How long do I have to stop retinoids before/after rhinoplasty? How long do you have to wear tape on your nose after surgery?

Looks to be a small suture abscess following surgery but you would want it addressed ASAP as this can eventually cause a wound breakdown and septal abscess or even perforation.  Typically, drainage followed by a further round of antibiotics will quickly settle the problem down and solve the...

Not to worry!  You've done nothing wrong.  After an open rhinoplasty or even sometimes in a closed procedure with septoplasty combined the smile can be affected, the nose feel tense and tight and the base of the nose and lip just feel "wrong".  This almost always corrects itself...

As you mentioned, you had your surgery four years ago, and while rhinoplasty can affect olfactory function, this change is often temporary, with many patients experiencing a return of their sense of smell over time. If you have undergone a CT scan or MRI that shows normal results, that is...

You're certainly not alone! Many of my patients have bumped their nose in some way or another afterrhinoplasty, and, fortunately, I haven't seen any permanent damage. However, if you are concerned, please contact your plastic surgeon so that he or she can take a closer look and determine if...

Most rhinoplasty surgeons will allow patients to wash their face with a gentle cleanser after the sutures and external splint are removed. I use an external splint held in place with a skin adhesive and paper tape and I allow my patients to shower and wash their hair on postop day two. When this...

Dear ashleykmThanks for the question. The strength of the impact is crucially important to say something processing. Of course, it’s better to visit your doctor as soon as possible. I wish you all the best.