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Getting the tape wet after rhinoplasty will not damage the result, and the nose can be retaped if necessary.
It is unlikely you caused any issues by getting your nose wet. I would recommend speaking with your surgeon, as they may be able to examine the area and ease any concerns you may have. I hope this helps, and good luck!
Timmy, It should be fine. If the wetting makes it come off or loosens it, call your doctors office and ask what to do. Good luck.
I wouldn't worry about it too much. However, I do suggest contacting your surgeon to see if he/she wants to re-tape. Good luck!
Hello, Thank you for the question. I would follow your plastic surgeons instructions at this point and give yourself plenty of time for the swelling to go down before assessing the final result. A residual bump that is caused by cartilage will not go away. A bump from...
Most of the control of bleeding occurs before the surgery even starts. It involves placing a decongestant throughout the nose to shrink the blood vessels and decrease any inflammation in the nose. Once this is done, I then inject Lidocaine with epinephrine which provides anesthesia to the area...
Based on your history there is a good chance your nose was broken at the time of your injury. From a surgical standpoint, however, the approach to both the cosmetic as well as breathing issues would be the same. If you had a nasal fracture your insurance may cover the surgery, or at...