The most common question after rhinoplasty: how does recovery progress, and when does the result become clear?
Nose aesthetics is one of the most delicate operations in facial aesthetics. A good result depends as much on the right recovery process as it does on the right surgery.
The First Days
A splint/cast is on the nose for the first week; swelling and bruising can appear around the eyes. Sleeping with your head elevated and applying cold packs reduce swelling. Pain is usually mild and easily controlled.
The First Months
- Week 1: The splint is removed, and return to social life begins
- Weeks 2–4: Noticeable swelling resolves
- Months 3–6: The tip of the nose starts to take its final shape
- 1 year: The final result fully settles
Things to Watch Out For
In the first weeks, avoid wearing glasses, intense sports, and impact, and protect the nose from the sun. Keeping up with the check-ups your doctor recommends guarantees the most natural result.