Rhinoplasty Recovery: How to Minimise Bruising

I was fortunate in that I didn't experience any bruising after my Rhinoplasty, and only mild discomfort. This may, in large part, be due to the skills of the surgeon, but I also did some preparation beforehand. I read a few articles on minimising bruising and the common themes were to take Vitamin C, Zinc and Arnica Montana, as well as staying in general good health. 

I started taking Effervescent Vitamin C and Zinc tablets from Tesco everyday for two weeks before surgery and for ten days afterwards. I also took Arnica tablets(6c) from Holland & Barrett two days before surgery and for five days after.

This seemed to work for me, but everyone's different. Have a chat with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any of these supplements.

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Six months after Rhinoplasty

It's been six months since I had my nose job and I'm so happy with the decision -  it feels like I now have the right nose for my face. No-one noticed the difference either, which is what I hoped for. I think this highlights that it was a bigger deal for me than anyone else. So, for anyone struggling with something about their appearance that they don't like - chin up. No-one notices!

My nose has got neater and more refined over the last six months, although there wasn't too much swelling to begin with. At a total of £3,600, the surgery was expensive, but for me it was worth every penny. I feel happier and much more confident

Take care xx

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What does Rhinoplasty Involve?

I recently had my six week check-up, at which I asked what the surgery actually involved. I didn't want to know all the gory details beforehand, as I probably wouldn't have gone through with it. 

The doctor cut away cartilage and a small section of bone from the bridge of my nose. I asked him if he had rasped it, but he said that he didn't as he doesn't think it gives a great result. He also cut away two 4mm sections from either side of the tip to refine it and a small section from the cartilage/septum between my nostrils to lift the nose.

I'm still delighted with the results. My surgeon said that the nose will reduce even further in size over the next six months and asked me to come back then for a final check up.

On another note, my mum recently had surgery to reduce the lining of her nose (medical, not cosmetic). She was quite ill after coming round from general anaesthetic and her face was swollen for a few days. I was completely fine after the anaesthetic, but it just shows that it affects everyone differently.

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One Month After Rhinoplasty

I still absolutely love my nose. It is the best decision I have ever made and worth every penny. I'm still so excited when I catch a glimpse of it! No-one has noticed that I had surgery, but that's what I was hoping for. 

I met the work girls for lunch straight after having the splint removed and they didn't notice. They couldn't believe it when I told them and I had to show them before and after pictures before they would believe me. 

It was a little sensitive to touch in the first week, but that has largely passed and the dissolvable stitches came out after about a week. I've been so lucky in avoiding pain and discomfort.

Sam xx

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