Your facial appearance is your calling card and creates the first impression. The size and shape of your nose play a significant role in the appeal of your face. Modern plastic surgery makes it possible, in talented hands, to create a more balanced, harmonious facial appearance by changing the shape, size, or contour of the nose with rhinoplasty surgery.
Rhinoplasty FAQ
What if I need to blow my nose the day after my rhinoplasty?
Can I present my new nose to everyone the day after my nose surgery?
Can I drive myself home after rhinoplasty?
What can I do for pain or headaches after the procedure?
I recently had a nose job in Los Angeles, but it was botched. Can I get it fixed?
What if I need to blow my nose the day after my rhinoplasty?
Do not blow your nose – it can harm the surgical site. This can rupture the stitches, cause severe pain, or cause excessive bleeding.
Can I present my new nose to everyone the day after my nose surgery?
Yes, but it won’t appear normal-sized. It will be bandaged, bruised, and swollen. After the tape is removed, the bruising may need another week to subside. The nose will continue to heal for the next month. In some cases of extensive reconstruction, the nose may require several months to attain the look desired. Don’t expect to be red-carpet ready for several weeks. The time will pass quickly, and a few months of healing is nothing when compared to a lifetime of feeling embarrassed or unhappy, and suffering from a lack of self-confidence.
Can I drive myself home after rhinoplasty?
No. Because of the effects of anesthesia, patients cannot drive themselves home after rhinoplasty. If you are out of town and need transportation, our office can help you with the arrangements, including transport.
What can I do for pain or headaches after the procedure?
Only take medications as directed by your physician. Don’t take any type of medications containing aspirin or NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen. Apply a cool washcloth or ice pack to the top of your head for pain. Just ensure the bandage does not get wet.
I recently had a nose job in Los Angeles, but it was botched. Can I get it fixed?
Absolutely! Dr. Paul Nassif specializes in revision rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills. Please see this page for information on Rhinoplasty revisions.