I am 10 days post-op from septorhinoplasty. I have tape on my nose instead of a cast. (Photo)

Hi. Thanks for posting your questions.  Silicone implants are NOT without their risks. Therefore to answer your questions as to whether they are "permanent materials that will last forever and not change" - the answer will be no. They can displace, get infected, extrude, or be visible as...

You need to have patience with your body as it begins to heal. The skin, bone and cartilage are all traumatized during surgery. Inflammation (swelling) is the normal response and will help your nose to heal and look beautiful in the end. If, one year from now, you are unhappy with your nose,...

A poly beak deformity is when the supratip area of the nasal bridge or dorsum projects further than the nasal tip.  Knowing that, there are a number of different things that can cause it after a rhinoplasty surgery.  The two most common, in my mind, are a lack of tip support or an inadequate r...

You need to have patience with your body as it begins to heal. The skin, bone and cartilage are all traumatized during surgery. Inflammation (swelling) is the normal response and will help your nose to heal and look beautiful in the end. If, one year from now, you are unhappy with your nose,...

Thanks for the question. After a Rhinoplasty surgery you can take a shower after 5-7 days. Then after this 5-7 days you should care to the surgery area in the shower. I wish you all the best.

Wait at least three months after the birth...so that you don't have a problem with blood clots. During pregnancy you are in a hypercoaguable (increased tendency to clot) state. Also, keep very hydrated pre and post op. I would also use Lovenox injections subQ post-op to reduce the chance of...