Rhinoplasty Therapy|Laser skin care

Will there be a scar?

Most of the incisions are inside the nose and are not visible.  Occasionally, a small scar may be seen at the base of the nose if the nostrils were narrowed or an external nasal approach was used in Rhinoplasty Therapy.

How long will it take to heal?

Since the skin over the upper section of the nose is thinner than on the lower section, each section heals at a different rate. 

Within 6 weeks, the swelling subsides in the upper portion of the nose.  Due to the thickness of the skin over the nasal tip, however, it takes a longer period of time for the swelling in the lower part of the nose to subside.  The tip of the nose feels firm and fibrous in the weeks following surgery.  Gradually, the tip of the nose becomes more pliable.  Complete healing of the tip of the nose usually takes 6 to 9 months, but in some cases might take a long as one year.

Can the surgery be redone?

Laser skin care and surgery may be performed again if the original results are disappointing.  A one year healing period must pass before further surgery to ensure that all scars within the nose have healed and that no further changes will take place.  A follow-up appointment is made within one year to confirm that esthetic goals have been achieved.  A second photograph is usually taken at this time.

What are the possible complications of rhinoplasty?

Complications are uncommon.  An unsatisfactory esthetic appearance is the usual concern.  Swelling, bruising, and a firm fibrotic feel to the nose are normal consequences of rhinoplasty.  Occasionally, the nasal skin will be rosy following surgery.

Small dilated veins sometimes remain after the bruising and swelling subside.  These can be removed with one of the vascular removal lasers.  Infections are rare but are readily treated with antibiotics inRhinoplasty treatments.

When can makeup, glasses, and contact lenses be worn?

Laser skin care and Glasses sit quite comfortably on top of the nasal cast.  Once the cast is removed it is preferable to wear contact lenses to avoid any pressure that glasses may exert on the recently fractured nose until the bones have healed completely.  Makeup may be worn once the cast is removed in Rhinoplasty treatments.

When can normal activities be resumed?

Ordinarily, normal activities may be resumed within 1 to 2 weeks.  Driving can be resumed the following day, provided there is no excessive swelling about the eyes that restricts vision.  If an obstruction inside the nose was corrected at the time of surgery, flying should be avoided for 7 to 10 days because pressure changes might cause the nose to bleed in Rhinoplasty treatments.

Who performs rhinoplasties and what is the cost?   

Plastic surgeons and otolaryngologists perform rhinoplasties at a cost of $1,500 to $6,000

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