 first (I think that's the ENT department). They'll get you scheduled within a month, maybe even sooner. Just don't show up there unannounced, because you won't be able to get anything done. 🙂

rustygardener172 said:Just checking in with a quick update... I went in for my checkup this weekend. It’s been nearly five months since the surgery, and my doctor seems pleased with the progress. He mentioned that the tip of my nose is still showing a bit of swelling. Apparently, even the bone structure itself feels swollen right now, but that should subside, eventually making the nose look slimmer. My nasal conchae are also quite inflamed—one side more than the other. I’ve been advised to rinse with saline solution every single morning through the summer, especially since I plan on doing plenty of scuba diving 😁

Wait, what do you mean the bones are still swollen???
That’s news to me.😕.
Isn't it more likely that it's just the soft tissue that's still reacting?
And is it really normal to still be dealing with that much swelling after five whole months??

briskseal99 said:What do you mean your bones are still swollen???
That’s a first for me😕.
Couldn't it just be soft tissue swelling???
And what about being that swollen even after five months??

Where a bone breaks, you get calluses forming... so when you touch it, it feels hard like bone, but it isn't. Eventually, those bony spots recede. I have them all over the place, and my doctor told me my nose will actually look narrower once they settle down.
Look, I'm not "that" swollen... you totally took me the wrong way... honestly, I don't even feel swollen myself, I actually thought everything had already gone down... but my doctor told me the tip of my nose and the "bone" on the sides will still slim down a bit more. He definitely knows more about this than I do. Recovering from nose surgery takes a full year before you can even see the final result... especially if it's your second time going under the knife... it can take even longer because the tissue is obviously weaker than it was after the first surgery, so it needs more time to heal properly.

Megan Moore76 said:Regarding everyone being discussed on the Forum lately—Smith and Baker are both definitely guilty of it.

So, I wanted to ask something. We all know nobody wants to end up looking like Miss Piggy after surgery, but you guys keep mentioning a "Slide" nose. Can someone give me an example or a photo, please?

I think calling a nose a "Slide" is just like saying it looks like Miss Piggy's... except Miss Piggy is a comment on the face, while "Slide" is more of a description of the profile.

rustygardener172 said:Where bones have been fractured, calcification sets in... to the touch, it feels like bone, but it isn't. Eventually, those calcified spots recede. I've got them all over, and he told me my nose will actually look narrower once they settle down.
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I've got this little bump right at the bridge of my nose—sides and front too. I'm guessing it's calcification since the area is pretty swollen. Can I smooth that bump out by massaging it—maybe using a bit more pressure—so it eventually disappears? What's even the point of these massages in the first place?

I honestly feel like a Miss Piggy look is pretty much unavoidable for those first couple of weeks 😳

rustygardener172 how long did it take before you actually noticed any real changes in the swelling going down? It’s only day 10 for me since the surgery, and I guess maybe it looks a tiny bit less "piggy" than that first day when I finally got the mold off, but I’m still feeling pretty depressed about it ☕

Carol Diaz31 said:I honestly think I’m stuck with that Miss Piggy look for at least the first few weeks, unfortunately. 😳

rustygardener172 How long did it take before you actually noticed any real changes in the swelling? I’m on day 10 post-op and it looks just a tiny bit less "piggy" than when I first took the mold off, but I’m still feeling pretty depressed about it. ☕

For me, the pig look finally started to fade after about two weeks, but man, the swelling hung around for at least a month... maybe even longer. I ran into a friend yesterday who hadn't seen me since about a month or month and a half after my surgery, and she was totally shocked. She told me my nose looks tiny now and that she’s only just realizing how swollen it actually was before! 😁
As for the Slide, I think that’s still the part that looks way too rounded in profile and just way too upturned from the front. 😁

Taylor Chase3 said:I've got this little bump right at the base of my nose, kind of on the side and front too. I’m guessing it might be some bone growth since the whole area feels pretty swollen. Do you think if I massage it—like, give it some decent pressure—that the bump might smooth out and eventually disappear? What's the actual point of those massages anyway?

Look, I can't tell you for sure if massage does anything for the actual bone structure... once bone starts hardening like that, it's usually gonna stay put regardless of what you do. Massages are really more about "skin memory," you know? It helps make sure the skin doesn't get stuck or cling to the nose, and it keeps the circulation moving so any swelling goes down faster.

rustygardener172 said:I mean, I stopped looking like a total pig after about two weeks, but man, I was pretty swollen for at least a month... maybe even longer. I ran into this girl yesterday who hadn't seen me since, I don't know, maybe a month or a month and a half post-op... she was honestly shocked when she saw me. She told me my nose looks tiny now and that she’s only just realizing how much it was actually swollen before. 😁
The Slide, if I recall correctly, is still that one that looks a bit too rounded in profile and way too upturned from the front. 😁

It’s fine, nothing catastrophic, I just hope this whole thing flies by as fast as possible.🙂

Hey ladies. There’s a post over on page 2 of this Forum by Dalia23. She shared some pretty interesting info, though she didn't actually drop the doctor's name. Based on what she wrote—and the fact that women are apparently traveling from abroad just to see him—he must be quite the big deal... If any of you ladies have managed to sniff out who this doctor is, please let me know. Dalia23 hasn't logged in for ages, and since she was mostly active right at the start of this thread, I doubt she'll be popping back up anytime soon.

casualgardener21 said:Hey ladies. If you check out page 2 of this Forum, there’s a post from Dalia23. She wrote something pretty interesting, but she didn't drop the doctor's name. Based on what she said about people traveling from abroad to see him, he must be pretty big-time internationally... If any of you girls have figured out who that doctor is, please let me know! Dalia23 hasn't logged on here in forever, and honestly, I think she was only active in this specific thread right at the start, so I doubt she'll pop back up.

I'm not even sure who Dalia23 is talking about... People travel from overseas to see Smith all the time. Last time I went in for a check-up, he was actually operating on a guy who flew in all the way from Germany. But then again, I bet people fly in for almost all our surgeons... the prices here are way lower than they are in the States.
P.S. Have you tried digging through Dalia's old posts? I'm dying to know if she actually went through with that other surgery and how everything turned out. 😁

rustygardener172 said:I can't tell you for sure if massage actually helps the bones... eventually, the calcification just decides to stage a full-blown rebellion on its own. Massages are more for the goat's memory—to make sure the goat doesn't get stuck to its nose... plus it helps circulation so the swelling goes down faster...

"A rebellion?!?!" Hahahaha, man, these stupid phones with their autocorrect are killing me hahahaha... I meant "go down," not "rebellion."😂

Greetings to everyone here on the Forum, and a special hello to those currently facing—or perhaps, like myself, having already moved past—challenges involving nasal aesthetics, such as structural deviations or similar concerns.

Having spent years competing in Kickbox, my nose has endured quite a few breaks and various injuries over time. This eventually resulted in a significant change to my appearance—it’s now quite prominent, high, hooked, and even looks somewhat crooked from the front, almost like an S-shape. Beyond just the aesthetics, I’ve been dealing with near-impossible breathing through my right nostril and some general difficulty on the left side as well. I suppose, like many athletes, I used to look in the mirror at my nose with a certain level of detachment, almost without any real emotion, and it didn't bother me terribly much at first. However, given the breathing issues, I have finally decided to move forward with surgery.

I have spent quite a long time researching and gathering information regarding various surgical techniques, potential outcomes, recovery processes, and the reputations of aesthetic surgeons both in Germany and throughout the States. It simply didn't occur to me at the time to just lie down on the operating table for every charlatan who currently carries the title of cosmetic surgeon.
It seems that in Germany, many established surgeons struggle to successfully perform functional procedures on their own, often finding it necessary to call in an ENT specialist to assist. I suppose that is perfectly acceptable, provided they are truly experts and maintain full transparency about the situation; however, in my estimation, many of them simply lack that level of professionalism.
They were unable to provide satisfactory answers to many of my inquiries, and frankly, they failed to instill any sense of confidence or professional competence in me. I began to develop this growing, unsettling feeling that their investigation was essentially a game of Russian roulette—one that would eventually expand its scope to include the North America. This is particularly troubling because I hold our own experts in such high regard; those who truly possess the genuine expertise we need.

After quite some time spent scouring the internet for answers, the direction became unmistakable: I should head toward Makarska to see Dr. Smith.

Mr. Dr. Smith is truly a wonderful individual—a consummate expert and a dedicated professional. Above all else, he is someone who has remained grounded and realistic, despite the fact that his level of skill and expertise far surpasses most surgeons I have encountered in my career, and I have certainly met quite a few of them.

From the initial organization—starting with the driver picking me up at the airport—to the hotel reservation and even the initial consultations, I have found myself quite fascinated by the level of care provided. The driver was an exceptionally kind individual who, seeing that I was visiting this part of the coast for the first time, took the liberty of sharing plenty of local history and keeping me informed about both the various possibilities available to me and the general current state of things in the country. As for the hotel, it was truly excellent; situated right in the heart of downtown Makarska, just a five-minute walk from the clinic, the service was both courteous and highly professional, and I would say the food was absolutely top-tier.

Last night, Mr. Dr. Smith personally picked me up in his own vehicle. After our consultation, he drove me back to the Hotel. Throughout our discussion, Mr. Dr. Smith was incredibly thorough, addressing every single one of my questions with such professional precision that I found myself quite impressed. He actually managed to identify several nuances that, I suppose, even the specialists in Munich failed to mention—specifically regarding the muscle pulling my nose downward and the fact that the left side has also become compromised.

The next morning, on Sunday, even though Mr. Dr. Smith describes himself as a bit of a night owl, he actually came by personally to pick me up and drive me to the clinic so he could get everything ready for my surgery. His team—who were just as kind, witty, and highly skilled as he is—welcomed me so warmly that I suppose you could say the whole procedure got off to a rather pleasant start.

The anesthesiologist on Dr. Smith’s team is truly a top-tier professional. He took the time to walk me through every single stage of the anesthesia process, ensuring I understood exactly what to expect before he very gently "turned out the lights."
After about an hour and forty minutes, the surgery was finally completed, and I have been moved into the recovery room.
Once I finally started coming around, Dr. Smith showed me exactly what he had managed to remove from my nasal passages—the polyps, various fragments, and everything else. 🙂 ...so that he could personally drive me to the Hotel afterwards.
The kind Doctor's team was thoughtful enough to hand me a bag on my way out of the clinic containing a cheese burek and some yogurt. It was quite a gesture, allowing me to spend the rest of the day just lying back in my room, recovering peacefully without having to worry about finding something to eat.

Over the coming days, Dr. Smith was incredibly attentive to my recovery. We actually managed to develop a rather genuine human connection during our time together, which allowed me to learn quite a bit about his life and his extensive experience working abroad. He would personally come to pick me up and drive me to my dressing changes; during those drives, he spoke with such care, almost as if he were personally tending to my nose after I had returned home, and he took the time to walk me through the intricate details of the surgery itself.

The sutures were removed just one day after my surgery, which I found quite helpful, as it allowed me to sleep much more comfortably during the following days.
Regarding the actual rhinoplasty procedure itself, I should probably mention that the dorsal hump was entirely removed. There was also some tearing at the tip and along the base of the nose, and the overall length of the nose was shortened.
To have achieved that kind of result, his nose would have essentially had to be shattered into four different pieces; yet, here we are, just ten days post-op, and I suppose almost all traces of the surgery are virtually invisible now.

I honestly didn't feel any pain at all, perhaps just a slight bit of pressure while the nasal sponges were being placed, but fortunately, those weren't in there for very long.
In the end, even my return trip was neatly organized by Dr. Smith, and his kind driver dropped me off right at the airport.

What else can I say, besides a massive thank you to the Doctor? I am beyond thrilled with the results, especially since I had the chance to meet such a skilled expert and a genuinely cool guy.

For anyone thinking along the lines of, "The guy is from Germany, he must have made a killing off this," I'm afraid I have to disappoint you. The pricing is perfectly reasonable and clearly posted on the wall of the clinic. I should also mention that Dr. Smith didn't charge me for the exams, the consultation, or any of the supplies provided for my trip home—like the pills, tapes, creams, oils, and drops. He didn't even charge for transport, and even the Hotel rate is about 10% cheaper when Dr. Smith handles the reservation.

I'm a pretty transparent person; even though I hold a professional position in Germany, I stand by my experience and have nothing to hide. I'm happy to answer any questions you might have, but rather than me writing endlessly, I'd suggest you just look at the results for yourselves.

Before Surgery:
http://img703.imageshack.us/i/rechtsa.jpg/

1 Day Post-Op:
http://img30.imageshack.us/i/naseb.jpg/

8 Days Post-Op:
http://img543.imageshack.us/i/9tagepostop.gif/

P.S. Please excuse any grammatical slips; living abroad for 14 years tends to leave its mark.🙂

Best regards,
Jasmin

Maria Bishop3 said:Hey everyone on the Forum, especially those dealing with the same stuff I used to struggle with: an ugly nose, a deviated septum, and all that good stuff.

I spent years training in Kickbox, and my nose took just about as much punishment as it could handle. Between all the breaks and injuries, my face ended up looking pretty different—I’ve got this high, hooked, eagle-like nose that’s even crooked from the front, shaped like a damn letter S. On top of the looks, breathing through my right nostril is basically impossible, and the left side gives me trouble too. Honestly, like most athletes, I used to look in the mirror at my nose with total indifference; it didn't really bother me emotionally. But eventually, I realized I couldn't ignore it anymore, so I decided to pull the trigger on surgery.

I’ve spent a long time digging through data and scouting out everything from surgical techniques and recovery timelines to which plastic surgeons actually know what they're doing—whether that's over in Germany or right here in the States. I wasn't about to just roll over and let any random quack calling themselves a "surgeon" operate on me.
Take Germany, for example. You see plenty of esthetic surgeons over there who can't even pull off a functional procedure without calling in an ENT specialist to bail them out. Look, if they’re experts and they're being transparent about it, fine—no skin off my nose. But let's be real: a lot of them aren't.
They couldn't answer half my questions, and honestly, they didn't exactly inspire any confidence in their expertise either. I kept getting this sinking feeling that I was playing Russian roulette. It feels like they're eventually going to expand their investigation into the North America, which is wild because I have massive respect for our experts—the ones who actually know what they're doing.

After digging through the internet for a while, I finally made up my mind. It was pretty obvious: I'm heading straight to Makarska to see Dr. Smith.

Mr. Dr. Smith is a fantastic guy—a true expert and a total professional. But more importantly, he’s a realist who keeps his feet firmly planted on the ground. Even though his skill level and expertise put him leagues above almost every other surgeon I've crossed paths with (and trust me, I've met plenty), he hasn't let any of that go to his head.

I’m still genuinely impressed by how smooth everything was, from the organization side of things—like having a driver pick me up at the airport—all the way down to the hotel booking and the initial consultations. My driver was incredibly kind; since it was my first time visiting the area, he took the time to walk me through the local history and gave me the lowdown on what’s actually happening in the country right now. As for the hotel, it was fantastic. It’s right in the heart of downtown Makarska, just a five-minute walk from the clinic. The staff were professional and super friendly, and honestly, the food was top-tier.

Last night, Mr. Dr. Smith actually picked me up in his own car. After we finished the consultation, he drove me right back to my hotel. During our talk, Mr. Dr. Smith answered every single one of my questions with incredible precision—he really knows his stuff down to the tiniest detail. He even managed to spot things that the specialists in Munich didn't even bother mentioning, like that specific muscle pulling my nose downward and how the left side is actually worse off.

The next morning (Sunday), even though Mr. Dr. Smith claims he's a total night owl, he actually showed up personally to pick me up and drive me to the clinic so I could get prepped for surgery. His team—who were just as kind, funny, and professional as he is—welcomed me with open arms. It made starting the procedure a whole lot easier when you're in such a great mood.

The anesthesiologist on Dr. Smith’s team is a total pro. He walked me through every single stage of the anesthesia process just so he could very gently "turn out the lights" when the time came.
Surgery's finally done. It took an hour and 40 minutes, but I'm out and currently being moved to recovery.
Once I finally came around, Dr. Smith actually showed me everything he’d pulled out of my nose—the polyp, fragments, and all that junk. 🙂 ...so that he’d actually drive me personally to the Hotel afterward.
The Doctor's team was actually pretty sweet—as I was heading out of the office, they handed me a bag with some cheese burek and yogurt. It was a nice touch, letting me just crash in my room for the rest of the day to recover without having to worry about finding something to eat.

Over the next few days, Dr. Smith was actually really looking out for me. We ended up forming a genuine connection during that time; he opened up quite a bit about his life and all the work he’s done working abroad. He’d even swing by to pick me up and drive me to my dressing changes. It felt like he was personally tending to me after some major nose surgery, walking me through every single detail of the operation as if I were recovering right in my own living room.

They pulled my packing sponges out the day after surgery, so I was able to sleep pretty comfortably for the rest of the recovery.
Regarding the actual nose work, I have to say: the hump is completely gone, the tip and nostrils are slightly narrower, and the nose looks shorter.
To get this result, they basically had to break the nose in four different directions, but here I am just 10 days post-op and almost all the surgical traces are invisible.

I didn't feel any pain at all, aside from a bit of pressure while the sponges were still in there, but thankfully they weren't in for very long.
At the end of it all, the trip back was fully organized by Dr. Smith, and his kind driver dropped me off right in Orlando.

What else can I say? A huge thank you to the Doctor. I am beyond thrilled with the results, especially since I got the chance to meet such a great expert and a genuinely cool guy.

For those of you thinking along the lines of, "The guy is from Germany, the Doctor definitely made a killing off him," I hate to disappoint you. The price was totally fair and is clearly posted on the wall in the office. I should also mention that Dr. Smith didn't charge me for the exams, the consultation, or any of the supplies he gave me for the trip home (pills, tapes, creams, oils, drops), nor for the transport. Even the Hotel rate is 10% cheaper when Dr. Smith books it for you.

I’m a transparent person. Even though I hold a high-level position back in Germany, I’m standing by my experience and I have nothing to hide. I’m happy to answer any questions you have, but rather than me writing a novel, just look at the results and see for yourself.

Before Surgery:
http://img703.imageshack.us/i/rechtsa.jpg/

1 Day Post-Op:
http://img30.imageshack.us/i/naseb.jpg/

8 Days Post-Op:
http://img543.imageshack.us/i/9tagepostop.gif/

P.S. Please ignore any typos—living abroad for 14 years definitely takes its toll.🙂

Best,
Jasmin

I'm really glad to see you're happy and satisfied after the surgery... but the fact remains that everyone who has seen Dr. Smith has nothing but praise and satisfaction, and most importantly, they are happy with their noses (both functionally and aesthetically).

rustygardener172 said:There’s just no logic here. Someone already pointed out earlier that they would never dream of going to a plastic surgeon for nose surgery unless that person was also an ENT. I wouldn't either!
Folks, seriously, getting a nose job isn't the same thing as getting breast implants. The nose actually has a job to do... breathing!

Uhm, I'm pretty sure breasts have a function too 😉!

But I'm with you on the idea that function matters way more than looks... besides, aesthetics fade as you get older anyway...

velvetangler17 said:I'm honestly just so happy to see you feeling good and satisfied after the surgery... but the reality is that everyone who went to Dr. Smith has nothing but glowing praise for him—and most importantly, they’re thrilled with how their noses turned out, both functionally and aesthetically.

True, but you ended up choosing Glumičić anyway—plus, Smith is right there in your city. I actually lean toward Glumičić too, even though it would be way more "convenient" for me to just get it done in Makarska. Besides, I've seen a few of Smith's results in person that weren't exactly amazing.

Maria Bishop3 said:Hey everyone on the Forum, especially those dealing with similar stuff (well, things I used to deal with) like a messed up nose, a deviated septum, and all that...

I spent years doing Kickbox, and my nose basically took a beating with constant breaks and injuries. It totally changed how I look—think eagle nose, high bridge, bumpy, and crooked from the front like an S shape. Plus, breathing through my right nostril was nearly impossible, and the left side was a struggle too. Like any athlete, I kind of just looked at my nose with this detached vibe, not letting it get to me too much, but eventually, I just knew I had to go under the knife...

I spent forever digging around, gathering info on surgical techniques, what the recovery is actually like, and looking for decent cosmetic surgeons in Germany or back home in the States, because honestly, it never crossed my mind to just roll the dice on some random hack calling themselves a plastic surgeon nowadays...
For example, in Germany, a lot of cosmetic surgeons can’t even handle the functional side of things and have to call in an ENT specialist. That’s fine if they’re pros and totally upfront about it, but man, a lot of them aren't...
A ton of them couldn't give me straight answers, and they didn't exactly inspire confidence or show real expertise. I started feeling more and more like I was playing Russian roulette, so I expanded my search to include specialists in the States since I really respect the experts over here who actually know their stuff...

After a long time of searching the web, it became crystal clear: heading to Makarska to see Smith.

Mr. Dr. Smith is just an amazing person—a total expert and a pro, but above all, he’s a grounded guy and a realist, even though his skill level puts him way above most surgeons I've met, and trust me, I've met plenty...

From the organization itself—like having a driver pick me up from the airport, getting the Hotel booked, all the way to the consultation—I was just blown away. The driver was such a sweetheart; since it was my first time in the area, he told me so much about the history and kept me posted on everything going on in the country. The Hotel was awesome, right in the heart of Makarska (just a 5-minute walk from the clinic), the staff was super polite and professional, and the food? Top tier...

That evening, Mr. Dr. Smith actually came to pick me up in his own car, and after our consultation, he drove me back to the Hotel. During the consult, Mr. Dr. Smith answered every single one of my questions with insane detail and managed to spot things that the specialists in Munich didn't even mention (like a specific muscle pulling my nose downward, and how the left side was actually worse)

The next morning (Sunday), even though Mr. Dr. Smith says he's a total night owl, he still came to get me personally and drove me to the clinic to get me ready for surgery. His team—which is so kind, fun, and professional—welcomed me so warmly that I actually started the whole process in a great mood...

The Anesthesiologist on Dr. Smith's team was a complete pro; he walked me through every stage of the anesthesia before gently "turning out the lights"...
After about an hour and 40 minutes, the surgery was done, and I was moved to the recovery room.
Once I came to, Dr. Smith showed me everything he had removed from my nose (the bump and other bits 🙂 ) and then personally drove me back to the Hotel.
The lovely Doctor's team even gave me a bag on my way out with a cheese Burek and yogurt, so I could just chill in my room and recover without having to worry about food for the rest of the day...

Over the following days, Dr. Smith was so incredibly caring. We even managed to build a nice human connection where I got to hear all sorts of stories about his life and his work abroad. He kept coming by to pick me up and drive me for my dressing changes, explaining how to care for my nose once I got home, and walking me through the details of the surgery again...

They took my packing out just one day after the surgery, so I was able to sleep pretty comfortably during the rest of my stay...
Regarding the actual work on the nose, I gotta say: the hump is totally gone, there's some slight tearing at the tip and base, and the nose looks shorter now.
To get that specific look, they actually had to break the nose on four sides, but honestly, even just 10 days out from the procedure, almost all the signs of surgery are basically invisible...

I didn't feel any pain at all, really... just a little bit of pressure while those sponges were inside my nose, but luckily they weren't in there for very long.
At the end of everything, the ride back was also organized by Dr. Smith, and his super nice driver dropped me right off in the city...

What else can I even say? Just a huge thank you to Mr. Dr. Smith... and seriously, I am beyond thrilled with the results, especially since I got to meet such an amazing expert and just a genuinely cool guy.

For anyone thinking stuff like, "The guy is from Germany, he definitely made a killing off this patient," well, I hate to disappoint you, but the price was totally fair... it’s clearly posted right there on the wall in the office. And I should mention that Dr. Smith didn't charge me for the exams, the consultation, or any of the supplies he gave me for the trip (pills, tapes, creams, oils, drops), nor for the transport... even the Hotel was 10% cheaper because Dr. Smith booked it for me.

I'm a totally transparent person, even though I hold a high-level position back in Germany, and I'm standing by my experience—I have nothing to hide. If you guys have questions, I'm here for you, but instead of me writing forever, just look at the results and see for yourself...

Before Surgery:
http://img703.imageshack.us/i/rechtsa.jpg/

1 Day Post-Op:
http://img30.imageshack.us/i/naseb.jpg/

8 Days Post-Op:
http://img543.imageshack.us/i/9tagepostop.gif/

P.S. please ignore any typos, living abroad for 14 years definitely takes its toll on my grammar...🙂

Best,
Jasmin

Your nose looks awesome, major props to Smith! I'm counting down the days until my consultation in 7 months and my surgery at the end of summer 😁

mistyeagle4 said:Khm, I honestly think breasts have a purpose too 😉!

What purpose? Nursing? Not every woman is planning on having kids, and let's be real, plenty of them don't breastfeed anyway 😁. Stimulating the male gender? Please, guys get worked up over tiny ones all the time. Does it make clothes fit better? Hmm, maybe, but that depends on the look. Can you wear a nipple piercing? 🙂 I mean, you can, but you don't have to.
Personally, I'm struggling to find a vital biological function for them... you can live a perfectly high-quality life without them, but can you live without being able to breathe properly? 😁

Maria Bishop3 said:Hey everyone on the Forum, especially those dealing with the same stuff I used to struggle with—ugly nose shape, deviated septum, all that good stuff.
...
Before Surgery:
http://img703.imageshack.us/i/rechtsa.jpg/

1 Day Post-Op:
http://img30.imageshack.us/i/naseb.jpg/

8 Days Post-Op:
http://img543.imageshack.us/i/9tagepostop.gif/

P.S. Please ignore any typos—living abroad for 14 years definitely leaves its mark.🙂

Cheers,
Jasmin

I’m guessing you’re that guy from Germany I was talking about in my last post? 🙂 I had a check-up this past Saturday, and during our chat, the doctor mentioned he just finished working on a boxer's nose from Germany, and man, he really had his work cut out for him with that one. 😁
I am seriously happy to see you're pleased with the results. Your nose looks awesome! It still looks pretty swollen, obviously... but once that swelling dies down, it’s going to be perfect!
I second everything you said about the doctor and his whole crew. They’re top-tier.
Keep us posted on how the recovery goes, okay?
Take care!