| The average cost of Nose surgery is $4,100. This includes your surgical fee and all follow-up visits with Dr. Rocheford. This estimate also includes the facility fee and anesthesia costs. This is an estimate and may be different depending on your specific situation. It does not include the cost of your pre-operative physical, lab tests or medications. Dr. Rocheford does charge $100 for consultations, and that fee is deducted from the price of your surgery or in-office procedure. | |
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NOSE SURGERY DETAILS:
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Surgery:
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Surgery is done under sedation or general anesthetic at an outpatient facility or hospital. The surgery takes 1 - 3 hours and is an outpatient surgery.
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| Discomfort: |
Moderate. If your nasal bones are broken, expect 5 - 10 days of prescription pain medication. If not, anticipate 2 - 7 days of pain medication. Use a humidifier and nasal saline spray to keep your nasal passages moist and comfortable. |
| Bruising: |
Improves within 3 - 10 days if your nasal bones are not broken and 7 - 14 days if they are. Black eyes are possible during this time.
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| Swelling: |
Improves in 1 - 6 weeks after closed and 1 - 6 months following open surgery. Keeping your head elevated and applying ice help minimize swelling.
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| Stitches: |
Internal stitches dissolve. Open rhinoplasty leaves stitches under the tip of your nose. These will be removed in 4 - 7 days. |
| Bandages: |
Tapes and a cast will be applied at the time of surgery. |
| Packing: |
Used occasionally to control bleeding. Removed in 1 - 7 days. |
| Make-up: |
May be worn after the cast has been removed. |
| Presentable in Public: |
1 - 2 weeks - you may need make-up to conceal bruises. |
Work:
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You may feel capable of returning within 1 week, but your appearance be the limiting factor. |
| Exercise: |
May be resumed in 3 - 4 weeks. Avoid contact sports for 6 weeks. |
Sun Protection:
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Six months with SPF 15 or higher. |
| Final Result: |
Usually by 6 months. May be as soon as 3 months or as late as 2 years. The results are permanent.
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