Why I actually pursued this surgery:
It was for both
functional and cosmetic reasons that I wanted the surgery: persistent headaches
after eating meat and chips; asymmetrical jaws and protruded chin. Ultimately,
it was the opportunity that arose due to stay at home order that I was able to
take the advantage of going abroad and still be able to work remotely. However,
the amount of the time I was able to stay was limited due to two-week
quarantine. Without being able to go outside, I was anxious that I
wouldn’t have enough time to visit Clinique’s. Thankfully, we encountered EU
early and decided on this place as soon as we walked out of the Clinique. I was
confident with my decision due to several factors: 1.Dr. Kim’s impeccable
experiences as an oral surgeon 2. Fantastic customer service 3. Generous after
service
Day 1:
“Uncomfortable” is
just a euphemism for pain. I realize there’s an apparent difference between
myself and the girl in another room who scheduled the same surgery on the same
date. She was able to speak and move around while i was bedridden and in
agonizing pain. Perhaps, it really may be that I have a lower pain threshold
and that I made it worse than it is when I saw how swollen my head was. It
wasn’t until the kind nurse came over and assured me that what I was feeling
was normal and my panic subsided.
Pain: 9-10
Nausea: 2-3
Drank water only
Day 2: Kindness from the nurse continued: At certain
interval period, i thought I was having a panic attack because i wasn’t used to
the pain and the uncomfortableness. Even when I couldn’t talk, she kept coming
over and kept me company. It’s always scary and uneasy to go through such big
surgery in an unknown place but there was something comforting knowing that i
can receive help as much as I needed to get through the night.
Pain:6-8
Drank new care and
water
Nausea:0
Day 3: I’d imagined being hungry from not eating
but the stress helped myself from being hungry. But the pain is becoming
manageable. If i have any acute pains, i’d start meditating - breathing in and
out for 5 mins. It also helps me fall asleep- for those in need of a method, i
definitely recommend meditation and mindfulness practice.
Day7: Restlessness and hunger combined, I was
feeling irritated. I was also in more pain than the day before. That all
changed when I saw Dr. Kim for a post week op and told me I can start eating
soft food. I was elated and had a bite (slurped) into steamed egg and mashed
potatoes. Also, I also received permission to take Tylenol so I was able to
sleep soundly.
Day 10: Since i was not able to receive the
treatment today, i took an extra time walking. Walking not only helps with the
swelling but also with the change of scenery.
Day 11: Consistently going to EU for the
treatment and can see obvious distinctions with swellness when i do receive the
treatment vs when i don't. Hunger has started to diminish and started to render
daily life without eating much although i haven’t lost much weight lol The
swelling is getting better but I’m still not sure how I feel about it except
that I look younger.
Day 13: Most of the pain I feel is in my teeth.
It’s the kind of pain you get when you first get braces or get rubber
tightened-except you have screws in your mouth instead of braces. My eyes keep
watering and when I lie down, I feel like I can feel all the tingling sensation
on each tooth. I wonder when the pain will go away. Nonetheless, it doesn’t
seem like my face is deswelling. It’s a bit discouraging at the moment.
Day 15: Afraid of the pain I’ve read about on
other reviews, i took Tylenol prior to stitching out. Expecting another
excruciating experience, I was stressed- but how wrong I was. Dr. Kim gently
cut the stitches out and was done within minutes. There was no pain and I felt
foolish for over hyping myself. 2 weeks went by and I felt relieved that the
hardest part is over in this journey and just appreciated the fact that I was
able to get the surgery done by such a prominent doctor. My ears are not
muffled and I can sleep more comfortably. The right side of my face is still
noticeably larger than the other.
Day 22:
Day 23:
Day 24:
Day 25: I haven’t noticed any significant
difference in the swelling. I’m worried my face will be stuck this shape. Also
my right ear feels muffled and does not clear. I will i could sleep sideway…
and eat an actual meal.
Day 30:
Day 32: Went to the Clinique to have a post one
month checkup. I realize how short sighted i was- looking at before and after
pictures, there’s just a significant difference. I came out extremely happy
albeit I’ve been having issues with my right ear: it’s muffled. I was told to
visit the ENT but assured that this is a common symptom.
Day 34: I went to ENT and turns out I have an ear
infection. It’s nothing severe and a week worth of antibiotics should take care
of it. I just want to go a day without feeling any pain. Meanwhile, I’ve been
receiving comments about how my nose look taller and my forehead look rounder.
I definitely see the difference myself although I still look like a chipmunk.
Day 36:
Day 51: I myself think that I have a great face
line when I smile… only when I smile. Ear infection lasted for 3 weeks and EMT
said my ears are infection free. It took longer than I expected for the
infection to be better but glad it healed before my flight. Albeit the doctor
did say my ear will still be in pain.
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