You’ve just had a nose job, or rhinoplasty, and can’t wait to see your nose. But waiting six weeks for the swelling to go down is taking forever!
Yes, the rhinoplasty recovery process can be slow, as the nose is a delicate part of the face that requires time to heal. However, if you know a few tips, you can help speed up the recovery process.
To find out more, keep reading to find five helpful tips that can help shorten your rhinoplasty recovery timeline.
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1. Follow Your Doctor’s Aftercare Instructions Exactly
Want to reduce your rhinoplasty recovery time? If so, do what your doctor tells you to do.
The best rhinoplasty surgeon will provide you with detailed aftercare instructions, outlining your rhinoplasty recovery timeline and what you should (and shouldn’t) do. If you have questions or issues at any point, always call your medical team for advice.
2. Sleep With Your Head Elevated
It isn’t always the most comfortable, but you’ll want to sleep with your head propped up on a pillow for a few weeks after your surgery. Sleeping on your side or back could not only increase your swelling and bruising, but it could accidentally push your nose into the wrong position.
3. Use a Cold Compress for Swelling
For the first 2-4 days after surgery, regularly apply a cold compress to help reduce swelling. However, don’t apply directly to your nose, as this can cause damage.
Instead, apply it to your cheeks and try not to touch your nose at all. The same goes for glasses, sunglasses, and applying makeup—don’t do any of those things, since they can all put pressure on your nose and slow down the recovery process.
4. Keep a Healthy Diet
After any type of surgery, your body will heal faster with proper nutrition. Eat a healthy diet rich in veggies, fruit, and whole foods.
It can help to eat foods that help fight inflammation too, including olive oil, tomatoes, almonds, and leafy vegetables like spinach.
Also, avoid alcohol for a few weeks since it can thin your blood and decrease the effectiveness of your immune system.
5. Try Not to Blow Your Nose
Avoid blowing your nose for at least six weeks after your rhinoplasty. This can seriously damage your nose membranes and cause injury.
Talk to your doctor about saline sprays that you can use instead, since most rhinoplasty patients experience nasal drippage as part of the healing process.
Reduce Your Rhinoplasty Recovery Time With These Tips
If you want to maximize your rhinoplasty recovery, be sure to follow these tips! We know the recovery process can seem tedious and sometimes uncomfortable, but it’s important to help you heal.
After a few weeks, once the swelling has started to go down, it’ll all be worth it and you’ll love the look of your amazing new nose!
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After a few weeks, once the swelling has started to go down, it’ll all be worth it and you’ll love the look of your amazing new nose!
Did you find this article helpful? If so, please read on to find out more.
