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Normal life after rhinoplasty? Can I go to the beach and tan?

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acinomasJun 28, 2017

I got my rhinoplasty may 10th, can I go to the beach and tan and get in the water and wear makeup or do I have to keep it really clean and sanitary? Can I be out in the hot sun a long time or not?

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