First 48 Hours (Inpatient): The patient remains under 24/7 medical supervision. Minor bleeding may occur (absorbed by dressings). Thanks to silicone splints, breathing is unobstructed immediately after surgery—a key difference from outdated techniques involving gauze packing.
First Week (At Home):
- Continuous wearing of the thermoplastic cast.
- Sleeping on the back with the head elevated (2–3 pillows).
- Cold compresses to reduce swelling.
- Restriction of physical activities.
- Prohibition of wearing glasses.
Days 6–10: Removal of the cast and silicone splints. Initial visual result—the nose appears slightly swollen, but the new shape is already clearly visible. Bruising typically subsides by days 10–14.
Weeks 2–3: Application of tapes (special adhesive strips) to control swelling. Wearing the thermoplastic cast for an additional 3–7 days around the clock, then for 2 weeks at night only. Return to social activity.
Months 1–3: Formation of the intermediate result. Swelling gradually decreases, and the shape becomes more defined. Moderate physical activities are permitted (excluding contact sports).
Months 6–12: Final result formation. Tissues fully adapt, and the nose achieves its permanent shape.