Recovery is gradual. Early swelling, bruising and congestion do not show the final result. Your surgical team’s written instructions should guide medication, nasal care, activity and follow-up rather than a generic online timetable.
Dressings, medicines and nasal care
The need for packing, splints and dressings varies. Follow your team’s removal schedule rather than removing them yourself. Do not start massage, pressure, new sprays or medication changes without individual advice.
Activities and concerning symptoms
Return to work, glasses, exercise and travel depends on the procedure and recovery. Contact your surgical team promptly for heavy or persistent bleeding, worsening severe pain, fever or significant breathing difficulty. Seek urgent care when appropriate rather than waiting for an online reply.
Consultation and follow-up in Ankara
Prof. Dr. Serdar Öztürk’s practice is in Çukurambar, Ankara. Contact the practice on +90 532 464 67 81 or +90 544 500 31 81 for appointment information. Bring your medical history and questions. The surgical plan, risks, costs and follow-up arrangements should be confirmed individually; information on this page is not a personal treatment recommendation.
Frequently asked questions
When is the splint removed?
Usually around one week after surgery, at a follow-up visit.
How should I sleep after rhinoplasty?
On your back with your head elevated for the first weeks; avoid pressure on the nose.
When does bruising go away?
Most bruising fades within two weeks.
When can I exercise?
Walking can start early; return to exercise is gradual over several weeks, with contact sports later.
How do I arrange a consultation in Ankara?
Call +90 532 464 67 81 or message on WhatsApp. If you live outside Ankara, you can start with a preliminary review based on photos.
Sources and further reading
General information resources; individual advice requires an examination.
American Society of Plastic Surgeons · Rhinoplasty ↗ASPS · Risks and safety ↗NHS · Rhinoplasty ↗This page is general information and does not replace an individual examination. Surgery has risks and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.