Nasal packing used to be the norm for patients recovering from a nose job. Today, it is used far less frequently. At the conclusion of your procedure, the surgical team will most likely apply a silicone nasal splint to help secure the new contours of your nose. If packing is needed, it may stay in your nose for only a couple of days. You may be able to remove it at home on your own or with the help of a loved one. This is another aspect of your recovery that Dr. Ruff or Dr. Wang can discuss with you well in advance of your surgery.