Is it safe to get in-office teeth whitening after a rhinoplasty with a columellar strut?

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I’m worried the cheek retractors they use to open the mouth and lips might put too much pressure and dislodge my graft? Is this safe?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

We utilize columella strut grafts in nearly everybody, and we have not had an issue with their placement becoming distorted after a dental procedure. By one month postoperative, this should not be an issue. Thank you for this question. Since the only Dr Joseph

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Including the timeframe of how long ago your surgery was, would be helpful in answering your question. Each plastic surgeon will have their own view on what is and isn’t appropriate regarding avoiding pressure after rhinoplasty surgery. Unless your procedure was just a few weeks ago, you’re probably fine.
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Mats Hagstrom, MD

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