Quite sure I need a septoplasty surgery but worried about the recovery process. I saw on realself about rhinoplasty recovery, is it similar with septplasty? What do i need to consider about recovering: downtime, medications, pain, etc? thank you so very much for your expert opinions.
Answer: Septoplasty recovery The recovery time for septoplasty (straightening the midwall partition of the nose) is quicker than rhinoplasty (full nose job). Most surgeons use silicon based stents (internal splints) for about one week following the surgery. The splints usually have a tunnel, enabling the patient to still breath through them during this recovery phase. Most of the pain and discomfort is reported during the first week while the splints are sutured inside the nose. Many surgeons prescribe an oral antibiotic and a low grade narcotic pain medication for the first week. Patients can maintain their regular diet following the surgery. However, they are instructed to avoid any medications or supplements that could have potential blood thinning effects. During this week patients are at risk for nosebleeds (albeit low) and thus instructed to avoid strenuous activity too. Following the removal of the splints patients are instructed on local wound care with saline washes +/- ointment at the nostril edges. Most patients will resume their work and regular activity in the second week. There is usually minimal pain at this phase but some numbness of upper lip and palate and discomfort with facial movement might be experienced. It will take about two to three months for the general wound contraction and resorption of absorbable sutures to occur, by then the result is mostly considered final.
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Answer: Septoplasty recovery The recovery time for septoplasty (straightening the midwall partition of the nose) is quicker than rhinoplasty (full nose job). Most surgeons use silicon based stents (internal splints) for about one week following the surgery. The splints usually have a tunnel, enabling the patient to still breath through them during this recovery phase. Most of the pain and discomfort is reported during the first week while the splints are sutured inside the nose. Many surgeons prescribe an oral antibiotic and a low grade narcotic pain medication for the first week. Patients can maintain their regular diet following the surgery. However, they are instructed to avoid any medications or supplements that could have potential blood thinning effects. During this week patients are at risk for nosebleeds (albeit low) and thus instructed to avoid strenuous activity too. Following the removal of the splints patients are instructed on local wound care with saline washes +/- ointment at the nostril edges. Most patients will resume their work and regular activity in the second week. There is usually minimal pain at this phase but some numbness of upper lip and palate and discomfort with facial movement might be experienced. It will take about two to three months for the general wound contraction and resorption of absorbable sutures to occur, by then the result is mostly considered final.
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Answer: Recovery septoplasty vs rhinoplasty...is it the same? The recovery for septoplasty is less time than for rhinoplasty. Our patients find that the first week has the most discomfort after septoplasty only because of packing with stents to keep the airway open and keep things stable while you're healing. Once the stents come out (usually in 7 days), you're feeling much better and take a nice breath of fresh air. Within a few weeks, you should be feeling good, with your swelling at a minimum. In two to three months you should be healed. With Rhinoplasty it can take much longer for the swelling to completely subside (6 months to a year). Be well!
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Answer: Recovery septoplasty vs rhinoplasty...is it the same? The recovery for septoplasty is less time than for rhinoplasty. Our patients find that the first week has the most discomfort after septoplasty only because of packing with stents to keep the airway open and keep things stable while you're healing. Once the stents come out (usually in 7 days), you're feeling much better and take a nice breath of fresh air. Within a few weeks, you should be feeling good, with your swelling at a minimum. In two to three months you should be healed. With Rhinoplasty it can take much longer for the swelling to completely subside (6 months to a year). Be well!
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October 10, 2018
Answer: Septoplasty - recovery time HI septoplasty is the inner airway procedure to remove deviated cartilage. It is a very different procedure than a rhinoplasty that changes the bones and cartilage to give the nose a different shape.For septoplasty we have you relax for about 10 days. For rhinoplasty surgery the recovery is similar but can take a little bit longer due to the swelling. I suggest visiting a board certified plastic surgeon who performs these procedures or a ENT physician that has additional training called "facial plastic surgery" to help figure out exactly what you need.Best Wishes!!
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October 10, 2018
Answer: Septoplasty - recovery time HI septoplasty is the inner airway procedure to remove deviated cartilage. It is a very different procedure than a rhinoplasty that changes the bones and cartilage to give the nose a different shape.For septoplasty we have you relax for about 10 days. For rhinoplasty surgery the recovery is similar but can take a little bit longer due to the swelling. I suggest visiting a board certified plastic surgeon who performs these procedures or a ENT physician that has additional training called "facial plastic surgery" to help figure out exactly what you need.Best Wishes!!
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April 24, 2018
Answer: Septoplasty Recovery Recovering from a septoplasty is not as terrible as you might thing. The first 48-72hrs you can expect some dull pain and you may have a headache. The biggest thing you can do during that time is head elevation, rest and ice. Most patients can switch to tylenol at that point and get back to work.
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April 24, 2018
Answer: Septoplasty Recovery Recovering from a septoplasty is not as terrible as you might thing. The first 48-72hrs you can expect some dull pain and you may have a headache. The biggest thing you can do during that time is head elevation, rest and ice. Most patients can switch to tylenol at that point and get back to work.
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March 29, 2018
Answer: Septoplasty Septoplasty alone is an easier, quicker recovery than the rhinoplasty. Septoplasty alone includes removal of the angled portion of the septum (bone and cartilage) and repositing the septum in the midline.
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March 29, 2018
Answer: Septoplasty Septoplasty alone is an easier, quicker recovery than the rhinoplasty. Septoplasty alone includes removal of the angled portion of the septum (bone and cartilage) and repositing the septum in the midline.
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October 15, 2017
Answer: Septoplasty Hello Ivan and thanks for your question.
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October 15, 2017
Answer: Septoplasty Hello Ivan and thanks for your question.
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