Remove body piercings (belly/nipple) before rhinoplasty?

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Hello, I have a rhinoplasty scheduled in a few days and I was reading through the forms I was given and noticed it said I have to remove all of my piercings before the surgery. I don't have a problem removing my cartilage piercings but i'm nervous about removing my belly and nipple piercing because they may close. I read online that if it isn't near the operation area that it shouldn't be a problem.. Thanks.

Jacob Sedgh, MD · Answer

Metal piercings are risk factors for skin burn when cauterization device is used during surgery. This could occur even at distant sites even though with lower risk if further away.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear MNis,every plastic surgeon has his own policy regarding body piercings. In some cases piercing can lead to burns. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

If you have concerns check with your surgeon!  If he is using a cautery during your procedure he may want them out to prevent a burn.  His office though can help you take them out and after put them back in.  Good luck on your procedure!Dr Corbin

Jon A. Perlman, MD (retired) · Answer

Each office you'll find has its own policy on body piercings but since there's a risk of a burn injury even distant from the surgical site, your best off having them removed and immediately replaced if possible.  Discuss this with your plastic surgeon.  Also make sure that your piercings and piercing sites are as clean as possible.Jon A Perlman M.D., FACSDiplomate, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)ABC-TV Extreme Makeover SurgeonBeverly Hills, CaliforniaIG: jonperlmanmd

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