Will I be able to move my nose without touching it after rhinoplasty?

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To clarify, I mean move it without touching it as in flare my nostrils or tense the muscle so that it appears sort of sucked in.

David C. Yao, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes- thank you for asking. The muscles of the nose that allow nostril flaring should move after a rhinoplasty. In a few cases, the swelling and muscle being stunned will prevent movement initially until the area resolves. Speak to your rhinoplasty surgeon. Best wishes!

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Flaring your nostrils or tensing the muscles after  rhinoplasty will not harm the nose itself. A cast is usually applied across the bridge of the nose to hold the nasal bones their new place. Anticipate visible bruising and swelling for two weeks and full healing takes a year. Rhinoplasty is a very difficult endeavor,  so choose your surgeon very wisely based on extensive experience.

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