Hello, 7 week ago i had rhynoplasty septoplasty and right after the surgery i got small bruises around my eyes. 3 weeks later the bruises dissapeared but these dark spots seems to remain on that exact area and doesnt seem to fade away so easily. I am afraid that its gonna stay permanently. What do you think what it might be and how to treat it ?
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Answer: Dark Circles under eyes after a rhinoplasty
HiWhile you will see a variety of types of anesthesia offered the best for nasal surgery is general anesthesia with an endotracheal (breathing) tube. It protects the airway the best. LMA tubes should be avoided and twilight (IV sedation) while common in many locations due to reduced...
Dear Blingpop,Nasal packing is mostly used to prevent nasal bleeding post surgery and it can be removed sometimes as soon as 1 day post op. I would call your surgeon and seek advise. Many surgeons do not even use nasal packings anymore due to their discomfort without added benefit.
The medial crural footplate can either be removed or medialized if it is obstructing your airway.If it is resulting in assymetry of your tip or ala (nostril), cartilage grafting from your ear or septum can be used to correct it. I would recommend discussing the issue with your surgeon.