Rhinoplasty Recovery

Rhinoplasty recovery time will always very depending on the needs of the surgery but, most people return to their normal actions and lives with in 3-7 days, even though it may take over six months for the final result to be apparent. Also take into consideration that all people are created differently thus all rhinoplasty recovery times will also differ.   For most people, however, recovery follows a similar course:

• Ice packs may be applied to the eyes for 2-3 days to reduce swelling
• A little bleeding is common in the first few days after surgery
• Most people feel well enough to perform normal activities within 3 days, but a splint or cast is worn over the nose for 7 days
• Bruises around your eyes that appear immediately after surgery should fade in one week
• You may feel congested for several weeks
• Noticeable swelling may last 2-4 weeks
• The skin on the nose will be sensitive for several months and sun block is required
• Numbness of the nasal tip may last for several months

Rhinoplasty Recovery Tips

While recovering from your surgery elevating your head, both while sleeping and awake, will help to reduce swelling. Most patients would not describe their recovery as painful; any discomfort can be addressed with prescription medication. Be careful to avoid blowing or picking your nose for the first month to reduce any risk of bleeding or abnormal healing.

Although you may have a preview of your results two weeks after surgery, small changes will continue to appear over 6-12 months. Your final result will not be visible for at least 6 months and may take as long as 2 years.

Please give us a call at 866-588-7507 if you have any other questions or concerns about rhinoplasty recovery time.