I am a 24 year old male and was wondering am I allowed to have a rhinoplasty procedure if I have diabetes?

Johncarey,Your diabetes, whether type 1 or type 2, should not interfere with your desire to get a rhinoplasty procedure. Be sure to inform your surgeon about your condition and he/she will be sure to accommodate you in every way possible. Hope this helps!Dr. Ali Sajjadian

You should make sure that the blood sugars are well controlled.  I perform these surgeries
with closed technique
to preserve the structure of the nose and minimize visible scarring.
Look at website before and after galleries and reviews to help you
select your surgeon.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Thank you for your
question. In my past
experience, patients with type 1 or 2 diabetes can safely be submitted to rhinoplasty.The key factor is that the diabetes should be stable and under good control prior to surgery. You should get the doctor who manages your diabetes involved in the process, to get appropriate monitoring and treatment before, during and after the procedure.  



I would recommend you
find a facial plastic surgeon in your area that you
trust and feel comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that
surgeon in person.



Good luck!



Marcelo Antunes MD

Hi John,Yes, we perform rhinoplasty on patients with diabetes in conjunction with their internist controlling the blood sugar during the peri-operative period.  Most importantly, as with any facial aesthetic treatment be sure to take the time to choose your treating physician most carefully based on their experience, skill, and natural artistic vision. Good luck and be well.Michael Persky, MDEncino,CA

If your diabetes is under control and you are cleared for surgery then yes you can have a rhinoplasty done, only if you are a candidate for rhinoplasty in general, that is. I can't give any specific recommendations without photos or an in person consultation, but your diabetes should not get in the way of a rhinoplasty procedure as long as it is under control. 

 Yes, it is possible  to have a rhinoplasty procedure even though you have type 1 or 2 diabetes. It's important that your diabetes is under control  and to get clearance from your endocrinologist before  undergoing cosmetic surgery.

Diabetes that is well controlled should not be a contraindication to a rhinoplasty.I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Before undergoing surgery you should have medical clearance from your primary physician and/or endocrinologist and he or she should discuss any specific management aspects of your diabetes with your plastic surgeon and anesthesiologist.Robert Singer, MD FACSLa Jolla, California

Hi John,As long as your diabetes is well controlled, there should be no reason that you can't undergo a rhinoplasty procedure. If you take insulin, your surgeon can coordinate with your endocrinologist or primary care doctor to make recommendations about your diabetes care on the day of surgery. The surgery center should be able to monitor your blood glucose as well while you are under anesthesia to ensure safety.All the best for a great result.

Diabetes, Type 1 or Type2, will not interfere with having a rhinoplasty or compromise the end result. The anesthesiologist, your surgeon, and the physician who manages your diabetes will coordinate management of your blood sugar before, during, and after the operation.