brianaalvarez Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Hello, so Ive never written about my experiences on a forum before but I decided I'd give it a try. I recently underwent V-line surgery, rhinoplasty, lateral osteotomy, alarplasty, a hump reduction to add a slope to my nose as well as adding projection and reducing the size of my tip, lastly I also had fat grafting to my forehead and cheeks, and a breast augmentation with Motiva ergonomix ( 450 cc ) for the most natural result at View Plastic Surgery hospital in Korea with Dr. Lee Ho Bin ( v-line surgery ), Dr. Lee Jin Ho ( rhinoplasty and fat grafting ), and Dr. Park Ji Hoon ( breast augmentation ). I wanted to undergo these procedures because for as long as i can remember I have been very unhappy with my angular jaw and i've always wanted a more femenine, slimmer face as well as a breast augmentation because being that I am transgender having no breasts have contributed to my gender dysphoria . My surgery was on February 27, 2020 it is now March 6, 2020. Im just under 10 days of being post-op. Day before surgery ( Feb. 26 ): The day before my surgery I had my second to last consultations with the doctors. They went over the details about my surgeries while showing me my CT scan so I could really visualize what exactly he would be doing during my surgery in regards to my jaw and chin surgery. We had now decided I would under go a T osteotomy and a cortical and long cut of my jaw for the slimmest result possible, a rhinoplasty, fat grafting to my face, and a breast augmentation with 450cc. Upon concluding these consultations I was one step closer to my surgeries which would be the next day. I was instructed by hospital staff to begin my fasting period at 12 AM that night so I would be ready for to undergo surgery at 11 AM ( 11 hours of fasting ). Day of surgery ( Feb. 27 ): My surgeries were at 11 AM but I was instructed to arrive at 8:50 AM so I could meet with the doctors one last time before surgery to go over the surgery plan one last time and so that any last questions or concerns of mine could be dealt with. I really had no concerns at this point just the normal butterflies in my stomach from the fact that I would very soon be going under. The doctors and staff were extremely comforting and made me feel at ease. I had fully trusted the comfortable environment they had created for me. Upon entering the surgery room there was many nurses all around and I was introduced to my anesthesiologist. My IV was in and I was given one last run down of my surgery and informed that I would now be going under anesthesia. Before I knew it I was put under and my surgery would now begin. Post-op: This part is a little bit foggy for me but I remember waking up surrounded by the same nurses and staff who I had become comfortable with. I was given instructions on what to do next, I got up slowly and was informed that I would now be transferred to the patent ward. I didn't feel anything unexpected, the first day was tough I had two drainage tubes in my mouth and breast area, as well as a full cast on my nose and a band going all around my head. I couldn't drink fluids for a certain amount of time. The nurses were there the whole time to tend to my needs and were consistent with changing my ice packs etc. I was a little bit scared since I was alone but the nurses made me feel comfortable leading up to my time of discharge when my mother would pick me up and take me to our hotel which would be the next day. Before I was discharged I met with the doctors and had my drainage tubes removed and had final checkups before being able to head to my hotel. At the hotel: I was now in the care of my mother and felt comfort from that. I made sure to follow the doctors orders in regards to my diet, my oral rinsing, and my medications. I was sure to do my oral rinsing (gargling) every time after drinking anything as well as every 2 hours even if I did not drink anything. I was also careful to not do any heavy lifting and excessive arm movements because of my breast augmentation. Time of writing: I am now just under 10 days of being post-op and wanted to let you all know my thoughts of the process now. I won't lie to you guys. The first 3 days were hard, very hard for me ( especially the second ) I was overcome with emotions and just the crazy reality that I just had such major and significant surgeries. Hang in there ! it gets easier as the days go by. I have met with my doctors multiple times since my surgery and everything is going excellent. I am set to remove my oral stitches on the 11th it is currently the 6th. I had my nose stitches removed on the 5th. It has been really exciting to see my swelling go down day by day and see myself slowly getting closer to my end result. I am extremely happy that I decided to go through this and I have zero regrets ! I can already see and feel some of the results and I get overcome with joy because of that ! Im still doing my oral rinsing every 2 hours and following doctors orders. I will now conclude this update but I will try to update you guys again as soon as I can ! Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianaalvarez Posted March 13, 2020 Author Share Posted March 13, 2020 Here are the 2 week post op photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unicorny Posted May 14, 2020 Share Posted May 14, 2020 I like your results! I'm interested in boob job, but not sure if I should do implant or fat graft. Do you recommend implants? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiuu_77 Posted May 14, 2020 Share Posted May 14, 2020 Thank you for sharing your review! can I ask about boob sensation? do you have your boob sensation back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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