Dr. Buonassisi: Cast Removal and Nasal Taping with Ashley at 1 Week Post Rhinoplasty

Dr. Buonassisi, a board-certified facial plastic surgeon from Vancouver with nearly 20 years of rhinoplasty experience, documents a patient's one-week post-surgery cast removal appointment. The video captures the patient Ashley's emotional reaction to seeing her new nose for the first time, showing her excitement and satisfaction with the results. The surgeon provides detailed post-operative care instructions including showering guidelines, activity restrictions, and proper nose care techniques. Ashley shares her honest recovery experience, describing initial discomfort from sleeping upright and mouth breathing, followed by gradual improvement throughout the week. She emphasizes the importance of thorough research when choosing a surgeon and managing realistic expectations. The video concludes with practical advice about taping for swelling control and Ashley's recommendation to research surgeons carefully, noting Dr. Buonassisi's top rating in Canada.