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How many weeks after rhinoplasty should I continue icing my nose?

AloeTeaTreeJan 20, 2017
I had a closed rhinoplasty on 12/9. My doctor suggested I ice my face DAILY for the first 6 months to reduce swelling and inflammation. Is this commonly accepted and/or is there anything else I can do? Many thanks

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