What happens if I wear glasses after septorhinoplasty? (photo)

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Can this affect my breathing? It's been a week and a half since my surgery and I thought wearing glasses would be okay after the first week. I've noticed these dents on the bridge of my nose though, my breathing isn't as good as when I got my nose splint inserts taken out, is this normal? Is your breathing supposed to deteriorate after your nose splints get taken out? Once the swelling goes away, will my breathing get better? or do you think my glasses are a cause of my breathing problems?

Donald B. Yoo, MD, FACS · Answer

Touch base with your surgeon regarding his/her protocol of wearing glasses.  Most surgeons, myself included, prefer to have patients avoid glasses for at least a few weeks after surgery (if the dorsum was reshaped).  It's unlikely though that your glasses are responsible for your breathing issues.  You may have some intranasal swelling once the splints were removed, causing your breathing to be temporarily worse.  Follow up with your surgeon to best address your concerns.

Paul S. Nassif, MD · Answer

I would recommend following up with your surgeon, as he/she may have specific guidelines for you to follow in regard to wearing glasses after surgery. In general, we advise patients to refrain from wearing any type of glasses for up to 6 weeks after surgery. If necessary, glasses can be taped to the forehead to relieve any pressure on the nose. It is normal to have some congestion for the first two weeks after surgery, and this may last longer depending on the patient. Congestion following surgery is related to swelling, and will improve over time. From here, I would advise you to speak with your surgeon, as he or she knows the details of your procedure. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck with the remainder of your recovery.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

These are questions that your surgeon needs to address! In my practice I recommend NO glass for 3 weeks...//

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I prefer that patients do not rest glasses on the bridge of their nose for at least 3 weeks.  Before that time I have patients tape them to the forehead to limit pressure.

George C. Peck, Jr, MD · Answer

Because of the swelling in the nose, your glasses are going to leave temporary dents. You should probably wear lighter glasses, contacts, or move the glasses more often so as they won't cause dents. Some patients tape them on their foreheads to avoid undue pressure on the nose. Contact your surgeon for advice.

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