Resist vomiting if possible, even if nauseated – medication for nausea can be prescribed as needed.
Regular diet, but avoid foods that require excessive chewing for 1-2 weeks. No alcoholic beverages.
Get up to go to the bathroom. Rest and relax otherwise. You should walk with assistance no less than once the first night. Try to flex and extend your feet when resting to help prevent blood clots.
You need someone to be with you at least the first night and you need to be within 30 minutes of the office.
Do not take any blood thinners (unless otherwise instructed).
Prevent injury to your nose. Minimize all activities, and be very careful.
Avoid blowing your nose. Wipe your nose gently with tissues. If you sneeze, try to keep your mouth open.
Change the dressing (if you have one) under the nose as needed.
Brush your teeth gently with a soft toothbrush only.
Avoid manipulating your upper lip or excessive facial movements for 1-2 weeks.
Wear clothing that fastens in front or back for 1 week. Avoid slipover sweaters, tight tee shirts, and turtlenecks.
You may wash your face, but avoid getting the nasal cast wet.
Absolutely avoid tanning for 6 weeks after surgery.
Do not wear glasses that rest on the bridge of the nose for at least 4 wks. You may tape them to your forehead.
After the physician removes your nasal plaster cast, the skin of the nose may be cleansed gently with a mild soap or a hypoallergenic/mild skin lotion.
You may begin to drive when not taking narcotic, or sedating medications.
No strenuous activity for 6 weeks, unless otherwise instructed.
You may begin taking anti-inflammatory medications such as Motrin after approximately 48 hours and once cleared by Dr. Jones and if you have no medical contraindications such as stomach ulcers.
