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The placement of a nasal splint after rhinoplasty is very important in maintaining the position of the nasal bones until they have healed. If your splint becomes loosened or you think there is any problem with it at all, you should see your plastic surgeon right away. The splint may need to be reapplied.
The nasal cast or splint is typically removed approximately 1 week after rhinoplasty. The cast helps keep nasal shape and reduce swelling. However, facial oil and sweat will loosen the tape. You can reinforce the cast with additional tape on top of the cast. Speak with your rhinoplasty surgeon for specific instructions, as he/she may allow it to come off earlier if appropriate or ask you to come to the office for re-taping. Dr. Chaboki
Most surgeons will remove the splint in 5-7 days. You can try to tape the splint down to your face and contact your surgeon for instructions
This not uncommon. Facial oils and or persperation will do this. At five days I remove the cast anyway Tape may be necessary.
Your surgeon will likely remove the splint soon so just tape it into position. You can purchase the appropriate tape at any pharmacy. Good luck.
It is best to avoid any supplements until the physician who performed your surgery says that you have healed adequately and can resume taking the supplement
If this in the firsat few weeks massage will probably help. Do this before scar tissue sets up. However if this is late, you may need a small procedure to break up the scar
Yes, you can reattach the lower lateral cartilage to the nasal spine and it will help improve your breathing. Be sure to see an experienced doctor so that they surgery is as successful as possible.
