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Is It Important to Reduce Swelling After Rhinoplasty?

Is it necessary to do something about swelling after Rhinoplasty, or is it just something doctors say to do so you don't look puffy? I had it done a few days ago, and I hate icing my face. My arm, shoulder, and neck gets tired and achy from holding the ice up all the time. Can't I just forget the ice and watch TV and let the thing swell? I mean it's going to go down eventually anyway, right?

Asked 33 months ago by meagan3 in NY, NY

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Yes it is.

We only have patients ice for 24-36 hours. After that it is a waste of time. Give your arms a well deserved rest for now.

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Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Post Rhinoplasty Swelling

I have patients ice for 36 hours afer their rhinoplasty. The extent of swelling will not impact your final result, but it may delay your recovery.

Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty Recovery & Tips To Reduce Swellling

Bruising and swelling are a normal part of rhinoplasty recovery. The severity of swelling can be minimized by following these tips: Ice packs to applied to the cheeks for the first 48 hours -- beyond that time, it is of little benefit Keep you head elevated higher than your heart. This will help minimize the amount of edema (swelling) Herbal supplements such as bromelin, papaya extract, and arnica may be of benefit, but few studies have proven their effectiveness. Most of all, be... more

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