Rhinoplasty Process
Guide To Facial Procedures and Treatments
What I Wish I Knew
Facts About Rhinoplasty
Problem
There are many different nasal deformities. The most important step in treating nasal deformities is a thorough facial analysis and correct diagnosis of the problem.
Goal
To improve the appearance and function (airway) of the nose.
Preparation
Patients should have allergic rhinitis and/or hypertension under optimal control with medications.
Hospital Stay
Most patients go home after surgery and do not require a night in the hospital.
Positioning
After a rhinoplasty, you will want to sleep with your head elevated above your heart for a few days to help reduce the swelling of your nose.
Assistance
You will be able to walk around, feed, and bathe yourself. Depending on your pain medication requirements, you may not be able to drive or care for others.
Sex
Wait 1 week because you don’t want to increase your blood pressure during the early healing period.
Swelling
Usually greatest around 3 days after surgery from which time it starts to subside. Some patients remain a little swollen for 3-6 months.
Risks & Complications
Bleeding, infection, prolonged swelling, need for revision, nasal airway obstruction, contour irregularities, asymmetry, numbness, complications related to anesthesia.
Typical Timing/Age
After the completion of facial growth which is around 15 years old.
Cost
$7,600 *This is an estimation & prices may vary.
Facility
Surgery Center or Hospital
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
Walking After Surgery
You are encouraged to walk around as much as possible to help reduce the risk of DVT and thromboembolism.
Showering
You may shower immediately following surgery, being careful to keep your nasal dressing dry.
Exercise
One week for light exercise. three weeks for regular exercise. You must avoid any nasal trauma for eight weeks.
Work
You may be bruised for 1-2 weeks and you will have an external dressing (splint) on your nose for the first week. If you have a desk job you can return to work as soon as you are comfortable doing so. Most people take 1-2 weeks off work.
Bruising
Usually subsides by 2 weeks
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Procedures are performed by board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Butler, Dr. Leveque, and Dr. Patterson in Pensacola, FL.
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