Intubation during rhynoplasty. Is it necessary?

Most of the time I use general anesthesia, and most patients are intubated.  Find a board certified plastic surgeon who has performed hundreds of rhinoplasties. Look for great reviews and great before
and after pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

This depends on the anesthetist and the surgeon and if the surgery is minor or not. Most surgeons intubate or block the throat to prevent blood from entering the lungs.