Pre-Rhinoplasty Process

The six weeks following your preservation rhinoplasty are vital in ensuring a successful recovery.

Dr. Yunus Kaplan will discuss what to do during these six weeks. He will see you after one week to ensure your recovery is going smoothly.

You will need complete rest during the first week of recovery, which is best to spend at home. A nasal drip pad will be utilized for the first two days to handle any bleeding. You will also need to irrigate your nose after surgery by using nasal saline. You will continue this for three months.

Do not take your recovery lightly. Dr. Sajjadian will provide detailed instructions on the dos and don’ts during this time. If followed, you can expect a successful healing process and outcome as well.

Most patients return to work about 10 days after the operation. This will, of course, depend on the type of work you do. This will be discussed further during your consultation and subsequent visits.

Patients may resume their regular workout routine three to four weeks after the operation. You’ll need to limit physical activity for two days. After that, you may start moving around the house and doing light workouts.

After one week you can start walking in the neighborhood. Of course, this depends on your recovery progress. It is best to err on the side of caution. It would be best if you gave your body time to heal according to what it tells you. Please don’t push it.

Adequate sleep and resting will not only help you achieve the best results but minimizes the chance of any potential complications.

Contraindications for preservation rhinoplasty include allergies, severe traumatic nose deformity, completely low nasal bridges, drug addiction, wound-healing problems, smoking, and bleeding disorders.