Can I keep micro or nano ring hair extensions in during rhinoplasty?

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I am about to get some hair extensions fitted however have seen some comments online about the metal part of the nano / micro ring extensions interfering during surgery and causing burns ? Is someone please able to confirm if it would be advisable to remove the hair extensions before surgery or if it is safe to keep them in. Many thanks

Greg Bran, MD, PhD · Answer

Electrical current used by the cautery devises used during surgery can travel to any metal items attached to the body during surgery hence it being advisable to remove any metal piercings/other. 
I would advice removing removing hair extensions if they are attached using metal rings as this is safe practice. If they are otherwise attached by alternative adhesives, it should be safe. Speak to your surgeon/surgical team for confirmation or further clarity. 
Best wishes
GB

Cagri Sade, MD · Answer

Hi there! Thank you for your question!Regarding hair extensions, if only adhesive is used it's fine, but metal is not (microbeads). Metal can act as arc to the cautery used during surgery. Everywhere there's metal attached to the body, there is a chance of a spark or burn.While it's not sure to happen, there's no guarantee it won't, so it would be the best to remove them.Better safe than sorryBest of luck!Dr Cagri Sade

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