Taping To Control Swelling
Although not all surgeons will have you tape your nose, some surgeons feel this helps in healing. Check with your surgeon before trying anything that he or she did not specifically tell you to do. Nasal taping holds the new nose structure in place to help control healing. The pressure of the tape also presses out the swelling. Taping can be safely performed at any time and as often as you like. Begin immediately after the splint is removed. Do this for at least 6 weeks, at least at night. If you don't mind taping during the day, do it. You can stop taping after 6 weeks, but if you notice some return of swelling it is okay to resume taping.Peeling Skin
Your nasal skin may peel a week or two after your surgery because the swelling may have stretched your skin. However, this does not happen to everyone. Your skin may also feel sunburned from the swelling. This one will also pass.Skincare
After rhinoplasty, your skin may break out either from the medications, or simply from the swelling exerting force on the sebaceous glands. This is common and will eventually pass. After your cast is removed, be very careful with your nose and use a very mild cleanser. It is usually not best to use anything that could inflame your healing tissues. Be careful not to use very hot water as your nose may be numb.Black Eyes
After the cast comes off and the initial swelling subsides, many of patients still have bruising. There are several brands of color correcting cosmetics that are great for hiding the discolorations after surgery. Don't apply any cosmetics to your face until your surgeon says that it is safe to do so and apply them gently.Get rid of Bruises
Some surgeons suggest alternating between cold and warm compresses starting a few days after surgery to help eliminate residual bruising and swelling. Check with your surgeon first before you start this. This increases blood flow to the area can help the bruises.
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