How many hours does rhinoplasty surgery take?

Rhinoplasty surgery duration may vary depending on the scope of the surgery and the experience of the surgeon. In general, rhinoplasty surgery takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours.

The wider the scope of the surgery, the longer the surgery duration. For example, the duration of a surgery that requires shaping only the tip of the nose will be shorter than the duration of a surgery that also requires shaping the nasal bone and cartilage.

The surgeon’s experience may also affect surgery time. An experienced surgeon can perform rhinoplasty surgery faster and more efficiently.

Rhinoplasty surgery is performed under general anesthesia. After the surgery, the patient usually stays in the hospital for 1 night.

After rhinoplasty surgery , swelling and bruising may occur in the nose area. This swelling and bruising usually subsides within the first few weeks after surgery.

After the surgery, a slight pain may be felt in the nose area. This pain can usually be controlled with simple painkillers.

After nose surgery, fullness and sensitivity may be felt at the tip of the nose. This fullness and tenderness usually decreases within the first few months after surgery.

In general, the recovery time after rhinoplasty surgery is 2-3 weeks. During this period, it is important for the patient to protect his nose from impacts and follow the doctor’s instructions.