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Can Gentle Scratching Effect Rhinoplasty Results?

asked 6 months ago by Mr.X in Beirut, 04
Latest answer by Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
Question viewed 160 times
Tags: 2 weeks post-op, damage, results, scratching, worried

This morning, before getting out of the house, i used sunscreen to protect my nose from the sun (my nose was white), but the problem is at the end of the day i couldn't remove it, so i started gently scrathing my nose to remove the white parts, did i ruin my results? (it's been 2 weeks and 4 days) [i'm so paranoid lately hehe]

4 answers to Can Gentle Scratching Effect Rhinoplasty Results?

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Scratching Nose after Rhinoplasty

It is very unlikely you did any harm by scratching you nose to remove the sunscreen 2+ weeks after your rhinoplasty. In the future I suggest you use something like a facial cleanser which you can purchase anyplace that has skin care products.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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Can Gentle Scratching Effect Rhinoplasty Results?

I have performed Rhinoplasty, for over 20 years and IMHO it's unlikely that scratching the skin would injure your nose after a Rhinoplasty. It's always best, IMO, to be over cautious and gentle with the nose but it's an urban myth that smiling, laughing and light touching ruin the nose after Rhinoplasty, IMO.
Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty Results

Thank you for the question. Based on your description I do not think that any harm was done. Best Wishes.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Post rhinoplasty

You should be fine with simple exfoliation of the nose. Sunscreen is always advisable and I am sure you have not caused any damage. I would suggest a lighter sunscreen maybe with out zinc oxide if it is causing a problem with removal by soap or face wash and warm water. Best regards!
Michael Elam, MD

Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

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