Rhinoplasty in 10 Steps

RHINOPLASTY IN 10 STEPS ! ! 1 RESEARCH PLASTIC BOOK A SURGEONS CONSULTATION Make sure your doctor is board-certified! Ask about surgeon's rhinoplasty experience Discuss your treatment goals Review your health history MONTH 3 SCHEDULE 4 YOUR SURGERY PREPARE FOR SURGERY Pick a time when you can miss work Factor in surgery time plus recovery Have blood work as required Get medications and supplies recommended by your surgeon ARRANGE 6 SUPPORT ARRIVE FOR PROCEDURE Ask a friend to drive you to and from the procedure Have someone stay with you for at least a day Arrive as instructed for check-in and pre-op Follow instructions regarding pre-op eating and drinking Zzz REST AFTER FOLLOW SURGERY POST-SURGICAL Relax for the rest of the day after surgery INSTRUCTIONS Expect to miss about a week of work Try to keep your head elevated to reduce bleeding and swelling Take medications as directed to prevent infection and pain 9. ATTEND ALL 10 FOLLOW-UP ENJOY YOUR NEW NOSE! VISITS Expect post-op visits for bandage removal and recovery check-ups Complete healing takes about one year Your surgeon will clear you for return to normal activities Swelling may occur in the morning during the first year INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY THEODORE DIKTABAN,MD,FACS DOUBLE BOARD CERTIFIED PLASTIC SURGEON www.diktabanrhinoplasty.com Sources: http://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/rhinoplasty.html? sub=Rhinoplasty+recovery#content http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002983.htm http://www.diktabanrhinoplasty.com/top-10-questions-about-rhinoplasty.aspx 2.