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cosmetic surgery: tip of nose

I want to have the tip of my nose reduced, and the flare of my nostils narrowed. When just the tip is involved, is there any merit in wearing a hefty plaster cast 24/7? Most advice seems to be that I will have to expect a cast, but, as no bones have been broken, is it really necessary to wear it? - Not least, during the day?
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For this procedure, it is common just to apply tape or steristrips to the nose to re-drape the skin after the tip cartilages are adjusted.  Different surgeons may feel differently, but this is the way I handle these cases.
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Thank you very much indeed for your advice; I appreciate it.  Thanks.
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