Swelling Is A Common Consequence of Rhinoplasty: The Plastic Surgery Institute of California

Rhinoplasty is a plastic surgery procedure performed to alleviate breathing problem, reshape the nose, change the shape of the tip or bridge of the nose or alter the size of the nostrils.

Rhinoplasty procedure is accomplished either by a closed rhinoplasty method, where all the incisions are made inside the nose or by an open rhinoplasty method, where a small incision is made on the columella.

Rhinoplasty, as with all the other surgery procedures, involves temporary side effects.

Swelling is one of the common side effects associated with rhinoplasty. Swelling around the nose and eye area will start immediately after the plastic surgery.

The plastic surgery patients should follow the post operative care instructions advised by the plastic surgeon in order to alleviate the swelling and to speed up the recovery process.

It is of utmost importance to refrain from the consumption of alcoholic drinks for several days prior to and after the rhinoplasty surgery. It is also essential to start walking as soon as possible after the plastic surgery in order to reduce swelling as well as to lower the risk of blood clotting.

The rhinoplasty patients should keep their head elevated all the time as well as avoid bending and other forms of strenuous activities post the plastic surgery.

At the Plastic Surgery Institute of California, our board certified plastic surgeons assist the rhinoplasty patients with all the information concerning the rhinoplasty procedure with compassion and understanding.

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