Contrary to popular belief, postoperative pain is minimal and easily managed with common analgesics. The main discomfort is a stuffy nose in the first few days, similar to a bad cold.
Today we use cutting-edge techniques and ultra-light materials (or soft silicone micro-tampons) that make removal painless, or "tampon-free" techniques depending on the clinical case, ensuring a much more comfortable recovery.
Improvement is visible as soon as the cast is removed, after about 10-14 days. However, residual swelling gradually disappears, and the final result is fully appreciated between 6 and 12 months after surgery.
It's advisable to avoid placing heavy glasses on the bridge of your nose for the first 4-6 weeks. However, there are solutions or small precautions that your surgeon will explain to you during your consultation.
Patients with congenital or post-traumatic alterations who wish to restore the correct anatomy of the nose and facial harmony.
Subjects with functional difficulties due to septal deviations or turbinate hypertrophy who require rhinoseptoplasty.
People who are dissatisfied with their profile due to a pronounced hump, wide or drooping tip, and who are looking for a natural result.
Those who perceive the nose as dominant or disharmonious with the rest of their facial features, negatively impacting their self-esteem.
Each patient's recovery time is different, but here's a general guideline for your return to daily life:
| Period | What to Expect / Activities |
|---|---|
| Day 1-3 | Complete rest. Mild swelling and possible stuffy nose. |
| Day 7-10 | Removal of the rigid protection (cast) and return to office work. |
| 2 Weeks | The bruises disappear almost completely. You can resume your social life. |
| 1 Month | Resumption of light physical activity (yoga, walking). |
| 3-6 months | The residual swelling reabsorbs; the profile becomes increasingly defined. |
