However, if you are experiencing breathing problems or have a deviated septum that can be corrected with rhinoplasty, this procedure may be covered by your insurance policy. We will be happy to review coverage with your insurance provider during your initial consultation. You will need to keep your head elevated for a day or two after the surgery. You may experience a feeling of stuffiness, discomfort, headache, and bleeding. Expect some swelling and bruising around your eyes, although this will fade and disappear within a week or two.
Cold compresses can relieve some of the discomfort.
After surgery, a splint is applied to help maintain your new shape and to protect the nose. Nasal packing may be placed inside the nose for support. This will require you to breathe through your mouth for a few days until the packing is removed. The splint and sutures are usually removed within one week. After about two weeks, most people will not be able to tell you've had surgery.