I underwent rhinoplasty a few days ago. In particular, I had my nostrils narrowed and my tip refined. There is still a splint on my nose, but I am a bit worried as my nose is looking very pinched. Is this a result of the splint, or did my surgeon take too much out of my nostrils?
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A nasal splint or cast is an important part of most rhinoplasties. They are required when osteotomies (bone cuts) have been performed. This helps to stabilize the bone in its new position. We typically leave the splint in position for about 5 days. It is taped in place and easily removed. W...
The hardest part of the rhinoplasty is waiting for months to see your final result! the tip area, especially in open rhinoplasty surgery, takes the longest for the swelling to completely resolve. Some surgeons like to use taping to help put compression on the area, though it depends on the...
In all rhinoplasty surgeries, there is a period of healing that must pass before the result can be judged. If grafts were used to build up the tip, then waiting is even more critical.
All grafts take time to settle and incorporate back into the body. Usually they are a little stiff for the first...