What Should I Expect After Rhinoplasty Surgery?

Since rhinoplasty is a personalized surgery, expectations depend on several factors such as the patient’s desires, the golden ratio of facial features, and previous injuries or surgeries. While a physical examination is the best way to understand what to expect, reviewing previous surgery results can also help provide a brief idea about the outcomes. Click here for rhinoplasty results.

My skin worsened and became very oily after my nose surgery, will it return to its former state?

During the healing process after rhinoplasty, oil production in the skin increases due to nasal splints and bandages. This will last for a few weeks.

How long do bruising and swelling last after rhinoplasty?
Bruising usually heals within 7-14 days, while swelling can take several months to fully subside. However, most swelling will decrease within the first month after surgery.

When can I return to my daily life after rhinoplasty?

Basic healing requires about one week, so you can return to your daily routine with light makeup. However, please remember there is still a long way to go. Mild swelling may appear around the nose and under the eyes, which is barely noticeable and will gradually decrease.

When can I have a relaxation massage after septorhinoplasty?

In my opinion, you should wait about two weeks and a few days because splints are removed after two weeks. If anything unusual occurs, you should consult your doctor. I wish you all the best.

My nose is very asymmetrical, can it be corrected?

The main goal of almost all rhinoplasty surgeries is to correct the nasal axis. In some surgeries, this is easier, but cartilage deficiency can make it more difficult in others. Physical examination is always the key to the best decision and surgical plan for both doctor and patient.

Will the tip of my nose change much 11 weeks after surgery? It looks swollen. Will the tip droop or not?

The final result takes up to 12 months, so some swelling is possible. It is better to consult your doctor to assess the swelling.

I had rhinoplasty 18 days ago. I am worried about my polly beak deformity. Can you tell me what you think?

It is too early to comment on results 18 days after rhinoplasty. From the photos I have seen so far, there is some swelling. You need to wait a few more weeks for an approximate result.

Will my nostrils be the same shape and size when swelling goes down two weeks after rhinoplasty?

It is too early to comment on results two weeks after rhinoplasty. From the photos I have seen so far, there is some swelling. You need to wait a few more weeks for an approximate result.

Why does the skin on my nose become so oily and shiny after rhinoplasty?

During the healing period after rhinoplasty, oil production increases due to nasal splints and bandages, and acne may develop. This will last a few weeks.

Six days after surgery, my nose looks swollen and the tip is very large! Will this go away or is it a polly beak deformity?

It is too early to comment on results six days after rhinoplasty. From the photos I have seen so far, there is some swelling. You need to wait a few more weeks for an approximate result.

Can the bandage and tape be removed 10 days after rhinoplasty to return to work?

The bandage should stay on the nose for 6-7 days. After 6-7 days, the bandage is removed and a special tape is applied, which should stay on the nose for 3-4 more days. Ten days in total is enough to return to work, but bruising will still be visible. Therefore, it might be better to wait one more week if you want no one to notice you had nose surgery. I wish you all the best.

When can I start sports after rhinoplasty, and what should I avoid?

You can start basic sports activities 20 days after surgery, but please note that contact sports are still risky, and it is better to wait at least 2 months before engaging in them.