My board certified cosmetic surgeon is ADAMANT about his patients wearing the external nose cast for 14 days post op, regardless how involved a patient's rhinoplasty was. I've read extensively online that many board-certified doctors only require their patients to wear the cast during the day for 5-7 days. Is my surgeon just being extra cautious? His assistant told me that even a week after surgery, the nasal bones were still "floating around" inside my nose.
July 12, 2017
Answer: Nasal bones and cast You are correct, everyone has a different post op regimen. That being said, its always best to follow your doc's recommendations as they know what gives the best results in their hands and for their technique. Not only that, but keeping the cast on longer will help reduce the swelling, so thats an added bonus. Best of luck with your healing, and congratulations on your procedure!
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July 12, 2017
Answer: Nasal bones and cast You are correct, everyone has a different post op regimen. That being said, its always best to follow your doc's recommendations as they know what gives the best results in their hands and for their technique. Not only that, but keeping the cast on longer will help reduce the swelling, so thats an added bonus. Best of luck with your healing, and congratulations on your procedure!
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July 11, 2017
Answer: Nose cast 24/7 for 14 days after rhino This will vary from surgeon to surgeon. The length of time depends on how extensive your rhinoplasty was and how well your nose is healing. Sometimes patients can have their casts removed earlier if they are progressing very well, while other patients may need to keep theirs on for a longer period of time.Best to trust your board certified plastic surgeon's judgment.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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July 11, 2017
Answer: Nose cast 24/7 for 14 days after rhino This will vary from surgeon to surgeon. The length of time depends on how extensive your rhinoplasty was and how well your nose is healing. Sometimes patients can have their casts removed earlier if they are progressing very well, while other patients may need to keep theirs on for a longer period of time.Best to trust your board certified plastic surgeon's judgment.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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