Healing, Cast Removal, Taping and Splint Removal: Rhinoplasty

asked 11 months ago by asktoronto in Toronto, ON
Latest answer by Anthony Corrado, DO
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Tags: 1 week post-op, cast, headache, removal, septorhinoplasty, splint

I had a rhinoplasty done 9 days ago, part of it was to fix the deviated septum, lift up tip, dorsal hump etc (the usual). First, the PS removed the cast after just 5 days and he does not use taping; then today, after I was experiencing massive headaches, he decided to remove the splints (one was falling down and was deep inside) - he said its just a bit early but my nose looks ok. I saw my nose and notices its still deviated towards the left (like before), and I have a callous on dorsal hump??

4 answers to Healing, Cast Removal, Taping and Splint Removal: Rhinoplasty

Nasal appearance during early postoperative period

Hi. The appearance of your nose at this point during your recovery is not indicative of your final result. It is normal for there to be edema (swelling) of the soft tissue of the nasal dorsum where the hump was removed. That can appear to be a 'callous.' Patient anxiety is common during this time between splint removal and the dissipation of edema. The deviation can also improve with time, although that is more variable. At 9 days, you are still in the early stages of healing. You... more

James M. Pearson, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Healing After Rhinoplasty

After surgery it is not uncommon for all patients to have anxieties about their final results, especially with cosmetic surgery. At only nine days after surgery patients cannot even begin to assess the final conformation of their nose, as healing take up to 12 months. I suggest you follow up with your current surgeon, and follow all instructions provided to you. Edema is very common at your stage and will take months to totally resolve. Good Luck... Dr. Corrado more

Anthony Corrado, DO
Philadelphia Facial Plastic Surgeon