12 September, 2024 by Dr. Sachin Rajpal

Wearing Glasses After Rhinoplasty: Will That Harm My Results?

Patients who already wear glasses and are planning to undergo rhinoplasty frequently have these questions:

• After a nose job, can I wear glasses?
• Can glasses impact my results?
• How soon after rhinoplasty can I wear glasses?

The first step in getting a nose job is rhinoplasty, and the recovery period comes next. Your recovery is an important step in the process since what you do during this time will have an impact on your long-term results. Post-surgery, you need to be cautious when putting on your prescription glasses or sunglasses.

Wearing glasses after a rhinoplasty (nose job) can potentially affect your results, especially during the initial healing period. The concern is related to the pressure and contact of the glasses on the nose, which may interfere with the healing process and alter the final outcome of the surgery. Here are some considerations:

• Post-operative swelling: After rhinoplasty, the nose is usually swollen and sensitive. Wearing glasses that rest on the bridge of the nose can put pressure on the area and exacerbate swelling, potentially delaying the healing process.
• Nasal shape: Rhinoplasty aims to reshape the nose, and the final result is dependent on the manipulation of bone, cartilage, and tissues. If pressure is applied to the nose through the glasses, it might affect the alignment and shape of the nasal structures, possibly altering the intended outcome of the surgery.
• Imprints or indentations: Continuous pressure from glasses on the nose during the healing phase may lead to imprints or indentations on the nasal skin. This can be temporary, but in some cases, it could become permanent or take an extended period to resolve.
• Infections or complications: In some instances, the pressure and friction from glasses could potentially increase the risk of infection, especially if the skin or incisions have not fully healed yet.

How soon after a rhinoplasty can you wear glasses?

After your surgery, until there is a splint on your nose, you may be able to wear glasses. However, after the splint is removed, there is nothing to keep the weight off your nose, so you are unable to wear glasses.

Within a few weeks, as your nose starts to heal, it might look good, but that doesn’t mean it’s ready to support glasses. Most plastic surgeons have different opinions on how long you should avoid wearing glasses. Usually, it might last anywhere between two and six months.

Opt for the best rhinoplasty surgery in Delhi

To mitigate these risks and ensure the best possible outcome after rhinoplasty, most surgeons recommend avoiding wearing glasses on the nose for a certain period following the procedure. The specific timeframe may vary depending on the extent of the surgery and the individual’s healing process. Your surgeon will provide guidelines on when it is safe to start wearing glasses again.

In the meantime, you may consider using contact lenses if your eyesight allows for them or using glasses with pads that rest on your cheeks rather than the bridge of your nose. Always follow your surgeon’s post-operative instructions and consult with them if you have any concerns about wearing glasses or any other aspect of your recovery.

Contact the best cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Sachin Rajpal, if you have questions about rhinoplasty surgery in Delhi and want to learn everything about it.