Thinking of getting a nose job. Is it worth it? Has anyone here ever gotten one?

[QUOTE="kipohippo021"][QUOTE="rawsavon"] But you don't know that he does have body issues b/c (like I said) 1. you lack the qualifications to say that 2. you don't know him ...it could be a one-time fix You are trying to assign your own, unqualified diagnosis to someone you do not know...I fail to see how you think that seems logical :?rawsavon

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[QUOTE="kipohippo021"] but your self consious image of yourself is in the mind. I can be ugly as hell and win ugliest man of the year, if i think im handsome. Then whats the problem? Its in the mind, and you shouldnt pay 4000 to get your nose fixed, when the real problem is in the mind. If you think its a big enough deal, then get therapy.kipohippo021

I disagree, it won't just be in your mind anymore when you literally hear girls talking about it behind your very back. Not to mention, if you ever want a job that involves lots of publicity and attention, it'll be hellish with all jokes people will make and such. I don't see why $4000 isn't worth it in that case, if you wanted to just avoid all that, and be accepted, which is something most people want (or even strive for).

It could be the best $4000 you've ever spent.

Yes, I did look it up, and it's terrible, but I think there are several reasons why it's a different kind of problem from a nose. One of the reasons being that the surgery for it seems a whole lot more expensive than a nose job, which makes a $4000 nose job seem much more attainable. Another thing, is that (I'm imagining) that it's most likely concealed from people while your out in public, since people will probably only notice it if you take your shirt off.

With a big nose on the other hand, well, you would need to walk around in a mask like the elephant man to conceal it, so basically everyone is going to see it and stare at you. That is not a good feeling, and neither is the pectus exarvatium, but like I said, I think it's a different kind of problem- $4000 to fix something that everyone will see, or a crap load more money to fix something that people will most likely (I imagine) only see when your shirtless. Personally I would want both problems fixed.

I thought it would be a kind gesture to show my support for that kid. He obviously seemed down. The moderators can feel free to check my IP address and the logs. I have lurked these boards for a long time, but I finally decided to make an account after taking a break from "The Misc". Do I need to post my picture with a sign saying "OT"?The_OT_Man

[QUOTE="kipohippo021"][QUOTE="rawsavon"] That is nothing compared to something ****ed up on your face...I hope you can agree about thatrawsavon

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[QUOTE="kipohippo021"] but your self consious image of yourself is in the mind. I can be ugly as hell and win ugliest man of the year, if i think im handsome. Then whats the problem? Its in the mind, and you shouldnt pay 4000 to get your nose fixed, when the real problem is in the mind. If you think its a big enough deal, then get therapy.kipohippo021

I disagree, it won't just be in your mind anymore when you literally hear girls talking about it behind your very back. Not to mention, if you ever want a job that involves lots of publicity and attention, it'll be hellish with all jokes people will make and such. I don't see why $4000 isn't worth it in that case, if you wanted to just avoid all that, and be accepted, which is something most people want (or even strive for).

It could be the best $4000 you've ever spent.

You are comparing something you can cover up with a shirt, it's kinda different. It's not like he can wear a mask everyday to cover up his concern, in his mind he thinks people are thinking about his nose during any conversation. While you would have to take off your shirt for anybody to notice. Kinda like comparing apples to oranges, though I'm not saying I wouldn't be self-conscious with that condition. I would most likely get plastic surgery if I could.

[QUOTE="rawsavon"][QUOTE="kipohippo021"] i do have qualifications, i have first hand experience with an abdnormal body deformity. And counseling is still the cheaper and more effective option. kipohippo021

[QUOTE="kipohippo021"][QUOTE="TheGrayEye"]

I disagree, it won't just be in your mind anymore when you literally hear girls talking about it behind your very back. Not to mention, if you ever want a job that involves lots of publicity and attention, it'll be hellish with all jokes people will make and such. I don't see why $4000 isn't worth it in that case, if you wanted to just avoid all that, and be accepted, which is something most people want (or even strive for).

It could be the best $4000 you've ever spent.

Yes, I did look it up, and it's terrible, but I think there are several reasons why it's a different kind of problem from a nose. One of the reasons being that the surgery for it seems a whole lot more expensive than a nose job, which makes a $4000 nose job seem much more attainable. Another thing, is that (I'm imagining) that it's most likely concealed from people while your out in public, since people will probably only notice it if you take your shirt off.

With a big nose on the other hand, well, you would need to walk around in a mask like the elephant man to conceal it, so basically everyone is going to see it and stare at you. That is not a good feeling, and neither is the pectus exarvatium, but like I said, I think it's a different kind of problem- $4000 to fix something that everyone will see, or a crap load more money to fix something that people will most likely (I imagine) only see when your shirtless. Personally I would want both problems fixed.

[QUOTE="rawsavon"][QUOTE="kipohippo021"] did you look it up? Because i can tell you, it really used to hold me back. Till one day i just said "**** it". People should like me for my personality, not my chest (or in tc's imaginary case, his nose) kipohippo021

[QUOTE="The_OT_Man"]I thought it would be a kind gesture to show my support for that kid. He obviously seemed down. The moderators can feel free to check my IP address and the logs. I have lurked these boards for a long time, but I finally decided to make an account after taking a break from "The Misc". Do I need to post my picture with a sign saying "OT"?kamikaze_pigmy

[QUOTE="kipohippo021"][QUOTE="rawsavon"] That does not make you an expert :lol: ...that is like saying b/c you survived cancer you are qualified to treat it...come on nowrawsavon

[QUOTE="rawsavon"][QUOTE="kipohippo021"] I have experience with a body deformity, one worse than a big nose. So if anything, my experince has more weight than yours would, i can tell tc to "get over it" cause thats what i did, and it worked. Its the best advice i can give, while you are going off hypothetical situations.kipohippo021

[QUOTE="kipohippo021"][QUOTE="rawsavon"] Yes, I looked it up...not the same thing as something on your face Besides, the whole point is that you are assigning your own vales to TC when you are not qualified to do sorawsavon

[QUOTE="rawsavon"][QUOTE="kipohippo021"] If i can get dates with my chest, im sure girls can overlook a big nose. Tc should not feel so self conscious. Its not assigning my values, its first hand advice.kipohippo021

[QUOTE="kipohippo021"][QUOTE="rawsavon"] 1. You lack a background in psychology to make any kind of diagnosis 2. (even if you did) You do not know tc to make a diagnosis...me may or may not have body image issues 3. just b/c you have a chest issue, that does not mean you understand a face issue 4. you are trying to assign your own idea of what is valuable/wasteful to someone else...that is no one's place to do (unless you waste nothing yourself...doing so is being hypocritical)rawsavon

Here is another picture of my nose that I have acquired with an "OT" sign which signifies my authenticity. http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/6334/photo0175c.jpgThe_OT_Man

Thanks for that picture of a NORMAL LOOKING NOSE again. But you may want do something about that acne, if that is you.

Oh look, a banned user by that very same username! How coincidental.kamikaze_pigmy

[QUOTE="kipohippo021"][QUOTE="rawsavon"] That's assigning your own experience to someone else...exactly what I said...your experience is yours alone and no one else'srawsavon

I got a nose job once, I will just warn you that they are lot harder than most jobs and don't pay very well. QuetzaIcoatl

[QUOTE="kamikaze_pigmy"]Oh look, a banned user by that very same username! How coincidental.Jazz_Fan

[QUOTE="rawsavon"][QUOTE="kipohippo021"] Im not saying its wastefull, i just wouldnt put myself in debt over it. I accepted myself, if tc has a normal mind im sure he can do the same. And if you think everyone can not see my chest cavity, you are dead wrong.kipohippo021

[QUOTE="The_OT_Man"]Here is another picture of my nose that I have acquired with an "OT" sign which signifies my authenticity. http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/6334/photo0175c.jpgmetroidprime55

Thanks for that picture of a NORMAL LOOKING NOSE AGAIN.

[QUOTE="kamikaze_pigmy"]Oh look, a banned user by that very same username! How coincidental.Jazz_Fan

[QUOTE="rawsavon"][QUOTE="kipohippo021"] Im passing my knowledge on to tc, i dont know tc, so it cant be definate. But i can offer all i know, thats more than you can say when you really dont have experience. Im just telling tc "try to get over it instead of wasting your money, from my experience, plastic surgery is a waste"kipohippo021

[QUOTE="kipohippo021"][QUOTE="rawsavon"] Now you are saying it is a waste again...so going back the other way. Also, the only expertise I have is my degree in the field :lol:rawsavon

[QUOTE="rawsavon"][QUOTE="kipohippo021"] Well, is tc rich then? Its a waste if he dosent have the money to spare. If its gonna hurt his wallet, dont do it. Also, what degree do you have?kipohippo021

Rawsavon, i have stuff to do, i dont want you to think i abandoned you. We will continue this. :)kipohippo021

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[QUOTE="kipohippo021"] When its thousands of dollars though, its a waste. kipohippo021

pictures of ur nose please.

Real people don't need plastic surgery, that means they hiding what God gave them. Don't deceive the truth!Hemmaroids

Thats funny because this TC is a christian, just read my sig.

i respect the fact that you want a nose job, tc. and i understand. i really do. however, i just want to tell you that there is a possibility you won't be contended with the outcome of the surgery and get "addicted" to "correcting" your features. a good example would be heidi montag if i remember correctly.rowzzr

Then he will be saying "You promised me pity Steinmen, you promised me pity, now look at me, LOOK AT ME!"

[QUOTE="kipohippo021"][QUOTE="rawsavon"] I have several (psychology is one of them) And you are assigning value again...every dollar spent 'hurts your wallet'...it is not for you to say what is wastefulrawsavon

i respect the fact that you want a nose job, tc. and i understand. i really do. however, i just want to tell you that there is a possibility you won't be contended with the outcome of the surgery and get "addicted" to "correcting" your features. a good example would be heidi montag if i remember correctly.rowzzr

Plastic surgery is not never needed.

[QUOTE="rawsavon"][QUOTE="kipohippo021"] when i got my 360, i saved up. It didnt hurt my wallet. I made sure i wouldnt be down on money. If plastic surgery puts you in debt, it was optional and imo not worth it. And id think that somone with a deformity could help somone else with a deformity better than somone with a phyc degree. (assuming tc is for realz) but tc's nose looks fine, so id say counseling is the best option because it looks like tcs problem is more internal than external. Wheras for me, everyone can agree somehthing is not right.kipohippo021

[QUOTE="kipohippo021"][QUOTE="rawsavon"] ANYTIME you spend money you 'hurt your wallet'...that is not debatable -when someone gets a loan to by anything they go into debt -for 1001st time, you are assigning your own value system about value to someone else...which is wrong You having something and thinking you are better qualified is (once again) like a cancer survivor thinking they are better able to treat cancer than a doctor ...you only know about what happened with your specific 'cancer'...you have no idea what kind of 'cancer' TC has or how to treat itrawsavon

[QUOTE="rawsavon"][QUOTE="kipohippo021"] Im back. The price of surgery doesnt equal the price of games and entertainment. Over years yes, but this is a waste on something so small and insignificant. Something you can overcome, you of all people should know. And if this was a real situation, tcs nose was not large at all. It was a normal nose. So, the problem is in the mind, since we all found no problem with his nose. Making his normal sized nose smaller is not the awnser, getting some mental help is. kipohippo021

[QUOTE="kipohippo021"][QUOTE="rawsavon"] Same song...50th verse You are assigning your monetary system of value to someone else You are assigning your body issues to someone else ...both of these are flawed approaches to life and helping someonerawsavon

[QUOTE="rawsavon"][QUOTE="kipohippo021"] of course i am, its called advice, and its the best thing i can offer. I have been in a similar situation and overcome it, it was a visible deformity. And if tc's values were diffrent than maybe he needs to change them for the better, like i did.kipohippo021