Most nasal surgery is performed on an outpatient basis. Pain is minimal. Donor sites from harvest of ear or rib cartilage generally heal quickly with minimal discomfort. Patients will require 2-4 weeks of limited activity and avoidance of exercise, heavy lifting, rough play, or contact sports. During this time, aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (eg, ibuprogen, naprosyn, etc.) must be avoided. Dr. Panossian will discuss the expected postoperative recovery from each of the potential surgical options at the time of your consultation.