Wearing glasses after Rhinoplasty

Nose job or Rhinoplasty in Iran is a procedure to remove the appearance and structural defects of the nose, which can help make the appearance of the nose more beautiful and disorders caused by cases such as deviation of the nasal septum and structural problems of the nose. After rhinoplasty, the septum and bone of the nose will be very sensitive and malleable, so the patient must apply double care to that part during recovery.

The recovery period of rhinoplasty surgery is a bit long and since postoperative care is as important as the surgery itself and has a direct impact on the final results of the operation, the patient must make sure that all aspects of his health are correct before surgery. Vision problems and wearing glasses are some of them.

So, first, all the treatment and corrective measures such as LASEK, LASIK, orthodontics, etc. should be done, and then finally, rhinoplasty should be performed.

Types of vision problems that require glasses:

People are forced to wear prescription glasses due to various vision problems such as myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism.

• Myopia: People with myopia see only near objects clearly and need assistive devices such as glasses and contact lenses to see distant objects. In this case, the patient’s eyeball is larger than normal, or the resulting image is in front of the retina due to the high curvature of the cornea.

• Hyperopia: People with this problem only see distant objects clearly and need assistive devices such as glasses and lenses to see near objects. In this case, the eyeball is smaller than normal or, unlike myopia, has a slight curvature. This problem may be inherited from family members.
• Astigmatism: In this case, the person is not able to see objects clearly due to the irregular curvature of their cornea and will see blurred objects, i.e. the astigmatic may see the vertical part of the letter T clearly, but the horizontal part is slightly distorted and blurred.

What is the difference between LASEK and LASIK?

LASEK and LASIK are both methods of correcting refractive errors in the eye. In this method, corneal problems will be solved permanently. In LASIK surgery, a new corneal flap will be produced and replaced. In LASEK, the cornea will be dilated during surgery, then removed and re-installed.

Photo Refractive Keratectomy (PRK) This method is very similar to the LASEK method, except that after correcting the corneal defects, the dilated layer does not return to its original position, but after surgery, it grows normally and reshapes and adjusts itself with a new corneal shape.

If the patient wants to have a rhinoplasty, he must first have his eye operation (LASEK or LASIK). Because the patient cannot wear glasses for several months after opening the splint and plaster of the nose, his vision may be impaired during this time.

Does rhinoplasty affect the outcome of LASEK and LASIK surgery?

Unfortunately, some people think that rhinoplasty surgery may affect the results of their LASEK and LASIK surgery, but they should know that rhinoplasty will not affect the eye. After rhinoplasty, it is recommended that no extra weight, such as sunglasses and prescription glasses, be placed on the bridge of the nose.

After rhinoplasty, the patient needs to rest in bed. To reduce bleeding and swelling, the angle of the head to the chest should be about 45 degrees. In most cases, tampons stay in the nose for one to seven days, and the nose may become congested due to swelling and tampons.

Can contact lenses be used after rhinoplasty surgery?

If the patient’s eyes are weak, using contact lenses is one of the easiest ways to improve vision. If the patient uses medical contact lenses, he can use them whenever he feels the ability to do so, but in some patients, due to swelling in the head and especially the eyes, it will not be possible to use lenses for a while. Since contact lenses are not a good option for everyone, you should consult your eye doctor before rhinoplasty surgery.

What should not be done after rhinoplasty?

Avoid strenuous activity, the surgeon will explain to the patient that he needs to quit the gym for a while and refrain from exercising for a few weeks after surgery. Due to the activation of the parasympathetic nerves during sexual intercourse, the person may experience flushing of the head, which causes swelling and sometimes nosebleeds.

• Depending on the patient’s nose, it is necessary to abstain from sexual intercourse for two weeks (for bony noses) and up to four weeks (for fleshy noses). Avoid violent sex and stressful situations.
• Avoid blowing the nose for up to two weeks as it may open the sutures and wounds and cause bleeding.
• Avoid showering and bathing for a week, and do not immerse your head in the bathtub after bathing during this period.
• Smoking and alcohol consumption also slow down the healing process and prevent wound healing.
• Avoid wearing clothes that need to be worn over the head, such as T-shirts.
• Avoid exposure to the sun and heat for three months.
• Avoid hand contact or tapping the nose.
• Avoid swimming for several months.
• Be sure to avoid wearing sunglasses and prescription glasses and putting anything on the nose, because the nasal tissue is healing during this period and the pressure of anything, even if light, affects its structure.
• Some doctors have suggested that glasses can be glued to the head of the person is in urgent need.

Can a mask be used after rhinoplasty?

Due to the Coronavirus epidemic, people need to wear masks in public places, but because the patient has to stay home and rest in the first weeks after surgery, there is no need to worry about wearing a mask.

Is the nose brittle after rhinoplasty surgery?

After rhinoplasty surgery, the nose will be more vulnerable due to changes in its structure. It should be borne in mind that even within a year, the nasal bone, cartilage, and surrounding tissues are healing and should be treated with sensitivity.

How can a surgical nose be cared for?

Avoid medications such as ibuprofen and aspirin. It is also very important to use proper sunscreen on the face and nose for up to a year. The nose should always be kept clean and tidy.

What happens if a person sneezes after rhinoplasty surgery?

Due to the presence of sutures and wounds, if the patient is forced to sneeze, he should open the mouth as much as possible and sneeze through his mouth so that the pressure of the air does not enter the nasal tissue.

Is it better to have eye surgery after rhinoplasty?

Because the patient will not be able to wear glasses continuously for at least three months after rhinoplasty, patients will preferably be told to have eye surgery before rhinoplasty surgery to avoid discomfort during their recovery period.

How to study after rhinoplasty surgery?

During the recovery period, the patient should place his head above his chest in all positions to prevent swelling in the head.

It is preferable to avoid activities that keep the head down for a long time after rhinoplasty, and if you need to read, place the book in the direction of the eye or higher so that the head does not need to be bent.

Last point:

If the patient has weak eyes, be sure to consult an ophthalmologist before rhinoplasty surgery to choose the best treatment for him. Vision problems can also be treated with surgery in the long run, so it is better to postpone rhinoplasty surgery and seek eye treatment first.

Also, if the patient’s eye score is such that he can use medical contact lenses, he can replace glasses for a while to complete the recovery period of rhinoplasty. Moj Aramesh Amitis Company can help patients during the process of selecting a doctor for eye surgery and a rhinoplasty to achieve the best output and results.

There are many doctors in the field of eye surgery who work with Moj Aramesh Amitis Company. Patients can be referred first for a variety of eye surgeries and then for rhinoplasty surgery. Iran is one of the most cost-effective countries for LASEK, LASIK, and rhinoplasty surgeries. for further information look at Satisfaction after rhinoplasty