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 Rhinoplasty : Post-Operative Instructions |
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Disinfection and suture removal
- isit the clinic the day after surgery to have the surgical site disinfected. The sutures are generally removed after seven days. If packing was inserted into the nose to absorb discharges and blood, it will be removed after a couple of days.
-You may experience slight bleeding for a couple of days, and this is completely normal. Simply wipe the blood running down, instead of blowing your nose.
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Bruising and swelling
- Bruising and swelling may develop for 48 hours after surgery. They will gradually subside over the course of two weeks, but there are individual differences.
- Use a cold compress on the rose for two to three days to stop the bleeding and minimize bruising. Use it frequently, but make sure it isn’t too cold and do not leave it on for too long, as there is a risk of frostbite. Use it for about 15 to 20 minutes and take it off for 5 minutes.
- Keep the surgical site above the heart for three to four days. Lowering your head will lead to increased swelling, so do not lower your head or lie on your side.
- When the color of the bruise changes from purple to yellow, use a warm compress to promote blood circulation. |
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Cleansing and makeup
- You can start to cleanse your face and apply makeup after the tape and splint are removed 7 days after surgery. Until then, use a washcloth to gently wipe your face from the center to the outer edges, excluding the surgical site. You can wash your hair if you can do so while lying on your back, like at a hair salon. |
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Smoking and drinking
- Do not smoke or drink for three weeks to ensure smooth blood flow and to minimize the chance of inflammation and complications. |
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Wearing glasses and exercising
- Do not wear glasses for two months after surgery because the pressure applied by the glasses may potentially cause the implant to deviate from its original position or result in changes to the shape of the nose.
- If osteotomy was performed, refrain from strenuous exercise for about a month. |
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