How do I minimize bruising from a rhinoplasty?

Bruising and swelling are a normal part of rhinoplasty recovery.  They are dependent on several factors related to both the surgical technique and the patient. Techniques that increase bruising and swelling include whether or not the nasal bones were broken (osteotomies), the extent of soft tissue... more

It's discouraging to see so many products being recommended that are woefully lacking in any scientific support: arnica montana has not been shown in well designed studies to affect bruising. "vitamin k oxide" has not been shown in well designed studies to reduce bruising and the claim that it... more

Minimizing bruising from rhinoplasty is the surgeon’s job before, during and after rhinoplasty. Before surgery it is important to stop blood thinning medications and vitamins. No aspirin containing products or anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen should be taken for one week before... more

The best way to minimize bruising is to take preventative measures.   Patients must refrain from any aspirin, aspirin-containing compounds, ibuprofen, Vitamin E, blood thinning medications or herbal supplements two weeks prior to the surgery.    The bruising is caused from blood that... more

There are several ways to minimize bruising: 1. Gentle touch by your surgeon- Bruising during rhinoplasty can be from several factors including tearing of the perisoteum (covering of the nasal bones) during the procedure. Maintaining this layer can help reduce the incidence of bruising 2. Avoid medications... more

Bruising and swelling on the nose are a reflection of the amount of surgical trauma the nose endures during rhinoplasty. The integrity of the lymphatics will also influence the course of swelling postoperatively. I recently had a patient from Beirut, Lebanon who had undergone a rhinoplasty four years ago and... more

If you are an easy bruiser you will probably bruise after a rhinoplasty.  There are a few guidelines: To minimize bruising, you should avoid certain medications and supplements Avoid bending or straining after surgery Avoid nose blowing Treat nause so you don't end up vomiting Keep your head elevated Use... more

Bruising after a rhinoplasty procedure is very common and can last up to two weeks in some individuals. One way to minimize bruising is to use ice frequently for the first two days after the procedure. Other ways to minimize bruising include avoiding aspirin containing products. Finally, there has been some... more

There are various things that can be done to reduce bruising and swelling. Some are done by the surgeon and some can be done by the patient. As a patient, the main things you can do to reduce bruising and swelling is to: 1. Keep your head elevated after surgery 2. Apply ice to your nose area after surgery 3.... more

Hints on how to minimize swelling: 1-No blood thiners before - asprin, motrin advil, or other drugs that cause bleeding 2-Use Arnica Montana (a health food) for 2 - 3 days before and after 3-Use iced compresses or frozen peas for the first 48-72 hours post op 4-Keep your head elevated - and sleep on... more