Can steaming your face 1 month post op of open rhinoplasty ruin results or cause swelling?

If too much turbinate tissue is removed from your nose, that may lead to nasal dryness. If your nasolacrimal duct was blocked after your turbinate surgery, you would expect to see epiphora - too much tearing. Consider consulting with a reputable ophthalmologist for evaluation of your concerns....

Hello, At this stage you don't need to worry too much. Especially after you had your nose broken you can expect a lot of swelling. It is only 11 days after your surgery so things will get better. Stay in touch with your surgeon and be patient. After about 6 months you will see the more definite...

Thank you for your query.It is way too early to be carrying out any sort of analysis. You should not do this for at least 6 months as your nose will continue to change over the course of the next 12 months.A lot of patience is required. Hope that helps.

Certainly yawning will make no significant difference to your nose.  There are a number of surgical options to narrow a nose and some can be done under local anesthesia. Seek out a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for in person consultation to get an opinion about this. I hope you find...

Dear Nola2016, The nasal bones should have been fully healed by six weeks after surgery. I see no reason why you cannot start wearing glasses at this time. I hope this has been helpful. Robert D. Wilcox, MD

Initially for the first year or so after surgery, swelling is responsible for many of the shape changes. As this dissipates there are fewer day to day or weekly changes in appearance. Salty foods, alcohol, and hormonal changes (ie menstrual cycle), contribute to these fluctuations.  Long...