Should I take my nose on long haul flight are having a rhinoplasty?

Question

I had a rhinoplasty done 18moths ago, no complications just had steroid shots injected into the tip though. I fly from Australia to London (23hrs) in 3 weeks, should I be taping my nose to reduce swelling for the duration of the flight?

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Yes, it would be beneficial to tape your nose for a long flight after a rhinoplasty. Taping your nose can reduce swelling that can be caused from the pressure of the flight.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Additionally, we do not recommend nasal taping for any of our patients. Since you were so far postoperative, the best advice I can give you is to have a good time during your trip! Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Patrick Felice, MD · Answer

After 18 months, there should be no issues with you taking a long flight. You do not need to tape the nose as this will not prevent any minor swelling.Hope this helps.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your query.  Eighteen months after  having  a rhinoplasty, taping is not needed nor is it likely to help . Please discuss this with your operating surgeon. All the best!

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. I never recommend taping for any of my patients as it can be damaging to the skin and underlying grafts. Ultimately, you should follow the advice of your surgeon.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Personally, I don’t see a good indication for injecting steroids in the nose 18 months after surgery.
I also don’t see a good indication for taping your nose.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

Should I take my nose on long haul flight are having a rhinoplasty?

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