Rhinoplasty Guide – Part 4 – Rhinoplasty Recovery & Downtime

Rhinoplasty Recovery & Downtime

Rhinoplasty Recovery & Downtime

If you choose to get rhinoplasty then it’s important to know what the recovery will be like and how much downtime will be required in order to properly recover.

Nose job surgery is different for everyone and the type of surgery you get will determine what your rhinoplasty recovery is like. That being said, there are certain common side effects that most patients deal with.

Common side effects during the first few days

A very common side effect that occurs immediately after surgery is a dull aching in the head and around the nose. This side effect is only temporary and usually goes very quickly. It’s uncommon for patients to experience severe pain following rhinoplasty. Pain medication is recommended for the first few days after surgery to help deal with any pain, after which time it’s usually OK to switch to mild, over-the-counter pain medication.

Another common side effect of rhinoplasty is congestion. This is caused by internal swelling in the nose. It’s worth noting that congestion is usually at its worst in the days immediately following surgery and will continue to improve as the weeks go by.

Once you’ve come round and are starting to feel more awake, try to have a small amount of water, a few sips at a time, but don’t eat or drink too much or too quickly as it could cause nausea and sickness.

The first week after surgery

During the first week after surgery, it’s important to get plenty of rest and avoid any heavy lifting. You will need around a week off work in order to give yourself the time needed to recover.

  • Painkillers
  • Painkillers can be taken to ease any pain or discomfort but should only be taken when necessary. They aren’t a mandatory part of the healing process but most people prefer to use them.

  • Sleeping
  • When sleeping for the first few days, try to keep the head slightly elevated. One of the best ways to do this is by sleeping with two or three pillows. Also avoid sleeping on your side or front because it can offset the bones that have been reshaped.

  • Bruising
  • Bruising is common in people that are recovering from a rhinoplasty procedure, although some people show no signs of bruising at all. Bruising tends to clear up on its own and is usually completely gone after 10 days. Around the eyes and across the nose are the most common areas of bruising after surgery.

  • Sickness
  • Nausea and vomiting isn’t something that affects everybody after surgery however, it can affect a few rhinoplasty patients. It’s usually nothing to worry about but it’s best to inform your surgeon if you begin vomiting during your rhinoplasty recovery.

  • Washing and bathing
  • The splint that protects the bridge of the nose after surgery needs to be avoided and kept dry for a minimum of a week after the surgery to enable the nose to heal correctly. If the splint is disturbed, it can cause the bridge of the nose to widen.

  • Splint removal
  • Once the splint is removed, the nose can appear to be more slender as the shape of the nose is influenced by the splint. The nose is likely to swell a little after the removal of the splint, however, as the swelling reduces, the final result become more noticeable.

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Top Rhinoplasty Doctors US News
FOX 5 - Altanta Rhinoplasty Focus
American College Of Surgerons
Dr. Pradeep Sinha - Rhinoplasty And Facelifts
Atlanta Jezebel Magazine Cover
Atlanta Top Doctors - Jezebel Magazine
Dr. Sinha Feature Article - Modern Luxury
Magazine Cover - Season - Dr. Sinha
Dr. Sinha - New Beauty
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
ABOHNS - Plastic Surgeon Dr Sinha
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Best Self Magazine - Rhinoplasty Focus
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