What is the recovery from rhinoplasty like?
For a week after the surgery, the patient must wear a splint to protect the nose and help it heal with structural support. The face may be puffy, and there is often some bruising and discomfort in the throat. “The throat will actually hurt worse than the nose,” says Dr. Robinson. Pain medication can alleviate this discomfort, which should not last more than a few days after surgery. In a week, the patient visits Dr. Robinson again to have the dressings removed. After this initial recovery phase, nose surgery patients are usually able to return to work and get back to their normal lives, with a few exceptions. “For six weeks after surgery we suggest no glasses or contact sports,” Dr. Robinson advises.
