I am deeply grateful and ever so appreciative of your truly welcome and much needed help! Your surgery results are nothing short of awesome! Thoughtfulness like yours indeed takes a special caring. Again, ‘Thanks a Million’ for everything!!
- P.B.S., Revision Rhinoplasty
I wonder how you create a living thing with your hands. How do you build something out of nothing? The thought of the task baffles me, but to my father, it is mundane.
- Katharine Searcy Menick click here for the rest of her perspective
I wanted to take a minute of your precious time to thank you and to let you know the true meaning of what you have restored in her. Yours is a truly special gift and the confidence in which you handled her case allowed her to focus on healing, not worrying!
- V.B., patient’s daughter Nasal Reconstruction
I feel great every time I look into the mirror. Thank you for that gift.
- C.G., Nasal Reconstruction
Needless to say, I am overjoyed at the acquisition of my new nose - something I never imagined I would need - turned out so splendidly. It is a wonderful gift that you bring the world with your expertise, your care, and your artistry. It replaces despair with hope and, indeed verges on the miraculous. My deepest thanks.
- D.L., Nasal Reconstruction - click here for case details
I get compliments almost every day on my beautiful nose.
-J.D. Nasal Reconstruction - click here for case details
You are really a miracle worker! My nose is healing rapidly and I feel normal again - a delicious feeling.
- P.F., Nasal Reconstruction - click here for case details
I am so happy for getting the surgery. The surgery has changed the outlook I have about myself and my self-confidence. So thanks again because how can I repay someone who has changed my life.
- T.P., Revision Rhinoplasty after Congenital Nasal Hemangioma
You truly gave me a new lease on life, as the saying goes. My nose is absolutely beautiful; I still get compliments on it!
- D.W., Nasal Reconstruction/Revision
Thank you so much for taking such great care of our son. We couldn’t have made it through all this without your kindness and compassion.
- B. and G. S., Nasal Reconstruction for their child
Words will never be enough to express our gratitude for the work you have done with our daughter. You have made her a whole person again. From the first day we met you, we had unending hope for her. You plainly said you could fix her when everyone else warned us not to expect much.
- Mother of K.B. Facial Reconstruction - click here for case details
I would like to take this opportunity to tell you what a magnificent doctor and artist you are! My two surgeries a few months ago - nose repair and facelift - changed my life. Everyone remarks how beautiful the work is. I feel I have lived on both sides of appearance; that is, going from droopy and haggard to looking vibrant and pleasing.
- J.T., Facelift and Rhinoplasty - click here for case details
Rhinoplasty Patient Care
1. For the first few days, you may apply an ice cold wet washcloth across your eyes to decrease swelling and discomfort. Some patients prefer to put crushed ice in a baggy or use a bag of frozen peas.
2. Expect a runny, slightly bloody nose for a few days. Many patients have a slightly “runny nose” for weeks after surgery.
Your nose will be “stuffed” for several days to weeks due to internal swelling and crusting.
3. Do not remove the nasal splint or tape. It will be removed by Dr. Menick in 7 days. Keep the splint dry. But you can wash your face and hair in areas away from the splint.
4. Cleanse your stitches and nostrils with a wet Q-tip several times a day and apply Vaseline to the nostril opening and any visible stitches.
5. Do not blow your nose for 10 days. If the nose is blown, air maybe forced into the nasal incisions, puffing of the skin and increasing the risk of injury or infection. If you need to sneeze, open your mouth and let the air exit your mouth.
6. Saline nose drops can be used to decrease crusts within the nose. They are available over-the-counter in any drugstore. Instill several drops throughout the day in each nostril. Put your head back and let the drops run in. “AYR” is a common brand name.
7. You may notice a slightly bloody ooze from under the taped splint near the corner of the eye. This is normal and not a concern.
8. You can apply makeup to normal skin to cover bruising but don’t put makeup on incisions or over crusty areas until completely healed and crusts are gone.
9. Use water and very diluted Johnson’s No Tear baby shampoo and soap to wash about your eyes and eyelashes to remove any crusting.
10. You will have numbness of the tip of your nose for 6 months to one year.
11. Most bruising and grossly visible swelling disappears in a week to 10 days but it takes months for things to “settle” completely. Your nose will change for at least 6 to 12 months — becoming smaller and narrower.