Dr. Somenek discusses what to expect after a rhinoplasty. Firstly, you will have a cast on your nose for one week. This protects the nose and prevents anything from shifting, in addition to reducing the overall swelling. Swelling during recovery can vary from person to person. Some people with very thin nasal skin will have less swelling, in comparison to someone with a thicker or larger nose. This larger nose typically means a longer recovery time. The procedure is not very painful, it can feel like having a dull headache for a few days but can be easily treated with medication. Another part of the recovery process is that breathing may not be as easy as it was before the procedure, but as the swelling reduces and the nose heals, this will return to normal. Website: https://somenekpittmanmd.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcdynamicduo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcdynamicduo/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/SomenekP RealSelf: https://www.realself.com/dr/michael-t-somenek-washington-dc #PlasticSurgery #Rhinoplasty #NoseJob