How should I take care of my nose tip and nose wings after nose reduction surgery?

Nowadays, more and more celebrities pay more attention to their appearance. Therefore, many women choose to undergo nose plastic surgery, such as nose tip and nose wing reduction surgery. This kind of plastic surgery must be carefully cared for after the operation, and try not to let the wound get infected. The following editor will introduce some matters that should be paid attention to in the postoperative care after nose tip and nose wing reduction surgery.

Care after nose reduction surgery:

1. After the nose tip and nose wings are reduced, it is strictly forbidden to touch the surgical incision with your hands. And avoid staining the incision;

2. Use antibiotics for 3-5 days to prevent infection;

3. Ensure the rhinoplasty surgery site is clean to prevent infection. If there is blood scab or secretion on the wound, wipe it with sterile saline;

4. After the nose surgery, you can apply pressure bandage or ice pack to the local wound, but the pressure should not be too high to avoid damaging the surgical site. After the operation, you should rest in a quiet and comfortable environment. Avoid weight bearing which may increase swelling.

5. After the nose tip and nose wings are reduced, try to reduce activities to avoid touching the surgical site;

6. Avoid spicy food;

7. Sexual intercourse is strictly prohibited for two weeks after nose tip and nose wing reduction.

8. Smoking is strictly prohibited for two weeks after nose tip and nose wing reduction;

9. The sutures in the nose will be removed after 5-7 days. There will be local swelling after the operation, which will gradually subside after four days. Avoid weight bearing to avoid aggravating the swelling.

10. There will be some pain in the wound on the day of rhinoplasty, but it will gradually subside over time. Patients should not rush to take painkillers because aspirin-like drugs will aggravate wound bleeding.

11. Avoid exposure to the sun and violent impact for two months after the reduction of the nose tip and nose wings. A very small number of patients may experience implant rejection (swelling that does not subside within three weeks and yellow fluid flowing out of the incision), and they should go to the hospital immediately to have the implant removed.

When undergoing nose tip and nose wing reduction surgery, it is best to choose a professional hospital with relevant qualifications. Incomplete surgical disinfection or infection due to improper operation by the doctor during the operation will cause unnecessary pain to women and affect the beauty of the nose.