Can I get my nails done 5 day before surgery?

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I want to know if i can get a manicure and pedicure before a breast augmentation and liposuction

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Some surgeons like no nail polish to be on your nails as it may interfere with the oxygen monitor. Best to ask your surgeon. It may not be a big deal.

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

Hi there, thank you for your question. Yes, you can get your nails done 5 days before the surgery but, I do not suggest that because your nails can be broken during whole surgery process.

Casey Anderson, MD, FACS · Answer

You might want to hold off. When they trim your cuticles, it can cause a small infection around the fingernail that might prevent your surgery from happening. Also, dark nail polish can make monitoring during surgery more difficult. As always, be sure to research who performs your surgery to ensure the best likelihood of a positive result.

Peter N. Butler, MD, FACS · Answer

The reason hospitals ask you to remove nail polish is for oxygen monitoring. If you have just polish and no acrylic nails there should not be a problem. However, it is best to check with your specific surgical center or surgeon's office for their recommendations.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. No its not vital, as this is all to do with an oxygenation measuring probed attached normally to your fingertip. However it can be attached to your earlobe or a toe. I recommend you to talk with your plastic surgeon.

Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Each surgeon will have their own protocol they wish their patients to follow.  I would suggest speaking to your surgeon and asking if they recommend that you have no polish on day of surgery.  Best of luck to you.

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Hi & thanks for your question!
Yes, you may have a manicure and pedicure 5 day before surgery.However, you can not have color polish on the day of surgery.  Clear polish only. Hope this helps. Best wishes!

Ashley N. Amalfi, MD · Answer

We are telling all patients to self-quarantine before and after surgery for at least 7 days, ideally 14. This means limiting all unnecessary gatherings, errands, etc. I am all for a mani, pedi, especially before surgery, but I would urge you to do your homework. Go to a reputable spa, make sure they have good safety measures in place, and plan it about 14 days before surgery to ensure your safety. Its important for you to be well before surgery so you have the best recovery.

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

It would be best to ask your plastic surgeon. Many surgeons request patients not wear any nail polish.

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

Always best to check with your surgeon's protocol.
Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board certified Plastic Surgeon and Author.  RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee

Can I get my nails done 5 day before surgery?

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