rhinoplasty postoperative instructions

❋ Nothing goes up your nose except FLO nasal saline douche – 3x per day

❋ Do not stick the FLO nozzle up into the nostril but use it like a ‘mini fountain’ just below the nostril to irrigate

❋ Do not pick any crusts or clot from the nose at all

❋ Do not use cotton tips, rolled tissues or anything else to clean the nose

❋ Keep your white nasal splint dressing as dry as possible

❋ Apply Chlorsig ointment to the incision line between the nostrils dabbing gently with cotton bud – do not rub

❋ Sleep slightly elevated (head up) for the first 4 nights. Lying flat may increase swelling around the eyes

❋ Your splint will be removed by Dr Floreani at your 1-week post-op appointment

❋ Continue with saline douches. Nothing but saline FLO Kit up the nose – no cotton bud or rolled up tissues

❋ Continue with Chlorsig ointment to incision line between nostrils. Use Bio-Oil once Chlorsig is finished

❋ Use Dermaveen or Cetaphil PH soap substitute in water to gently cleanse nasal skin once dressing removed

❋ Avoid heavy exercising for at least 2 weeks post-op. Gentle cardio allowed from 3 weeks and ramp up slowly

❋ Avoid trauma to the nose - no contact sports etc

❋ Wear a sunhat for at least 3 weeks post-op and avoid the sun where possible

❋ Use a high-quality moisturising cream (e.g. Posay or Neutrogena etc)

❋ No glasses/sunglasses for 6 weeks post-op OR use nasal splint and wear glasses on splint to diffuse pressure

Post-op reviews are scheduled week 1 & week 2 post-surgery. These appointments can be found on your Informed Financial Consent.

Please contact Dr Floreani’s rooms for any queries or prescriptions on 08 7077 0190 or admin@drfloreani.com.au‍ ‍