There can be some complications also,
for instance: abnormal shape of the nose
(it can be a mistake made during the rhinoplasty
surgery or if the patient doesn’t
keep head elevated enough or sleeping
on one side only, it can be corrected
by secondary surgery, often the implant
is used), anesthesia reaction, asymmetry,
bleeding (it can occur for up to four
weeks - the nasal packing may be used
to contril it), infection (pain, redness,
swelling), loss of smell, sinusitis, slow
healing, toxic shock syndrome, wound infection
(using an implant increase the chance
of infection) , visible scar, risk of
smoking (if the patient smokes, he/she
can have difficulties during the healing
process.
Patient may feel the lack of oxygen needed
to tissues and this increases the risk
for slow healing).
If surgery is performed by really qualified
plastic surgeon it’s rare case for complication
to appear after the rhinoplasty procedure.
On the other hand all surgeries have therisk
of complications. The part of healing
process also depends on the patient. He
or she must follow all the instructions
which were given. It's usually recommended
that activities which could result an
injury should be avoided for six weeks.
Be patient - clear rhinoplasty
results can be seen a week after surgery
or even later. So don’t start to regret
for your choise to do the rhinoplasty
operation if the results don’t unjustify
your expectations. It is long period of
healing - the final results will be seen
after the 4-6 months. After the several
weeks surgeon will give you recommendations
for resuming your normal activities. These
suggestions include:
- Avoid sport activities (swimming, playing sport games) also those activities that increases your blood pressure ( for eg. Sexual relations) for more than two weeks.
- DON’T rub the nose or getting it sunburned (eight weeks). Be careful while washing the face and hair also be gentle using cosmetics.
- If you have poor eyesight you can wear contact lenses, but glasses are another case. It’s not good to wear glasses when the splint is off. It is possible only then your nose will completely heal.
Your surgeon will give you frequent visits during several months after
nose surgery. It’s necessary for checking on the progress of your healing. If you have any unusual symptoms or any questions, don't be afraid to call your doctor for the consultation.
