August 22, 2026 | Rhinoplasty, Rhinoplasty Recovery
Dr. Sean Delaney, Facial Plastic Surgeon One of the most common questions I hear from rhinoplasty patients is: “How long will my nose be swollen?” The short answer is that most of the noticeable swelling improves relatively quickly, but the last bit of swelling—particularly in the nasal tip—can take a year or longer to completely […]
Read MoreJune 06, 2024 | Rhinoplasty Recovery
Post-operative care and recovery are crucial steps in achieving the best results and ensuring a smooth transition into your new appearance. In this post, we’ll explore what to expect during the recovery process after Rhinoplasty and provide tips for a successful recovery.
Read MoreAugust 30, 2022 | Rhinoplasty Recovery, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Patients undergoing nasal surgery such as rhinoplasty or septoplasty will commonly have gauze dressing under their noses. Also known as a “mustache” dressing, this gauze is held in place by tape. As bloody and mucous discharge is expected after surgery, mustache dressings help absorb the drainage, so patients do not have to worry about always having […]
Read MoreMarch 15, 2022 | Rhinoplasty Recovery
Patients who are better prepared for surgery tend to have smoother recoveries. Therefore, it is important for our patients to understand what to expect after nasal surgery. Dr. Delaney answers several common questions that relate to nasal surgery – Rhinoplasty (aka Nose job) and Septoplasty. How long does nasal surgery take? Typically, rhinoplasty lasts about […]
Read MoreJanuary 17, 2022 | Rhinoplasty Recovery, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
The toughest time for a patient during their recovery from rhinoplasty is right after surgery, particularly in the first week. Rather than asking our patients tough it out on their own, we have them come into the office frequently during the first two weeks after surgery to clean their noses so they look and feel […]
Read MoreJune 29, 2014 | Rhinoplasty Recovery, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
At your pre-op visit you will be given numerous post-op appointments. It is important that you keep all of your follow-up appointments. Here are some post op Rhinoplasty tips that can help your healing process following surgery: Our patients can contact us at any time. If you have sudden increase in pain, fever, heavy bleeding […]
Read MoreMay 29, 2014 | Revision Rhinoplasty, Rhinoplasty Recovery, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
If your nose has been operated on in the past and you don’t like it, you shouldn’t give up. A revision rhinoplasty can be successful in the hands of a skilled surgeon who specializes in nose surgery. Chances are, your nose can be revised to your satisfaction. “Few surgeons like to do secondary rhinoplasties because […]
Read MoreAugust 29, 2013 | Rhinoplasty Recovery, Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Since the nose is the most prominent facial feature, if it is out of proportion, your nose may very well dominate your face. But, don’t worry if you’ve ever been unhappy with the size or shape of your nose — you are not alone. In 2012, more than 240,000 people had Rhinoplasty, nose reshaping surgery […]
Read MoreAugust 26, 2012 | Rhinoplasty Recovery
On the RealSelf website, a patient posted the question, “Should I proceed with Rhinoplasty with a Bacterial Infection on Face?” The patient provided additional information that they had a recurring breakout on their face. A dermatologist cultured the area and lab reports showed a gram negative bacteria called “Acinetobacter.” Also, a nasal swab culture indicated […]
Read MoreJuly 10, 2012 | Facelift, Rhinoplasty Recovery
The expertise Dr. Russell Kridel, Houston, TX shared as a Facial Plastic Surgery Faculty Member in Las Vegas at the recent 8th Annual Vegas Cosmetic Surgery, 2012, International Multispecialty Symposium, did not stay in Las Vegas. Attendance was the largest in history, as surgeons from all around the world converged in Las Vegas to learn from […]
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