Should I Get my Cast Wet the Day Before Removal So There is Less Pain?

I have read in a few reviews of people being advised to take a shower before getting the cast off because it's easier. Also, does anyone have an recommendations for a topical cream to treat the hot itchy skin underneath my chin implant bandage? Thanks in advance for any help you can give me!

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Cast removal after rhinoplasty

The removing of the cast post rhinoplasty is typically pain free and does not require any preparation prior to removal. I use an elevator with adhesive remover on it under the cast tape and then it comes right off with minimal discomfort. As far as the chin incision goes I would check and make sure you are not having a reaction to the tape or material used for the bandage. Hot and itchy should be looked at by your surgeon. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

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Should I get my cast wet the day before removal so there is less pain?

This is not necessary. Prior to removal, a solution is applied that will help the cast come off easier. I would advise speaking with your surgeon regarding his or her recommendation for a topical cream, as it is difficult to provide you with advice without performing an exam. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

Wetting the Cast before Removal and Itchy Chin after Chin Implant

The itchy chin after chin implant could be allergic reaction to adhesive or infection. Wetting the cast may help, but I use an adhesive degrading agent prior to removal of the splint. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Cast Removal after Facial Surgery

Speak with your surgeon for his/her specific advise, and each surgeon will have different recommendations. Typically, there is no specific preparation required for facial cast removal after rhinoplasty. Generally, some plastic surgeons may recommend to get the cast wet prior to removal in the office. However, all surgeons will use a adhesive remover, such as acetone, to gently remove the cast. There is no pain. Best of luck. Dr. Chaboki more

Wet cast before removal?

Let me put it to you this way. I bet your surgeon didn't tell you to do that. He would likely wonder what would possess you to do a bone headed thing like that in the first place? And then, he would read you the riot act. On second though, since you paid him thousands of dollars, and put your life in his hands, and trusted him in general, perhaps, you should do what he tells you. Sound like a good idea? Yea, I thought so. By the way, the cast shouldn't hurt... more

Tape removal

You can take shower but your doctor will most likely use an adhesive removal solution to loosen the tape before removal.

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Angiemcc (Community Manager) 20 Feb 2013

Thank you for taking the time to post your question, willie17. I'm sorry not all the answers were appropriate. I do hope you'll stay with us and know that RealSelf values you and that every question has merit.

willie17 20 Feb 2013

Dr. Kasden, Had you read through the question you would see that I hadn't actually done that. I had read about others doing that. But thanks ever so much for taking the time out of your obviously busy schedule to give me your overly sarcastic answer and basically infer that I am a bonehead. Honestly? What the heck is wrong with some of you?