I work as a flight attendant and would like a rhinoplasty. How much time off work will I need to heal?

2 weeks is probably a reasonable amount of time off from work.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA......

Most people return to work after the splint comes off at the one week visit. as long as there is no bending lifting or straining (e.g. lifting bags into overhead bins) for two weeks. Make-up can be applied to cover any residual bruising. 80% of the swelling is resolved after 2 - 3 weeks, but it can take up to a year for all of the swelling to resolve.Everyone is different, but these are general guidelines. Good Luck,Dr. Kaniff

Typically patients will return to work about 10 days after rhinoplasty. As a flight attendant, I assume you have to do some heavy lifting on occasion.  Therefore, perhaps 2 weeks to return with restriction on lifting for another week.