Cast Removal Aftercare and Nasal Taping at 1 Week Post Rhinoplasty

05/06/19 • 8 min

#EverythingSkin with Dr. Thomas Buonassisi

We LOVE cast removal day! Today, we go into the clinic at Vancouver's 8 West Cosmetic Surgery as Dr. Buonassisi removes real patient Ashley's cast one week after rhinoplasty. Ashley shares honest words about her experience after surgery up to cast removal day, and Dr. Buonassisi discusses next steps for caring for her nose for the next 6-8 weeks, including using nasal tape to keep swelling down.

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Keys to Success with Hump Reduction Rhinoplasty

A desire to get rid of a bump on the nose bridge is one of the most common reasons patients turn to rhinoplasty surgery, however it may come as a surprise that it is uncommon to change just the hump. Having done a countless number of these dorsal hump reduction procedures, Dr. Buonassisi shares his expertise by going in depth on how hump reduction rhinoplasty works, and what factors in particular make the surgery a successful one.

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How Will I Feel During the First Week After Rhinoplasty Surgery?

The post-op experience during the days after rhinoplasty are not always such a breeze. However, knowing what to expect will make it much easier to make it to cast removal day one week after your surgery. Our real patient guest Ashley shares honest words about her experience after rhinoplasty with Dr. Buonassisi at Vancouver's 8 West Clinic during the first week after surgery, from post-op to cast removal day. She talks about comfort with sleeping, breathing, and eating; pain; activities; dealing with pets; going out in public; and some advice for those considering rhinoplasty.