Is Rhinoplasty possible when you have a skin allergy to adhesive?

November 21, 2017
Asked By:Ede1337 in Ontario, CA

I have wanted a nose job since I was 10 years old and have never changed my mind about it. I know I would be a good candidate however I have developed a contact allergy to any kind of adhesive. Band-aids, medical tape, anything like that will leave my skin with a horrible leathery rash that lasts for months and reoccurs randomly. Does this mean I will never be able to achieve my dream nose? Are there any alternatives to the standard splints that are held on with adhesive? Do I have any options?

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