I’m getting my rhinoplasty surgery next month and I’ve heard the removal of the packing is extremely painful. I was wondering if every single rhinoplasty patient gets packing put in or is it optional? Is it only put in for open rhinoplasty or closed rhinoplasty as well? I’m extremely nervous for the aftermath of my surgery when I go to my 1st post-op visit (removal of splints, stitches, etc)
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March 22, 2019
Answer: Does every rhinoplasty patient get packing put in their nose after surgery?
Several explanations come to my mind regarting that tip prominence, mainly in view of the evident tip asymmetry, and whatever they entail or involve for their management or correction is different:-tip plication sutures: I never use permanent sutures inside the nose, however some surgeons are...
I personally will wait until 9 -12 months before even DECIDING if a minor rasping procedure is necessary for any patient. A lot of changes can happen in one year, but healing is a crucial factor for minor revisions. There are many different, professional opinions about when it is appropriate to...