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How Long Until I Can Scuba Dive After Otoplasy?
asked 1 year ago by 4479anon in uk
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Question viewed 361 times
Tags: ears, exercise
how many days until I can scuba dive after having ear surgery (octplasy)
3 answers to How Long Until I Can Scuba Dive After Otoplasy?
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Scuba diving and swimming after ear pinning surgery (otoplasty)
This is an excellent question and partially depends on how much pressure and what type of gear you are wearing. Part of the problem is that you ears may still be numb and it is difficult for you to assess when there is excessive detrimental pressure on the ear. I would consult your surgeon but it is my general recommendation to avoid this type of activity for 6 weeks.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Scuba diving after otoplasty
In general, if all your incisions are healed and there are no open areas, I recommend waiting 4 weeks after surgery.
Michael A. Jazayeri, MD
Santa Ana Plastic Surgeon
Santa Ana Plastic Surgeon
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Scuba Diving AFTER Ear Pinning (OTOPLASTY) Surgery
There is no set number of days that need to pass after an Ear Pinning (Otoplasty) Surgery to make it safe to scuba dive.
Two points.
First, the incisions need to seal and heal somewhat. I would prefer on this account that you wait at least 3-4 weeks. Moreover, all fresh scars are extremely sensitive to the sun's rays. To prevent red scars that would last as long asa year from premature UV light exposure, you will needto wear waterproof high SPF sunblock over all scars.
Finally, the major...
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