Last month I went to my one month check up post pedicle removal. My amazing Plastic Surgeon felt he could relieve more of the thickness on the left side of my nose. I now will be undergoing a 4th surgery on Friday. I honestly think I could have lived with it, but really appreciate an honest doctor who will not be satisfied until my nose is perfect! I will keep you posted!
October 27th - Today is the day I have the last of the stitches removed!!! The wonderful compassionate Nurse, Mo, removed the last of the stitches. Believe me...she is wonderful. I Love Dr. Reuben and his Office Staff. The Receptionist was so helpful, Mo was so compassionate and reassuring, and Dr. Reuben so competent and has a very confident and reassuring "bedside manner." All in all, with my parttime job…
October 17th - After 3 weeks from the day of the Forehead Flap procedure, my Amazing Plastic Surgeon gave me the option of doing the Pedicle Detachment under General Anesthesia at the Hospital, or a Local Anesthesia at his office (one hour procedure). After my Forehead Flap procedure under General Anesthesia ( 6 total hours at the hospital with prep and recovery) and experiencing 6 loooong hours of absolute nausea, I…
Second Week of the Forehead Flap - Feeling a little more comfortable going out. I covered the pedicle with flesh colored bandaids.
Oh, I forgot to mention...I got contact lenses right after the Forehead Flap procedure, as I could no longer wear my glasses.
