Removing Scabs in Nose from Rhinoplasty?

I would not recommend removing the scabs. That can cause problems such as infection or bleeding. Your surgeon can help and remove some of the scabs in the office.

Staying well-hydrated, using saline nasal washes,  applying Bactroban ointment on the area and using Hydrogen peroxide soaked Q-tip on the crusts can help a great deal.

Congestion and crusting usually resolves but manipulating the mucosa inside the nose can create problems.

It’s not uncommon to develop crusting and scabbing following nasal surgery.  This is especially common when rhinoplasty surgery is performed in combination with septoplasty and the use of nasal splints.  This crusting can result in nasal airway obstruction and post-operative discomfort.
            For these reasons, it’s not unusual for patients to express concern about this problem.  In an effort to minimize crusting and scabbing, plastic surgeons frequently recommend nasal saline rinses or hydrogen peroxide rinses.  Vaseline can be used to soften scabs and occasionally scabs can be removed with Q-tips and instrumentation. 

            If this issue represents a major problem for you then consultation with your plastic surgeon will prove helpful.  Your surgeon should be able to recommend a treatment plan that addresses your concerns.

Most patients get crusting in their nose following rhinoplasty.  Many doctors recommend nasal saline spray.  If the crusts remain unbearable, a visit to your surgeon for a repeat evaluation may be in order.