article_snippet.sent: I felt very self-conscious, but the problems weren't just aesthetic.
article_snippet.sent: It was very stressful - I stopped socialising as much, in case people stared.
article_snippet.sent: It was strange watching it all but didn't hurt.
article_snippet.sent: I went home that day, and the difference was immediately obvious.
article_snippet.sent: The procedure has made me look more normal - people don't stare as much.
article_snippet.sent: The procedure's really boosted my confidence.