How long before I can go for a massage after a Rhinoplasty?

Hi marimeeks. Multiple views are needed of the nose for a complete evaluation (front, both sides, base, and 3/4 view). Based on your morphed photo, it seems as though you reduced a small hump on your nose and brought your nostril position down as well as added tip definition. You have a great...

Anesthesia and the “stress” of surgery can affect your hormones and probably your menstrual cycle. I think if will settle back to normal very quickly.

I month is still soon after surgery, and there is still swelling present. In general, 70% of the swelling resolves after the first 3 months and the remainder goes down over time. It can take 18-24 months to see the final result of the surgery. The tip is generally the last to come around. I...

From the image you provided, it appears to be a dissolvable suture that you removed from your nose. This should not be a problem as these will often come out on their own during your healing process. I recommend that you inform your surgeon of this just to be safe at your next followup...

Johncarey,Your diabetes, whether type 1 or type 2, should not interfere with your desire to get a rhinoplasty procedure. Be sure to inform your surgeon about your condition and he/she will be sure to accommodate you in every way possible. Hope this helps!Dr. Ali Sajjadian

Marialenrino,I advise you to be patient with your results. Four days is very early to determine your final appearance because there is a tremendous amount of swelling and bruising in your face. Your nostrils may appear large now but I believe with time they will begin to look more normal. As...