Laser Eye Surgery After Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty; Rhinoplasty surgery not only improves the aesthetic appearance but also increases the person’s self-confidence. However, another important issue that patients who have rhinoplasty may encounter is the use of glasses.

Wearing glasses after rhinoplasty is generally not recommended because the pressure the glasses put on the nose can affect the outcome of the surgery. In this case, getting rid of glasses with laser eye surgery becomes an ideal option for many patients. So, when and how should laser eye surgery be performed?

Why Is It Harmful to Use Glasses After Rhinoplasty?

The healing process of the nasal structure after rhinoplasty is quite delicate. While the nasal bone and cartilage adapt to their new shape after surgery, any external pressure may lead to undesirable results. The pressure of the glasses frame on the nose:

• It can negatively affect the healing process,
• It may cause deformations in the aesthetic shape of the nose,
• It may compromise the final outcome of the surgery.

For these reasons, it is recommended to use contact lenses instead of glasses in the post-rhinoplasty period. However, laser eye surgery is a good alternative for patients who cannot wear contact lenses or who want to get rid of glasses completely.

The Best Timing for Laser Eye Surgery

Laser eye surgery is an effective treatment to correct vision defects such as myopia, hyperopia or astigmatism. However, the timing of this procedure is of great importance when evaluated together with rhinoplasty. Here are two different scenarios and appropriate timing suggestions:

• Laser Eye Surgery Before Rhinoplasty

If rhinoplasty is planned, the ideal approach is to perform laser eye surgery beforehand. This has several advantages:

1. The need for glasses disappears after the surgery,
2. The healing process is completed easily without the pressure of glasses on the nose.

Since it usually takes a few days for the eyes to heal after laser surgery, this period can be completed before rhinoplasty surgery.

• Laser Eye Surgery After Rhinoplasty

If rhinoplasty surgery has already been performed and the patient wants to get rid of glasses, some time should be waited after surgery for laser eye surgery. Depending on the healing process recommended by the surgeon, it is usually:

1. Laser surgery can be performed 1 week to 10 days after surgery.
2. During this process, the sensitivity on the nose will decrease and the healing process will become stable.

However, the decision for laser surgery should be evaluated together by the surgeon performing the rhinoplasty surgery and the ophthalmologist.

Advantages of Rhinoplasty and Laser Eye Surgery

1. Since the use of glasses ends, the pressure on the nose disappears completely.
2. The person will have both a more aesthetically beautiful nose and clear vision independent of glasses.
3. The healing process becomes comfortable and the patient adapts to daily life more easily.

Since wearing glasses after rhinoplasty is inconvenient, laser eye surgery offers an ideal solution in this regard. The most appropriate timing and procedure selection should be determined by a detailed evaluation with your rhinoplasty surgeon and ophthalmologist. Thus, the best decision can be made that will increase your quality of life both aesthetically and visually. If you have questions about rhinoplasty or laser eye surgery, you can consult our expert team.