When are the splints removed after Rhinoplasty surgery?
Usually, splints are removed roughly one week post-operatively. The duration may vary depending on the exact procedure and your doctor. 3. When are the stitches removed after Rhinoplasty surgery? Many Rhinoplasties are performed with all the incisions on the inside and are closed with dissolving stitches that do not need to be removed. If external stitches are used e.g. to narrow the nostrils or in an “open” Rhinoplasty, removal is commonly 5 – 7 days post-op. 4. When is it okay after Rhinoplasty surgery to run or lift weights? Every case is different and every surgeon has a different routine. If the Rhinoplasty involves “re-breaking” the nose, most plastic surgeons suggest avoiding such vigorous activities for 4 – 6 weeks. 5. Is it possible for the nose to grow after Rhinoplasty surgery? The nose after reaching adulthood does not typically grow after Rhinoplasty. However, sometimes techniques such as cartilage grafts are purposefully used to elongate the nose depending on the abnormal
