How long after an open rhinoplasty surgery is it okay to drive?

April 20, 2015
Asked By:eks7 in Chicago, IL

My mom is driving me from the surgery center to a hotel and I will be staying there for three nights. I am planning to drive 4 hours back home after the 3 nights in the hotel. If I am still on any pain meds, I will not drive at all. I am just wondering if this is too soon after surgery to do a longer drive. Thank you.

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