We always schedule follow-up appointments when we do cosmetic work on the nose. Keeping these appointments is essential, because subtle changes may continue to occur with healing (even over years) and minor revisions may be required.

The nasal packs will be removed the morning after surgery. The cast and any sutures will be removed after one week. When the cast is removed, the nose will be quite swollen and the nasal tip will be turned up. This will settle down over the next few weeks, then more gradually thereafter. We will then demonstrate nasal "exercises" if necessary. These are done to keep the sides of the nose narrow and in proper alignment. They should be performed 15 to 20 times per day, and held for 30 seconds, for about six weeks.

Remember that the nose does not assume its final shape until many months after surgery, depending upon the type of nasal skin you have. It will probably look better than before the operation within two or three weeks, but the final result takes longer so be patient. Occasionally, an injection is necessary to reduce the swelling in one area. Any touch-up surgery that may be necessary is not performed for at least six months.