How long should I wait after facial trauma before a rhinoplasty? (Photo)

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I injured my nose in a bad fall last week. The bridge of my nose has a dent. The x-ray showed that a piece of bone with chipped off. Part of the tip is is collapsed. I’ve had massive bruises under my eyes. I’ve read online that I should get reconstructive surgery within 2 weeks. I contacted my ENT surgeon, and I’ll get an exam in a month. But I’ve been on a waiting list for a deviated septum surgery for over a year. What should I do?

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

In order to complete the recovery of nasal bone and soft tissues, you should wait 1 year after facial trauma. If the surgery is performed before completing the nasal bone recovery, the bone deformity possibility is high.

Maryam Zamani (Saheb-Al-Zamani), MD · Answer

Hello. Sorry to hear about your fall and injury. A nasal fracture can be corrected in a closed manner with manipulation of the bone for the first 7-10 days. Often, the correction is insufficient and patients desiring better cosmesis go on to have a formal rhinoplasty operation 6-12 months later. Your deviated septum can be repaired at the same time with a septorhinoplasty procedure at that time. The portion related to breathing may be covered by OHIP but likely not the cosmetic portion of the procedure. Please see a board-certified surgeon in consultation.
Best Regards,
Dr. Zamani

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

We like to wait at least six months from the time of injury before reoperation. You should see an ENT or plastic surgeon to be re evaluated. I’m not sure if Canada’s heath care system will cover what they think is cosmetic or whether you will be paying out of pocket.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Is best to  wait 3 to 6 months After your nasal and facial injury before undergoing any cosmetic surgery  on the nose.

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