It's helpful to consider rhinoplasty under two main headings. Firstly, the nose is our most important breathing organ. Therefore, it's crucial for a patient who has undergone rhinoplasty to be able to breathe comfortably. Secondly, the nose plays a very important role in achieving the golden ratio in the face. Both issues are addressed in the same surgical session. Therefore, the important thing is to have the surgery after deciding on the surgeon and the surgery. Then, the second most important factor... after rhinoplasty The key is to pay attention to important points in the process.
Before nose surgery
A thorough physical examination is invaluable before deciding on rhinoplasty. Plastic surgeon A thorough examination and information session are necessary.
The physical examination will explain what kind of nose shape you will have. It is very important to discuss this process using before-and-after photos of previous patients.
Rhinoplasty The most important aspect of surgery is that the patient and the doctor agree on the same thing. Deciding on surgery based on this agreement is the most appropriate approach.
Rhinoplasty process
Nose surgery The operation is performed in an operating room under general anesthesia. The surgery takes approximately 3 hours.
When is a patient discharged after rhinoplasty?
If everything goes well and there are no complications, you can be discharged from the hospital on the evening of the surgery.
Although it is rare after rhinoplasty An overnight stay is required.
What precautions should be taken in the first 24 hours after rhinoplasty?
- After surgery, it is important to rest in a cool environment, especially during the first three days. It is beneficial to sleep with the head slightly elevated until the swelling in the facial area has completely subsided.
- The first 24 hours are crucial. For two days following rhinoplasty, ice should be applied to the eyes for 10-15 minutes every hour.
- A thin cloth or surgical gauze should be placed between the cold compress and the skin to prevent direct contact.
What should be considered in the subsequent process?
- Excessive facial expressions should be avoided during the first week after rhinoplasty.
- According to your doctor's recommendations, it is advisable to take short, lukewarm showers, avoiding wetting the nasal area, starting from the second day after surgery.
- The nose should not get wet while the bandage is in place. During this period, facial cleansing should be done with soapy wipes or facial cleansing lotions.
- Excessive moisture and sweating can cause the bandage to loosen and come off, so it's important to avoid heat and humidity while the bandage is on the nose.
- Makeup can be applied after the bandage is removed.
- During the first week, it's important to avoid activities that increase blood pressure in the nose and can cause bleeding, such as lifting heavy objects, exercise, stress, and keeping the head in a downward-hanging position for extended periods.
- Since smoking can cause bleeding, infection, and delayed wound healing, it is inadvisable for patients who smoke to smoke, especially in the first two weeks after surgery.
Returning to social life after rhinoplasty
- Light-paced sports activities can be started three weeks after the surgery. However, it is necessary to avoid any activity that carries a risk of trauma to the nose for the first two months.
- Glasses should not be worn for two months after surgery. Lightweight glasses should be worn until there is no pain in the nose or skin depressions following the surgery.
- Depending on the structure of the nasal skin and the nature of the surgery, sun protection is necessary for 3 to 6 months after the operation. Using high-SPF sunscreens and wide-brimmed hats is recommended for this purpose.
- Since excessive heat can cause nasal swelling, it's best to avoid excessively hot environments until the swelling on the nose subsides.
At the clinic of Aesthetic and Plastic Surgeon Op. Dr. Selçuk YÜCE Rhinoplasty And after rhinoplasty It provides services related to the process.
