15 years post op - how would I know if I still have internal stents in my nose? Are stents used for every rhinoplasty?

November 9, 2022
Asked By:Reliable983767 in Atlanta, Georgia

Backstory: I broke my nose in 2006 and had surgery to reset it. I was a college kid and too lazy to go to my post op appointment and just pulled out the gauze myself. I just watched a horrifying video of internal stents being pulled out post rhinoplasty and it got my thinking... Are internal stents used on all nose surgeries? Is there any possibility that Ive had some crazy stents stuffed up my nose for 15 years? I would know, right?!

Answers (6)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
November 14, 2022

Answer: Stents are not always used but a good idea to have someone look inside

November 14, 2022

Answer: Stents are not always used but a good idea to have someone look inside

November 11, 2022

Answer: Rhinoplasty

November 11, 2022

Answer: Rhinoplasty

Recommended reading

Rhinoplasty

Everything you need to know about Rhinoplasty

  • 90% worth it
  • 22.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $11,322
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT