The surgery was really uncomfortable and tough, but once it became a bit more bearable after a week, time started passing quickly. Today is day 13, and I went to the clinic to have the stitches inside my mouth removed! They said I’ve recovered well without inflammation. Last time I left such a disorganized review, so I came back to write this one in a more organized way. I hope it helps, even a little, for those who are recovering.
Swelling There’s almost none left in my cheeks, but there is still swelling in my chin and neck. From the front, I look almost the same as before surgery, and from the side, maybe just a little like I gained weight? From day 10, I was able to go around without a mask. My friend asked if I had my wisdom teeth removed, and my friend’s older sister didn’t notice anything. The photo was taken this afternoon, but last night I was less swollen than that.
Pronunciation I can speak exactly the same as before surgery.
Food I can eat everything except hard foods. The day before yesterday, I slowly chewed and ate tteokbokki, and today I ate convenience store gimbap and chicken. It does get stuck inside my mouth and feels uncomfortable, but I just brush gently.
Pain Now I don’t even have tingling pain. It doesn’t hurt even when I press with my hand.
Sensation There’s no issue with sensation in my cheeks, including my lips, and only the chin tip feels slightly dull. Still, I can feel it even if I pinch it lightly.
People around me who have experience with facial contouring said my swelling went down quickly. It feels worth all the effort I put into managing itㅠㅠ I didn’t take swelling injections or medicine. I drank pumpkin juice with every meal and made sure to walk for more than 2 hours a day. I also did stretching and light exercise. I heard vitamin intake is important too, so I blended vegetables and ate a lot of them in juice, soup, and egg salad.
I was really worried about recovery, but now that I can live normally again, it’s so comfortable and niceㅠㅠ I have plans tomorrow, and I think if I put on makeup and go out, it won’t be noticeable. When I touch it, it feels slim, but visually I still don’t really see the contouring effect yet. I guess it’ll get prettier after a few monthsㅠ For now, I’m satisfied that I’ve recovered to looking similar to before surgery.
There was more I wanted to write, but I can’t rememberㅠ If you have any questions, please ask in the comments.
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