Life After Rhinoplasty: The New You, Inside & Out

Plastic surgery of any kind is a serious decision. You must carefully weigh many factors. You and your doctor will have to plan things out going forward. The prospect of making a personal positive change in your life and life after rhinoplasty is a must for our own self-care. It’s important to understand that outward transformations can also cause an emotional change. Insight into the thoughts behind our need to feel better about ourselves will be important in helping you make that decision.

Feeling Confident

For many, the idea behind a physical body change is not merely about the enhancement of the physical appearance. It’s about taking control of life and the way we interact with our surroundings. A procedure such as a Rhinoplasty isn’t about the outside of the body; it’s about changing how you feel about yourself from within. Because of this, many are often surprised after the procedure, by the array of different feelings they may experience. Often, these are just a normal part of the adjustment process, hence, life after rhinoplasty.

It is not unusual for some patents to experience a period after the surgery of feeling gloomy and unsure. Often about this time, the patient is still in the recovery process, and the results of the procedure may not be noticeable. During this time, the body is still recovering and may show swelling or bruising for several weeks.[1] This will go away in time and soon enough you will be able to see the new you.

Quality of Life

Another way a potential procedure may change your life is  understanding that choosing rhinoplasty does not mean that you are vain.  Most people who decide on a medically assisted transformation are healthy and stable. These are people who understand that changing an aspect of their physical appearance is more about improving the inner self. Rather than focusing on a least favourite part of their body, a procedure may help increase their perceived quality of life. Very rarely does it have anything to do with concern for how others perceive them.[2] You will still be you, regardless of your change in outward appearance.

Mental Health

Finally, a positive change in your mental health usually results in a positive change in your life overall. You may find that you are more outgoing, more excited to be active and engage in pleasurable pursuits. Improving self esteem has also been linked to better workplace performance, increased social activity and a more positive outlook on life. While it may seem that a change to the physical appearance would have only minor effects, the changes that occur inside are far more impactful and rewarding than simply the nose on our face. [3] Indeed what to some may seem like only a few extra inches of water on the outside, may move mountains beneath the surface.