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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.
