Removed the rhinoplasty cast 5 days post op. Will it ruin the outcome?

I get generally get a phone call every few months that a patients cast inadvertently came off prematurely following their rhinoplasty surgery. I first tell them to remain calm!  I advise them not to place the cast back on their nose as this can cause harm to the surgical result if not applied properly.  You may have a bit more swelling than if the cast had remained on the entire suggested time but your outcome should be the same.   I would call your surgeon and seek their advice.

Most surgeons will keep the splint on for a week before removal.  This helps maintain the position following any bony work and reshaping.  It is best to discuss with your surgeon rather than trying to place the splint back on yourself.

Your questions is best answered by your surgeon, particularly after he/she has examined your nose. We here can not say what if any damage was done by removing your splint.I do like to have my patients keep the splint on for 7 days. The purpose of the splint is to minimize edema, and help keep things in place after the position of the bones and cartilage in your nose have been altered. When taking the splint off it is very important to be careful so that the skin is not pulled away from the underlying structure of the nose, which is why we do this very meticulously and slowly. I advise you to see your surgeon. Hope this helps.