Gregory E Rauscher, M.D.

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What Should You Do Before and After Rhinoplasty?

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Is the internal structure of your nose affecting your ability to breathe when you sleep on your back? Do you feel self-conscious about the symmetry or size of your nose? Have you recently injured your nose while playing sports? If so, you may be considered a good Rhinoplasty New Jersey candidate at the office of Dr. Gregory E. Rauscher, M.D. in Hackensack, NJ. However, you must be able to follow all preparation and post-op care instructions. Here’s what you need to know.

What Should You Do Before and After Rhinoplasty New Jersey?

Stay Hydrated

Both before and after your nose job, it is vital that you remain hydrated. It is important to be hydrated when you come in for your procedure because your blood pressure may be too low if you are dehydrated. It is essential that you are hydrated after your procedure because it will facilitate rapid healing.

During your initial consultation, we will advise you on the ideal anesthesia method for your unique case. If you get local anesthesia and intravenous sedation, you will not need to fast prior to your procedure. On the other hand, if general anesthesia is ideal for you, fasting is required. You won’t be able to consume food or dark liquids for eight hours pre-op, and you won’t be able to have clear liquids, including water, for two hours pre-op.

Refrain From Tobacco Consumption

It is also vital that you do not consume tobacco products before or after your procedure. Consuming products that contain nicotine prior to your procedure can elevate your blood pressure significantly. If you smoke once your procedure is over, your blood pressure can increase too much, and your recovery will take longer than it should.

Skip Certain Supplements

Furthermore, refraining from taking certain supplements prior to and following your procedure is very important. For example, you should not take fish oil supplements or vitamin E supplements prior to or following your procedure to ensure your blood does not thin too much. Similarly, you should refrain from taking any blood-thinning drugs, like NSAIDs, in the days leading up to and following your operation.

Wear Sunscreen

Both before and after rhinoplasty New Jersey, it is extremely important that you avoid sun damage. The UV rays emitted by the sun weaken the collagen in the foundational layer of your skin. They also impede your skin’s ability to produce new collagen. Therefore, if your skin is damaged by the sun after your procedure, your recovery will take longer than it should. Also, it is important that your skin is not irritated at the time of your procedure.

What Should I Avoid After Rhinoplasty?

Sleeping in the Wrong Position

It is very important that you avoid putting too much pressure on your nose after your nose job. For this reason, it is crucial that you do not sleep on your stomach or side following your operation. If you don’t usually sleep on your back, you may want to practice sleeping on your back before your operation. You may find that you need to make certain adjustments, like buying a fairly firm mattress pad, to help you sleep comfortably throughout the night.

Wearing Glasses

If possible, avoid wearing glasses after your procedure. If you can’t wear contacts and need your glasses to read, consider listening to audiobooks to keep yourself entertained. If there are circumstances under which you can’t avoid wearing glasses, talk to your optometrist about getting eyeglasses with lighter frames. Just remember that you should wear your glasses as little as possible.

Blowing Your Nose

You should also avoid blowing your nose after rhinoplasty. If your nostrils are itchy, use a saline nasal spray to ease the internal itchiness. If you don’t want to buy nasal spray from your local pharmacy, you can make your own. Just make sure that you boil the water used to make the solution and let it cool if you don’t have distilled water on hand.

Drinking Alcohol

Furthermore, it is vital that you do not drink alcohol after or before your nose job. The primary reason that alcohol should be avoided before and after your procedure is that it affects your blood pressure. It also dehydrates you and causes your body to flush out vital micronutrients. Making sure you get your RDA of vitamins and minerals after your procedure is an essential step to a rapid recovery. Also, you need to eat enough protein to heal as quickly as possible.

Exercising Excessively

It is crucial that you avoid exercising too much after your nose job to ensure you don’t sweat excessively and you don’t elevate your blood pressure too much. Moderate exercise is okay.

The Bottom Line

If you’re in the Bergen County, New Jersey area and worried about the size, shape, or appearance of your nose, you may be considered a good candidate for rhinoplasty in New Jersey. However, you won’t be considered a good nose job candidate if you can’t follow all preparation and post-op care instructions, like staying hydrated and not smoking. Contact us today at the office of Dr. Gregory E. Rauscher, M.D. in Hackensack, NJ to schedule your initial consultation and learn more.

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Gregory E. Rauscher, M.D.
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Dr.Rauscher is truly exceptional surgeon.I face planted and my teeth lacerated my lip inside and out.He is extremely gentle, I was amazed! My upper lip looks completely normal, like as if nothing happened.Thank you, Dr. Rauscher for being compassionate and kind.read more
I never left the Dr a review , about 6 - 7 years ago I came into Hackensack hospital for emergency I had fractured the orbit of my eye and my nose I was brought into the ER immediately no wait , and I woke up not even looking like I broke my eye in the first place , thank you to this wonderful doctorread more
I experienced a facial injury and saw Dr. Rauscher in the ER. He is a great surgeon. His professional & friendly bedside manner was appreciated. My facial injury is healing quite well. He was also very understanding and accommodating in meeting my request to alter the timing for post-op visit. Highly recommendedread more
Dr Rauscher is one of the most considerate and concerning doctor that I know. He takes his time with you, and really does listen.Dr Rauscher is just GREAT!
Very knowledgeable. He is a genious! He told me incredible stories as he reattached my nerve. My wife was amazed. Extremely pricey though, thank God it was workman's compensation.
Dr. Rauscher and his staff is amazing. He called me and texted me during post surgery just to put me at ease when I still wasn’t comfortable after a sever finger cut.Brought me in to clarify even more. He responds to text within minutes . After surgery he’s accessible and he’s truly amazing. Staff was awesome too very patient, explains everything clearly and just made my experience that much better. My procedure was on 1.8.20 and he was on a schedule . Dr. is so professional and humble, handled everything in a timely manner and did not rush my procedure at all regardless of starting off late. He answers all questions and is so kind. He is awesome I can go on forever and his work is even better ! He saved my finger. He is so worth checking out !read more
I have know Dr. Rauscher for over 35 years as both a patient, and mother of a patient. His knowledge and expertise is exemplary, and equal to his demeanor and professionalism.
What can I say that will do this doctor justice. He is the most knowledgeable and humane doctor I have ever encountered. I have been a patient of Dr. Rauschers since I was 19 my case was a bit complicated and he never gave up on me or took advantage of my situation and most of all he never let me lose hope. I am now 37 and still his patient and all I have to say is if your looking for quality care look no further. He and his staff are what every doctors office should aspire to be. Thank you Dr. Rauscher!!!!read more
My wife and I, together with her parents, have been patients of Dr. Rauscher for many, many years. Aside from being a superior physician, Dr. Rauscher is one of the kindest and most compassionate human beings I have ever had the sincere honor and pleasure of knowing. One of the greatest attributes Dr. Rauscher possesses is one to which every physician should aspire...he is an excellent listener. He demonstrates genuine interest in his patients and is extremely patient as well...answering every question and concern with thoughtful care and diligence.I am equally as honored and proud to consider Dr. Rauscher my friend. I trust him with my life and there isn't anyone else I would rather have care for my physical well-being other than him. God Bless you my friend!read more
There are so few exceptional Doctors and Dr. Rauscher is one of those Really exceptional Doctors that really cares about his patients and spends time with them so that they get the right treatment. He is not only known as a meticulous plastic surgeon but he is an excellent Doctor who cares about his patients .I have known Dr. Rauscher for many years due to a medical condition in which he saved my life. His staff is just as caring. I give Dr. Rauscher and his staff 5 stars.read more
I have been a patient of Dr Rauscher for many years. He is not only the best doctor around but he is a good friend as well. He is caring and he is professional. Whenever I need a referral, I go to him to get it. He is the only doctor that I trust and I put my life in his hands.read more
Dr. Rauscher is an accomplished and commendable surgeon. He performed a highly successful operation on my husband’s ears. When his blood pressure went dangerously high, Dr. Rauscher called my husband’s cardiologist and did not leave his side until his blood pressure went back to normal. That evening he called our home to follow up on his condition and ascertain that all his vital signs were normal. Dr. Rauscher also performed eyelids surgery on me. I am highly pleased with the results and the care he showed for me as a patient. Dr. Rauscher is a caring, thoughtful and skillful person.read more
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Dr. Gregory E Rauscher, M.D.
20 Prospect Avenue Suite 600
Hackensack, NJ 07601
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New Jersey Affliations:
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center
Hackensack University Medical Center
Holy Name Medical Center
Pascack Valley Hospital
University Hospital

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