Because the bulbous nose correction from my first surgery did not go properly, I kept worrying about it and eventually decided on revision surgery. Now that it is done, I finally feel at ease sharing my review.
I hope this helps anyone who is also considering revision surgery for a short nose, even a little bit.
I had the surgery at [Clinic A]. After my first nose surgery, the tip still looked low and blunt, to the point that I did not want to look in the mirror. When deciding on this revision for a short nose, I focused a lot on correcting the bulbous nose and increasing the tip height.
Because it was a revision, I was really worried right up until surgery day about whether it would go well this time, but in the end I truly think I made the right choice.
This time they used autologous costal cartilage, and it really seems to have firmly supported the tip, because the shape has not collapsed and is being maintained beautifully.
Right after surgery, because of the nature of short-nose revision, there was quite a bit of swelling. But the pain was not as severe as I had feared, and when I managed it with light walks, the major swelling went down quickly.
Since it was a revision, I was honestly worried recovery would be slow. But as time passed after the short-nose revision, the residual swelling also cleared quickly and the line gradually became more defined. People around me knew how much I had struggled emotionally over this short-nose revision, so I got a lot of messages asking whether the surgery went well.
These days, when I meet friends, they say my nose shape is so pretty and ask where I had it done, and I feel amazing. My own satisfaction is high, but it seems others can also tell that the short-nose revision was a success! haha
After some time passed, it no longer feels awkward at all, and every time I look in the mirror, I feel happy thanks to the more elevated tip and the slimmer bulbous nose line.
If I had known a single short-nose revision could change my impression this much, I would have done it sooner.
Through this short-nose revision, I felt deeply that whether it is a first surgery or a revision, choosing the hospital is truly important.
I think you need to meet a skilled surgeon for the result to be satisfying!
If anyone like me is looking into short-nose revision because of a short nose or bulbous nose, please make a careful decision and choose a place that clearly explains the right materials and surgical method for you.
I hope my review helps with your decision. Everyone, become beautiful!