The medical procedure known as rhinoplasty modifies the appearance of the nose. Motives for rhinoplasty range from cosmetic enhancement to functional enhancements like better airflow. The nasal framework is made up of bone and cartilage, respectively. It is possible to alter bone, cartilage, or skin during rhinoplasty. You and your surgeon should discuss the benefits and risks of rhinoplasty to determine if it is right for you.
The cosmetic goals you have, the quality of the skin on your nose, and the shape of your face are all factors that your surgeon will consider when planning your rhinoplasty. If your doctor advises surgery, they will tailor a strategy to your individual needs. In rare cases, medical insurance will cover the total or a significant portion of the expense of rhinoplasty in Lahore.
Symptoms
The following are common symptoms that there is a problem:
- Nasal congestion
- Mouth breathing
- Dry mouth
- Reduced sense of smell
- Nosebleeds
- Frequent sinus infections
- Sinus pressure headaches
- Chronic bad breath
- Hypernasal voice tone
- Difficulty breathing through one or both nostrils
Recommendations
Day of Surgery Preparation
Your doctor may give you a tentative surgery date and time at your consultation. You will receive a call the day before surgery to know when to arrive at the surgical centre. If your operation is scheduled in Lahore, the pre-op nurse will contact you by phone a few days beforehand. If the day of your surgery rolls around and you haven’t heard from the hospital, it’s possible. The Rhinoplasty and Facial Plastic Surgery Coordinator at AZ Plastic Surgeons will contact you if you are scheduled for surgery.
Day of Surgery
- On the morning of the operation, you should not consume anything, including water. Necessary meds can be swallowed with a little water.
- You should now take your first dose of Sinecch, a herbal supplement.
- Put on baggy garments that zip or button in the front or rear. You should not wear anything that can slide off easily.
- Don’t bring anything of value, and don’t bother putting on jewellery.
- Don’t put anything near your eyes or face. Do not paint your nails.
- You’re free to use corrective eyewear but not contact lenses.
- Do not take off your dentures.
- Please remember to bring your insurance card and photo ID.
Postoperative Care
- Change dressing beneath the nose (if present) until the drainage stops.
- Keep your nose shut for two weeks. Nose blowing is allowed, but gentle sniffing is fine. Open your mouth wide when you sneeze.
- Before you leave the surgical facility, any nasal packs will be taken out.
- Keep the inside of your nose wet with nasal saline spray; 2 puffs per nostril Healing and comfort can be enhanced by doing this at least four to six times daily.
- Apply vaseline ointment with a cotton-tipped applicator to the skin and the stitches inside your nostril. Don’t put your fingers in those spots.
- Keep your head up during the first 48 hours to minimize swelling. A recliner works wonderfully. Sleeping with an additional pillow or two is adequate.
- For the first 48 hours, use iced gauze pads (pads soaked in ice water and wrung out) to the affected areas (eyes and cheeks) to reduce swelling and redness. Please don’t use any form of an icy compress.
- Prevent items requiring extended chewing and avoid excessive facial movements for one week.
- Use a gentle toothbrush and take your time when brushing your teeth. Keep your top lip steady and your nose untweaked. For up to a week, you can feel tingling or numbness in your upper lip and teeth.
- After 5-7 days, the nasal cast will be taken off at your follow-up session. If it gets wet, dry it off carefully by patting it. If you can avoid the cast, then you may wash your face. Wash your hair and take a shower if you like.
- If you’re prone to bleeding or swelling, it’s best to take it easy on the sports and the sex. Three postoperative days is when you can start doing light walking again. You can gradually resume aerobic exercise, weight training, heavy lifting, and straining three weeks after surgery. Due to the high risk of injury, you should take a month off from the sport while swimming.
- The first 6 weeks after surgery, you should stay out of direct sunlight, tanning lamps, and indoor tanning booths. Nose swelling is a side effect of heat.
- For at least 6 weeks, you should avoid wearing any glasses or sunglasses resting on your nose’s bridge. The surgical procedure does not preclude using contact lenses the following day. When your cast comes off, we’ll show you how to tape your glasses to your forehead, so they don’t stress on your nose.
- Don’t be alarmed if the nose, eyes, and upper lip exhibit some swelling after removing the dressing – this disappears typically within 7 to 14 days. It may take up to 6 months for the swelling to go away entirely in some patients.
- Avoid taking any drugs that aren’t given to you by your doctor.
- After the doctor has removed your cast, you can use a light soap to wash your nose. After the cast is off, you can put on your makeup. There are concealing products available to hide any discolouration. Some patients may need up to 6 months for the edema to completely disappear.
Care
Resting your head above your chest will help minimize swelling and bleeding after surgery. Swelling or the splints placed inside your nose after surgery may be to blame for your nasal congestion. External dressings are typically removed between one and seven days after surgery. In addition, your doctor will tape a splint on your nose to provide it with extra structure and protection. Typically, it will be in effect for seven days.
For a few days following surgery or after the bandage has been removed, it is usual for there to be some light bleeding and outflow of mucus and old blood. A “drip pad,” or a little piece of gauze secured with tape, may be placed under your nose by your doctor to catch nasal discharge. If your doctor tells you to, change the gauze. The drip pad shouldn’t be held too close to your nose. Your doctor may order you to take special precautions for many weeks after surgery to lessen the chances of bleeding and swelling. Sometimes a doctor will request that you.
- Stop doing things like jogging and aerobics that are too taxing on your body.
- The bandages on your nose necessitate that you take baths rather than showers.
- Not to blow your nose.
- Eat plenty of high-fiber foods like fruits and vegetables to keep your bowels regular. If you’re suffering from constipation, you can strain and place unnecessary stress on the incision.
- Avoid too dramatic gestures on the face, such as smiles or laughter.
- Keep your top lip from moving too much while you brush your teeth.
- Keep your buttoned-up clothing front. Don’t try to wear top layers of clothing by yanking them over your head.
After surgery, don’t wear glasses or sunglasses that rest on your nose bridge for at least four weeks. While your nose heals, tape your glasses to your forehead or cheeks. Cover your nose with sunscreen and wear at least 30 SPF. Excessive sun exposure might cause lasting changes in nose skin tone. Eyelid edema or black and blue discolouration are frequent two to three weeks after nasal surgery. Nasal edema is hard to treat. Cut sodium to reduce edema. After surgery, don’t use ice or cold compresses. Your nose will change whether you receive rhinoplasty or not. Identifying your “outcome” may be difficult. The swelling subsides after a year.
Conclusion
The medicinal and cosmetic considerations can motivate someone to pursue rhinoplasty. The open and closed techniques can be used in rhinoplasty. A surgeon’s decision as to which method to adopt in a given case of nose reconstruction will be based on the patient’s specific needs. Although this is a very safe operation, there are still some potential dangers. Before the operation, patients should chat with a surgeon to confirm they are excellent candidates for the treatment and that AZ is the best plastic surgeon in Pakistan.
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