Hi I'm new here & interested in getting a rhinoplasty. How will this go, I am looking into scheduling consultations w/ some doctors. Some people have mentioned scheduling a 2nd consultation, how long after an initial consult would a 2nd consult be a good idea? Then is there a pre-op appt, then surgery & post-op appt(s?). What is this timeline like and how long does it take?
Answer: Rhinoplasty First I would chose 3 board certified plastic surgeons to consult with. At the appointment, be prepared to state exactly what you do not like as well as what you like about your nose. Discuss any breathing issues. Ask to pre and post op photos of some similar patients. Make sure you have a list of questions concerning the procedure and possible risks and complications. Then decide who you feel will do the best for you and treat you if you have any complications. At the preop, again write your questions down so that you will be sure all your concerns will be addressed. Usually I see my patients the day after surgery , one week later to remove cast and or splints, two weeks, one month, 3 months, 6 months, and at a year.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty First I would chose 3 board certified plastic surgeons to consult with. At the appointment, be prepared to state exactly what you do not like as well as what you like about your nose. Discuss any breathing issues. Ask to pre and post op photos of some similar patients. Make sure you have a list of questions concerning the procedure and possible risks and complications. Then decide who you feel will do the best for you and treat you if you have any complications. At the preop, again write your questions down so that you will be sure all your concerns will be addressed. Usually I see my patients the day after surgery , one week later to remove cast and or splints, two weeks, one month, 3 months, 6 months, and at a year.
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May 31, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty time frame The time frame will depend on appointment availability. Usually you can get a consultation within a week or so, and then depending on a number of factors, surgery can be performed within a few weeks after that. Every surgeon is different but I see patients initially and then back for a preoperative appointment where consent forms are signed and all last minute questions answered. I then see patients back at one week, six weeks, three months, six months, and one year. Obviously if there are any issues between appointments, I will see them again. It will take approximately one year to see final results from surgery. I would suggest meeting with a few surgeons and they can offer you more specific advise after an in person consultation. Best of luck
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May 31, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty time frame The time frame will depend on appointment availability. Usually you can get a consultation within a week or so, and then depending on a number of factors, surgery can be performed within a few weeks after that. Every surgeon is different but I see patients initially and then back for a preoperative appointment where consent forms are signed and all last minute questions answered. I then see patients back at one week, six weeks, three months, six months, and one year. Obviously if there are any issues between appointments, I will see them again. It will take approximately one year to see final results from surgery. I would suggest meeting with a few surgeons and they can offer you more specific advise after an in person consultation. Best of luck
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