The post-op experience during the days after rhinoplasty are not always such a breeze. However, knowing what to expect will make it much easier to make it to cast removal day one week after your surgery. Our real patient guest Ashley shares honest words about her experience after rhinoplasty with Dr. Buonassisi at Vancouver's 8 West Clinic during the first week after surgery, from post-op to cast removal day. She talks about comfort with sleeping, breathing, and eating; pain; activities; dealing with pets; going out in public; and some advice for those considering rhinoplasty.