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In general, I encourage people to sleep with their head elevated for the first 7-10 days after having a rhinoplasty. If you accidentally sleep on your side then it really does not matter.
Dear BilsonThanks for the question. In general, I advice to my Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty patients to sleep in a position in which their head is elevated with two or three pillows to minimise the swelling and bruises and also it is easier for breathing and they should wait laying 7-10 days. For your case you'd better share your problem about sleeping and I am sure he/she will give you better advice. I wish you all the best.
Your boarded Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon will review all of your possible options regarding lower nasal surgery because it will affect the shape and position of your nostrils.
You are correct in most cases the majority of swelling will disappear at 10 weeks or so. But in some patients it takes longer.
Thank you for your question. You should absolutely consult with your physician about your smoking habits in order to obtain the most reliable and individualized medical advice. It's best to avoid smoking for at least two weeks prior to rhinoplasty. This applies not only to conventional cigarett...
I would not focus on being a 7, 8, 9, or 10 on an attractiveness scale. That is extremely subjective and not worth your time, as you will never be happy with the outcome. Rhinoplasty is my favorite operation because it can have such a profound impact on a person's self esteem and confidence, and...
Most surgeons will advise you not to wear glasses or sunglasses after having a rhinoplasty for six weeks after your surgery. This applies when surgery is performed where the hump is taken down and the bones fractured (osteotomies) as you had. 18 weeks after your rhinoplasty, most surgeons would...
If your rhinoplasty was 1 month ago you should be able to clean away the scabs that you describe without causing any damage. The safest approach would be to see your surgeon who could do this for you. If you can't get in to him or her, place some wet gauze over the scabbed area and let it sit...
