External (open) rhinoplasty – this technique employs a small bridging incision called a trans-columellar incision, to connect the right and left nostril incisions. Trans-columellar is one of the most important technique, it is the aspects of using the open approach precisely suture realignment of the trans-columellar incision. If the technique is performed correctly, the healed of trans-columellar incision will possibly can be invisible and seldom results in an objectionable scar.
Preoperative
Stop smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages two weeks before and after surgery for healing the wound faster.
Abstain from aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E and supplements two weeks before surgery to prevent the severe bleeding.
Notify any medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, etc. including any usage of a drug or dietary supplements.
Do not eat or drink at least 8 hours before the surgery.
Recovery
Apply Cold Compress on your forehead and cheekbone 5 times a day to reduce the swelling in the first period of recovery.
The swelling can be increased 2-3 days after the surgery and will be gradually improved after 1-2 months.
Remove the plaster after 2 days.
Lie down with the head raised higher than your chest, the swelling will subside faster.
Don't wear eyeglasses for 2 weeks.
Reduce heavy activities 3 weeks after the surgery.
Avoid spicy food, seafood, fermented food, alcohol drinks and smoking.
General Information
Duration
2 hours
Hospital Stay (night)
1
LOS in Thailand
14
Type
New Surgery
Type of Anesthesia
Local anesthesia
Procedure
External (open) rhinoplasty – this technique employs a small bridging incision called a trans-columellar incision, to connect the right and left nostril incisions. Trans-columellar is one of the most important technique, it is the aspects of using the open approach precisely suture realignment of the trans-columellar incision. If the technique is performed correctly, the healed of trans-columellar incision will possibly can be invisible and seldom results in an objectionable scar.
Preoperative
Stop smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages two weeks before and after surgery for healing the wound faster.
Abstain from aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E and supplements two weeks before surgery to prevent the severe bleeding.
Notify any medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, etc. including any usage of a drug or dietary supplements.
Do not eat or drink at least 8 hours before the surgery.
Recovery
Apply Cold Compress on your forehead and cheekbone 5 times a day to reduce the swelling in the first period of recovery.
The swelling can be increased 2-3 days after the surgery and will be gradually improved after 1-2 months.
Remove the plaster after 2 days.
Lie down with the head raised higher than your chest, the swelling will subside faster.
Don't wear eyeglasses for 2 weeks.
Reduce heavy activities 3 weeks after the surgery.
Avoid spicy food, seafood, fermented food, alcohol drinks and smoking.
