For younger individuals, particularly teenagers and young adults, the decision to undergo rhinoplasty can be complex and challenging. This is especially true for young men, who may face additional societal pressures and stigmas surrounding cosmetic procedures. Despite these challenges, many young people find that rhinoplasty can be a transformative experience, both physically and emotionally.
In this post, we explore our patient, George’s, journey. As a 20-year-old college student, he decided to undergo rhinoplasty to address a nasal bump resulting from a childhood soccer injury. George’s story offers valuable insights into the decision-making process, the surgical experience, and the impact of the procedure on his life.
Making the Decision To Have Rhinoplasty
George broke his nose as a young teen playing soccer, and the injury left him with a noticeable bump. Dr. Parker felt this procedure would be quick and simple using a closed rhinoplasty technique. During closed rhinoplasty, Dr. Parker makes incisions hidden on the inside of the nostrils and corrects relatively minor shape problems like George’s bump.
“It was a quick decision to have the surgery. I went in for a consult on a different procedure and mentioned my nose. Dr. Parker felt it would be a simple thing to fix and even showed me on the computer how my nose would look after surgery. It looked great, and I decided to have it done, too,” George said.
George was a little nervous about his rhinoplasty procedure but after speaking with Angela and Dr. Parker prior to the surgery, he relaxed and felt ready to go ahead. His mother, who accompanied him to the appointment, also fell in love with the Parker Center and approved of her son’s decision.
“I’m kind of a nervous guy, so this was a big deal to me. I felt like Dr. Parker and Angela … really made sure I felt okay about the surgery; they made it an easy process,” explained George.
Recovery From Rhinoplasty
The Parker Center uses a unique set of protocols known as the Rapid Recovery Program to get patients back to their normal activities as soon as possible. The program helps reduce swelling and bruising by using medications, supplements, and lymphatic massage. Most patients feel that it’s a key factor in the ease of their recovery.
Even though George lives 2 ½ hours from the Parker Center, he followed the recovery instructions carefully and made the trips back for the lymphatic massages. Being a naturally speedy healer and using the Rapid Recovery Program, George was lucky enough that he had virtually no bruising or swelling after 1 week.
“Right after I took the bandages off, about 7 days post-op, I went out with a bunch of my friends. I had no swelling or bruising; no one noticed a thing, which was just what I wanted,” said George.
Breathing & Sleeping Benefits
George had male rhinoplasty surgery because the bump on his nose bothered him aesthetically. However, since the surgery, he’s noticed that his breathing and sleeping have improved, and he no longer snores.
“I never thought I had a breathing problem before the surgery, but now I can feel I’m breathing better. I’m extremely happy I had this done. My nose, I never expected it to look this good. It looks very natural. My parents are extremely pleased, and my mom is even considering going back to Dr. Parker for herself,” George said.
Considering Rhinoplasty?
If you’re interested in learning more about male rhinoplasty at our New Jersey practice, use our online form to request a consultation or call us at (201) 967-1212 for a consultation.
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