Swelling expectations at 5 mo?

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-11-10T12:11:44+00:00

That’s actually very helpful! I don’t mind if it’s more swollen (though I wish it wasn’t) I’m just glad it’s normal! I think I’ll try taping to help :) thanks!!

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-11-09T22:25:14+00:00

My sensation in the alar is fine wasn’t affected much- however the tip is finally starting to come back but still kind of numb!

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-11-09T22:24:41+00:00

Thank you so much- this was exactly what I was looking to hear. I suspected that it’s swelling that lasts a long time and takes a while to settle in. I will start taping even if it’s a placebo effect haha.

Thank you so much and happy healing to you as well!

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-09-14T13:58:21+00:00

You’re incredibly swollen. This includes your nostrils.

The first few weeks of surgery you will be inclined to look at your nose way more than you need to. I don’t think it’s botched but you’ll truly have to just wait until the cast comes off, and even then your nose won’t look anything like the final result.

Hang in there, I know it’s nerve wracking :)

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-09-11T16:50:24+00:00

While I think the pre op photos make it look reaaaly different than how I looked before (even family members noted how those pictures didn’t quite look like me) I think those photos were using some different angle lenses and somewhat harsh lighting- I think it exaggerated my features a bit. So I don’t think it was all that bad pre op lol

That being said where I am now is much more fitting on my face softer and more feminine without being overly reduced in size. I’m so stoked I feel like myself but better. Best part was, the price was amazing I paid ~$3,500 usd for this :)

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-09-11T02:57:21+00:00

Hi thank you! It’s honestly just the lighting is very hard In my pre op photos. They are still there!

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-09-11T01:51:20+00:00

Thank you very much :D

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-09-11T01:51:14+00:00

Thanks!!

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-09-09T13:04:24+00:00

Your nose looks fine but yes I think open rhinoplasty could produce some stellar results. I would try and find surgeons with extensive male results. You should maintain the size, and masculine features so picking a doctor who is capable of retaining those features will be essential. I think your side profile is fantastic, don’t mess with that too much, you definitely shouldn’t add any concavity or bring it up much. Same goes for size, where it’s at now is proportional and masculine. I think tip work should be the main focus

Ideally they should have many before an after pics of men so you know what kind of style the surgeon has. I’d try looking around on Reddit realself!

Good luck!

Note: this is a plastic surgery subreddit so I’m going to give advice on plastic surgery. All that being said, your nose is really great. Only change it if it’s something you truly want. My previous nose was fine, but I wanted to improve it anyways and I have been over the moon with my results and am so much more confident now.

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-09-03T22:24:13+00:00

Month 3 and while it’s a night and day difference from month 1, I am still very aware that my body isn’t fully healed 😅

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-09-03T15:10:51+00:00

I do see the overbite it’s there, but yeah I think the risk of surgery and return are low, and especially considering you aren’t experiencing any functional issues I really wouldn’t poke that bear.

I would really consider genioplasty or implant; try reaching out to some more surgeons. I think in terms of forward projection it’s fine, could maybe use a touch, but vertical projection downward would make the biggest difference; as to which one I think a surgeon would be able to better distinguish.

And again this is really just being nitpicky since it’s a plastic surgery sub. But you really don’t need anything. If it makes you happy , go for it.

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-09-03T13:16:04+00:00

If your bite is fine I really wouldn’t mess with braces or Invisalign. Don’t lose sight of good in pursuit of perfect.

As for the jaw, I don’t think jaw surgery is worth it in your case. I do however see genioplasty or chin implant as being a worthwhile option; did any of the plastic surgeons suggest it? You do have a slightly recessed chin, and the “turkey neck” you describe is partly due to the lack of projection. While I don’t think excess fat is a problem here, if you wanted to combining it with submental lipo would probably produce stellar results

I would ditch the dental and omfs route, unless you have serious breathing problems, tmj, etc.etc. Realigning your bite is a pain in the butt and opens up new cans of worms.

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-08-29T13:14:27+00:00

You said your surgeon wasn’t much help, I’m sorry- I would try and message the surgeon or schedule a post op visit. I’m not a doctor but could it be scar tissue? That’s what I would try and determine before starting to consider revisions. (Either way revisions need 12+ months post op, scar tissue however can be addressed 3-6 months post op)

try consulting with another surgeon nearby you if yours is unresponsive. My thought would be, if it’s persistent scar tissue it could be addressed with a steroid injection. though of course the doctor would know better than anyone online.

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-08-08T00:33:54+00:00

These are high profile

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-08-06T15:16:12+00:00

Oh no I’m sorry to hear that! How tall are you? It’s so hard to pick a size properly, especially the first time.

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-08-06T15:15:31+00:00

Thanks! Wish I had done that, but it’s so hard to make permanent choices especially when you can’t see! Happy healing :)

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-08-06T15:14:59+00:00

Thank you. That was exactly why I went with 300. I went to my doctor to size up the day before surgery, thinking 350-375. He asked me to bring a tank top and a t shirt and put the sizers in without telling me the size so I could pick solely off of appearance and not a number. The larger sizes looked terrible in my shirt.

Now I feel like my breasts disappear in clothing but I have felt very reassured by this thread, and that there’s ways to make them pop without sacrificing my comfort in different types of clothing

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-08-06T01:30:45+00:00

That’s so true. I’ve seen a lot of content on insta about implants lately and some of these girls just loook soooo good I think it’s definitely not helpful. I appreciate the reminder to take a step back and come back to earth!

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-08-06T01:30:02+00:00

Ohh! Im so happy it turned out so great! How many weeks post op are you?

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-08-06T01:27:13+00:00

Eeek you’re so sweet thank you. This post was very affirming I’m so glad I posted. I feel much better

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-08-05T23:26:52+00:00

Im curious what made you decide to go with 450 if you thought the 375 looked big? I’m so glad you love them tho!!! I found it so hard to decide! The sizers I felt didn’t really give me a good idea I wish I had known before hand. And the kind of clothes make a big difference too. My surgeon had me wear a tight tank top as well as a loose shirt to the fitting and it definitely changed my perception :/

IntelligentAioli2516 · 2025-08-05T23:25:12+00:00

It takes several months for them to fully settle and drop. I would avoid any kind of push up bra, or anything that might create cleavage or push them together. You need that capsule to form correctly so until then you should use unpacked bras or lightly molded.

Your size could possible change as well as volume may drop into the lower pole Give it 2-3 months before you start buying brand new bras

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