I want to get my nose and teeth done with cosmetic surgery, I was wondering which procedure should I get first?

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Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I'm not sure I know what you mean by having your teeth fixed. If you're talking about orthognathic surgery I would suggest that that the done first and the rhinoplasty secondarily. If this is simply cosmetic dentistry than the order of treatment is not important.

R. Scott Yarish, MD · Answer

Which procedure to do first depends upon the type of dental surgery you are having.  I'm assuming in your case that "cosmetic" means veneers or crowns.  If that is the case, it doesn't matter which you do first.  However, any dental procedure that causes changes in your upper or lower lip (e.g. orthognathic surgery) could affect the  lip/nose balance, and in that case, it is important to have the dental procedure first.   I would do them a month apart regardless of which way you decide to go.

Robert D. Wilcox, MD · Answer

Dear robbylove,

I recommend having the dental surgery done
first for a couple of reasons. First, when you have dental surgery there is going
to be a showering of bacteria through your blood stream during the instrumentation.
You do not want to have a fresh rhinoplasty wound that may be susceptible to picking
up those bacteria and cause an infection. Second, if during your dental surgery
you are not breathing well and they want to put a mask on you to help with your
breathing you do not want pressure on the fresh rhinoplasty incision.

I hope this has been helpful.

Robert D. Wilcox, MD

William Marshall Guy, MD · Answer

Hello Robbylove,I would agree with the other responder that it depends on what you mean by having your teeth done.  If you are getting dentures, having orthognathic surgery, or getting veneers then that should be done first.  The reason is that these will all change the appearance of the upper lip.  If you are simply having caps, fillings, braces, etc., then you can proceed with the rhinoplasty first.  I'd recommend you consult with a facial plastic surgeon to discuss your goals of surgery.  This way you can determine what the appropriate order is for you.I hope this helps and good luck.

Cain R. Linville, MD, FACS · Answer

Which one bothers you more? Pretty simple. I'm guessing you want braces or veneers or something cosmetic. So you may want to start that process first. I may make subtle refinements for the rhinoplasty based on the outcome of whatever it is you're wanting with your teeth. Also as a PS, I work closely with several OMFS guys in the area should you need a referral. It's also easy to decide this after an in-office consult. We are here to help you and to help you prioritize

I want to get my nose and teeth done with cosmetic surgery, I was wondering which procedure should I get first?

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I want to get my nose and teeth done with cosmetic surgery, I was wondering which procedure should I get first?

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Answer: I want to get my nose and teeth done with cosmetic surgery, I was wondering which procedure should I get first?

Answer: I want to get my nose and teeth done with cosmetic surgery, I was wondering which procedure should I get first?

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