It is now 15 days past the initial surgery. I used the ice pack for the bruising on the nose and around the eyes but I haven't used the ice pack in a few days. Is it going to cause long-term damage to the intended result if I don't use the ice pack? It is now just puffy in the post-splint stage. Is it ok to just let the nose "work itself out" at this point?
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August 18, 2015
Answer: How long should I ice my nose after rhinoplasty surgery?
I think you need to be more specific regarding what about your nose you dislike. Your nose can be narrowed through a variety of techniques. You should go on a few consults with surgeons in your area known for their rhinoplasty work to further learn about the options and what you...
Although your photo is not take from directly ahead and it's difficult to fully assess your nose, it does appear that you're right and the nose does deviate to the left of your face.This does not fix itself, so if you're interested in doing something about it, then you should speak with an...