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To consider a nose job/rhinoplasty? Photos

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Fawnsett · 02/07/2019 23:34

So I have been bullied for my nose in school, and although externally I stayed calm, it was pretty hurtful. I know it's not the worst nose in the world, but I keep coming back to an idea of rhinoplasty. I'm 29, and after a considerable break (8 years!), I am going to start my masters this September (and I am very anxious about it).

I don't have spare money, and initially, I thought that I'd do that later on in my life.. But the closer to September the more anxious I am.

My friends say I am an idiot. My husband says go for it if you feel better that way (although I wish him to say the same things as my friends do)...

I know shorter nose will look better on me..also the hump. But do I need it? What do you think?

To consider a nose job/rhinoplasty? Photos
To consider a nose job/rhinoplasty? Photos
To consider a nose job/rhinoplasty? Photos
OP posts:
Miltonj · 03/07/2019 08:50

Keep your nose!!

fishonabicycle · 03/07/2019 08:53

Your nose is beautiful. Don't change it please - you look like a Greek goddess!

WhentheRabbitsWentWild · 03/07/2019 08:57

OP

I had an awful nose . Long with a huge bump in the middle at the top . Had corrective surgery on it (I developed skin cancer and they had to remove it and the nose was left in a worse state than before) to remove the bump and its now straight . Your nose is fine . Its straight, I see no bump. I get the bullying though, I was called all sorts and it does hurt emotionally .. Best of luck whatever you decide love Flowers

WhentheRabbitsWentWild · 03/07/2019 08:58

And what others have said . You are very attractive.

omione · 03/07/2019 09:00

You need a new mirror honey as yours is faulty, your nose however is perfect and doesnt need a scalpel taking to it. Save your money and have a great holiday

ChihuahuaMummy1 · 03/07/2019 09:01

I had a minor nose job 10 years or so ago. I'm pro surgery if you need it but I dont think you do.

StoatofDisarray · 03/07/2019 09:05

You are beautiful. Please don't meddle with your face, it has such elegant lines.

StoatofDisarray · 03/07/2019 09:06

The best way to deal with worry about the Master's is to read widely in the field before it starts, organise yourself and research the course thoroughly, including what is expected of you when, how to manage studying and assignments, etc.

pollypenguin01 · 03/07/2019 09:08

You have absolutely nothing wrong with your. nose!
You are very beautiful and your nose absolutely suits your face, but saying that it’s how happy you feel.

If you don’t feel happy and you feel it’s affecting your life/self esteem then honestly that’s why plastic surgery was invented. I would caution you to really think through all the problems you could face should it go wrong or it’s not quite what you wanted etc though.

Before any plastic surgery you should definitely get some talking therapy first, you may find you don’t even want the surgery after some good talking though the issues.

Your face looks in proportion and admittedly you don’t have one of those small, slightly turned up, button noses that seem to have been deemed ‘perfection’ by celebs, magazines and the like, but you do have a nose that’s suits your face and looks very normal.

I do hope you can see how pretty you are as you are.

MsMustDoBetter · 03/07/2019 09:11

Your nose is beautiful, don't change it.

loubieloulou · 03/07/2019 09:14

OP you are truly stunning Thanks

Your nose is YOUR nose. It's what makes you YOU.

NannyRed · 03/07/2019 09:32

I’m waiting for an operation on my nose because I broke it last year and also have a deviated septum.
The reason I’ve waited over 12 months to get it fixed is the thought of this operation fills me with fear and dread.
I shall have metal implements shoved up my nostrils, then my nose will be packed so I’ll be mouth breathing for days.
I made the mistake of watching a few operations on YouTube, I mistakenly thought a little knowledge is a good thing.
Try watching the operation on YouTube and ask yourself if you really think it’s necessary.
I’d rather have some genuine character in my face than to look like a generic ‘plastic surgery’ gal, but of course that’s your choice.
I personally wouldn’t put myself through this operation unless I absolutely had to do it. It’s invasive surgery, with all the associated risks of surgery.

TheVanguardSix · 03/07/2019 09:38

Do what makes you happy, OP. Go for the surgery.
Having been a model for 20 years ( I ‘retired’ in my 30s Wink), the more you chase perfection, the worse your self-esteem. You’re beautiful as you are. Put down the camera and appreciate your beauty. But if getting a nose job would curtail that constant sense of self-doubt, why not? But stay close to what you’ve got. Your nose is a rather Slavic/Russian looking nose, which is gorgeous, strong, refined, and elegant. Don’t stray far from your Slavic features (which, I think, are perfect).

Branster · 03/07/2019 10:06

I had to make a comment because seriously I thought those were pictures of what nose shape you’d consider as a ‘replacement’ until I read the other comments!
It’s not my business to comment on the financial implications and I’m not qualified to share an opinion on potential surgery problems. You are clearly knowledgable about these.And I’m not writing this to simply make you feel better about yourself , it is purely objective observation.
You are absolutely gorgeous the way you are, I wouldn’t touch it there’s nothing wrong with your nose.
Some Kids can be cruel about other kids and they can make hurtful comments about anything, it’s such a shame you had to put up with such hurtful comments and I hope you will find a way to put them behind you, it couldn’t have been easy for you as it clearly still upsets you and I feel for you.
I would say try and Stop worrying about it full stop, honestly there’s nothing wrong with your nose and you look perfect and very attractive the way you are. There is a lot to be said about the overall proportions of the face and body, that’s how people perceive you - as a whole made of numerous details and these details together give the overall picture and they balance each other out, your face is balanced, in proportion and symmetrical.
Your DH is being supportive of any choice you make about your body, which is very good of him. He married you the way you are so clearly knows you are gorgeous and your nose doesn’t bother him in the slightest.
Nobody is concerned about noses during a Masters unless it’s a Masters in aesthetics surgery.
Embrace being beautiful and make the most of what you’ve got!

QueenintheNorth7 · 03/07/2019 10:08

Wow You are stunning! Please don’t, i think people look totally different after having a nose job.

Pinkgin22 · 03/07/2019 10:17

Op I had a nose job, it was the best thing I’d ever done for my self esteem. However, your nose is perfect, I would not change a thing, you have literally the slightest little bump, which makes it unique and even more beautiful. If you have the surgery it could go wrong & you’ll end up regretting it. With cosmetic surgery I really feel the most important question to ask yourself is, is the chance of your nose ending up messed up due to a botched job worth it? For me, I had a broken nose so the chances of it being worse were slim & ones I was willing to take, for you, however your nose is near perfect & therefore the chances of it ending up worse are high and that is not a chance I would take if I were in your shoes.

Annabel7 · 03/07/2019 10:20

God, I'd love your nose! Honestly, don't do it. You may not recognise yourself afterwards. I'm not anti surgery but really there's no need. You're very beautiful - try and enjoy it...

sugarbum · 03/07/2019 10:21

I don't see any issue. You have a beautiful classically shaped nose with the tiniest hint of aqualine. Be grateful for what you have, seriously.

Annabel7 · 03/07/2019 10:22

Also.. you were probably bullied as they were jealous of you. Try and address your feelings about that and you'll realise it's not about your nose!

CatOnASwing · 03/07/2019 10:28

I had a rhinoplasty around 15 years ago for a similar level of 'hump' to yours.

Put simply, It was the best thing I have ever done for myself. The difference, while subtle, has made a huge difference to my self confidence and has improved more or less every aspect of my life.

I too wrestled with the decision for years, but now looking back I can't see why I made such a fuss about it. I had black eyes for about a week after the op, but no real pain to speak of.

If you are unhappy with your nose, then I'd definitely recommend surgery, life is too short to live with fixable problems.

PolkadotLollipop · 03/07/2019 10:28

There is a tiny bump in your nose but it certainly isn’t disfiguring in any way. You have a lovely face.

user1471433754 · 03/07/2019 10:33

Oh gosh no! Your nose suits your face and you are honestly very pretty!

shreddednips · 03/07/2019 10:34

You're beautiful. It's your nose and your choice, but you look great.

InezInez · 03/07/2019 10:37

You don't need it!!!

dentydown · 03/07/2019 10:39

Perhaps your face has grown to fit your nose if you see what I mean. It may of been on the big side when you were younger, but as you got older, your face now fits it perfectly.

I can’t really see anything wrong with it.

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