I had my rhinoplasty surgery this past Tuesday and the tape around and underneath the external splint are starting to not stick to my skin anymore. I can't call my PS b/c he isn't available weekends. So what should I do? Thank you for your time.
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I don't like my rhinoplasty patients to do anything "chemical" on their skin for at least one month. Stick to moisturizers and gentle cleansers only for now.
No need to apply ice. Gravity affects swelling. Swelling from around the nose and eyes will migrate down slowly in the first week after surgery and generally will be gone by about a week after surgery. Other than rest and keeping your head elevated, time alone will help the swelling resolve.
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Swelling after rhinoplasty is normal and will come and go. As long as it is minimal without any bruising it will go away. Also it tends to be worse in the am after waking up. I usually see my rhinoplasties a 6 weeks 6 months and a year. Reason being that it takes time to see the final result....
