Would I be able to play contact sports after a rhinoplasty ?

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I was thinking of getting a nose job when I am about 21 will I be able to play sports even again after it?

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

Once the nasal healing is complete in about one month you can resume contact sports. About 80% of the bony healing is complete in 3 weeks after surgery. The swelling can take up to one year. RegardsDr. JDisclaimer:
This answer is not intended to give a medical opinion and does not substitute
for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’
education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for
further evaluation of your individual case.

Shahram Salemy, MD, FACS · Answer

You can certainly play sports after rhinoplasty, but a a couple of key points  that you want to keep in mind:Make sure you wait until your surgeon says it's ok to do so (usually at least 6 weeks after surgery but sometimes longer)After the rhinoplasty your nose could still be injured by a contact sport, just like it could before the procedure, and just like with any injury to the nose it may require surgery to correct it if injured badly enough.I hope that helps and good luck!

William Portuese, MD · Answer

It is acceptable to play contact sports after rhinoplasty, but it is best to wait at least 4-6 weeks before engaging in this activity. Important to give the nasal bones enough time to heal before getting injured.  Digital computer imaging would be helpful to understand what can be accomplished with your nose upon your facial features.For many examples of rhinoplasty, please see the link below to our rhinoplasty photo gallery

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