Going to the Bathroom After Rhinoplasty

Dear Rhinoplasty patient from Grimesland, NC It is difficult to render a professional opinion based on your description. I agree with Dr. Ridgway regarding formation of ploy beak deformity. This can occur as result of scar formation at supra tip area. Three months after rhinoplasty, it is...

Patients who undergo rhinoplasty are often eager to resume their normal exercise routine. Unfortunately, any maneuver that elevates blood pressure in the immediate post-operative period can result in bleeding. This risk increases when septoplasty is performed in combination with rhinoplasty. ...

Dear rhinoplasty patient, I agree with other respected plastic surgeons regarding smoking. Since you have not smoked for a long time take this opportunity to quit smoking all together. Saying that only one cigarette would not harm your nose. Enjoy your nose and your health  

Dear rhinoplasty patient, I reviewed your post Mohs surgery’s photo. It appears that the scar formation after your Mohs surgery has created the bump on your nose. All options that were given to you by your PS are great alternatives to treat your nose. I would go with a conservative option. F...

Dear rhinoplasty patient from New Jersey, This matter should be investigated by your surgeon and a hematologist. Slightly low platelet count is not a contraindication to rhinoplasty, but your platelets are very low and this may require some pre treatments and close observation in a hospital....

Dear Rhinoplasty patient from San Francisco, CA, It is difficult to render a professional opinion without examining your nose. Based on your descriptions, there remains some degree of swelling after your rhinoplasty surgery. This may take another month to improve. Your rhinoplasty surgeon could...