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Is massaging or taping necessary after a Rhinoplasty? (photo)

August 10, 2020
Asked By:aaa77u in Washington DC, DC

I had a rhinoplasty over 1.5 year ago. My surgeon never instructed me to tape my nose or to massage and I can still see the impressions on my nose when I touch it. My nose tip also seems lower. Would taping or massage help? Should of my surgeon suggested those options?

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