When can I eat chips after septorhinoplasty? I am 2 week post-op today.

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I am 2 week post-op today and I was wondering when I can have chips, tortillas?

Greg Bran, MD, PhD · Answer

Hi there and thank you for your question. If your upper lip does not feel swollen or stiff you should be fine eating chips. You will feel if your surgeon had to perform any procedures on your nasal base muscles when you smile and it feels stiff around your nasal sill. 
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Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear Nessa, I do not see any reason why you can not eat tortilla chips at this time. I would make sure that they are baked and not salted or lightly salted. It is best to avoid salty foods while recovering as you can retain water and this causes swelling. There are many brands you can find that will lean towards the healthier choices. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

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