Why Are Cotton Packing and a Splint Used After Rhinoplasty at Seoul Apgujeong Plastic Surgery? Postoperative Care Methods

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Many people wonder why cotton packing is inserted after rhinoplasty, so we prepared today’s topic to provide information!

Rhinoplasty is not simply a procedure that changes the shape,

but a surgery in which the precise rearrangement of structures and the recovery process are important.

Postoperative care directly affects the results,

so thorough and systematic treatment is required. In particular, taping and the cotton packing inside the nose are not merely a splint or an auxiliary measure, but an important part of the treatment process that helps recovery.

Internal packing (cotton)

After surgery, packing (cotton) is inserted inside the nose to control bleeding, help the mucosa adhere, and prevent infection.

Many patients feel that breathing is uncomfortable because of the packing, but this is temporary and is an essential process for safe recovery.

Internal packing is usually removed when you visit the clinic the day after surgery, and removal is performed carefully to minimize pain.

External nasal taping and splint

Immediately after surgery, a splint and tape are applied to the outside of the nose.

They help the rearranged bones and cartilage remain stably fixed after surgery, serve as primary protection against external impact, and also help minimize swelling and bruising.

On average, the splint and taping are removed around 6 to 7 days after surgery, which is when the tissues have settled to some extent and the swelling begins to subside in the early stage.

At this time, the medical staff will check the condition directly before removal, so please do not remove them on your own.

Antibiotic ointment treatment​

To prevent infection and help the wound heal after surgery,

an antibiotic ointment is used.

Twice a day, in the morning and evening, gently apply the prescribed ointment to the nasal incision area with a cotton swab. This is effective in promoting mucosal regeneration and preventing inflammation, and it helps reduce scarring and shorten recovery time.

Apgujeong Seoul Plastic Surgery operates a precise postoperative care system that is responsible not only for the surgical results,

but also for the recovery process.

Since each stage of treatment and care has a decisive impact on the outcome, please be sure to follow the medical staff’s instructions and manage everything thoroughly.

Based on 25 years of extensive experience and expertise, we promise safe and satisfying rhinoplasty results. If you have more questions about rhinoplasty or would like a consultation, please contact us through the reservation link below.