How Should You Care for Yourself After Rhinoplasty?

 

How Should You Care for Yourself After Rhinoplasty?

 

1. Avoid getting the surgical wound wet for about 7 days.
If the incision becomes wet or moist, it may increase the risk of inflammation and infection.

 

2. Avoid sleeping on your side or lying flat for about 1 month.
This helps prevent the implant or nasal structure from shifting.

 

3. Sleep with your head elevated during the early recovery period.
For the first 3 days, you may need to sleep in a slightly upright position or use extra pillows. This helps reduce swelling and allows the silicone implant to stabilize more quickly.

 

4. Use cold compresses for the first 3 days.
After that, switch to warm compresses to help reduce swelling and bruising.

 

5. Do not pick, scratch, or rub your nose.
This may cause the nose to shift or lose its shape.

FAQ

 

Q: Should I have rhinoplasty or eyelid surgery first?
A: Rhinoplasty is generally recommended first. Enhancing the nose may slightly lift the nasal bridge and affect the area near the inner corners of the eyes. If double eyelid surgery is performed first, the eyelid crease may change afterward.

 

Q: When can I start wearing makeup?
A: You can usually begin wearing makeup about one week after surgery.

 

Q: Can I have rhinoplasty if I previously had nose filler injections?
A: If filler is still present in the nose, surgery should be postponed because it may increase the risk of infection.

 

Q: What foods or drinks should be avoided after surgery?
A: Avoid alcohol and fermented foods, as they may increase swelling and bruising.

 

Q: Can breastfeeding mothers undergo rhinoplasty?
A: Yes, it is possible. However, certain medications such as antibiotics may need to be avoided, and wound care should be performed regularly.

 

Q: Is tip grafting necessary for every rhinoplasty case?
A: Not necessarily. It depends on each person’s nasal structure and the desired outcome.

 

Q: Can nose and chin surgery be performed at the same time?
A: Yes, both procedures can be done together. However, if you are concerned about discomfort, you may choose to have them done separately.

 

Q: Does sleeping on your side cause the nose to become crooked?
A: Rhinoplasty implants are typically placed beneath the periosteum (the membrane covering the bone), so the risk of shifting is low. Once healing progresses, sleeping on your side is usually possible.

 

Q: How long after rhinoplasty can I wear glasses?
A: It is generally recommended to wait at least 3 days due to swelling, but ideally around 1 month if possible.

 

Q: Can people with sinus problems undergo rhinoplasty?
A: Yes, but only if the sinus condition is well controlled and symptoms have improved. If the condition is still active, treatment should be completed first before considering surgery.

 

 

source : The Vogue Clinic

**Translated and compiled by ArokaGO Content Team