I originally had a relatively long nose, so from the front it looked like a drooping, arrow-shaped nose, and from the side, the tip of my nose had a strong slightly droopy look. When I smiled or talked, the nasal tip looked like it came down even more, so being photographed was stressful. On top of that, I also had nasal congestion because of a deviated septum, so this time I decided to address both the shape and the function.
Rather than saying the nasal tip definitely looks more upturned than before, it feels more refined. Before, it had a strong long and droopy impression, but now the nasal tip looks defined, and my facial proportions look much more balanced. From the front, the feeling of my nose dropping down long has decreased, and from the side, the nasal tip has naturally lifted, so the heavy, stuffy impression is gone. Especially when I smile, I can really feel that the nasal tip comes down less. Before, my nose looked longer every time I made facial expressions, but now that part has improved a lot..
Maybe because I had functional surgery done together, breathing has definitely become more comfortable. It does not feel completely wide open, but the stuffiness from one side being blocked has reduced a lot. I think I also sleep with my mouth open less often, and my throat feels less dry in the morning.
I heard that since it has only been one month, there may still be some internal swelling, but I would be satisfied even if it stays just like this. Most of the major swelling is gone, and it feels like only minor swelling remains. It still feels slightly firm to the touch, but externally it looks natural. People around me say more often that my impression has become clearer rather than asking, “What did you get done?” Maybe because it is a male nose, it does not look excessively flashy.
It has only been one month, so I still need to watch it more, but so far I am satisfied with both the shape and the function. I think it will look even more natural around the 3-month mark, so I am looking forward to it.