How long after Rhinoplasty do I have to stay in town?

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I am planning to have a rhinoplasty in LA in a few months. Financially it's a bit of a strain, so I am trying to plan ahead now. I am wondering what is the minimum number of days I need to stay in town after my Rhinoplasty? Also, is it safe to fly after having the surgery? will it be painful, or cause any damage to my nose?

Rod J. Rohrich, MD · Answer

I have my patients from out of town stay for at least one week post-op so I can evaluate them and remove the splint and sutures. I make sure they’re doing well and have no problems before they leave. I allow my patients to travel by air 7-10 days post-op if they use Afrin spray during take offs and landings. Talk to your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon concerning your post-op care

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Carolina Restrepo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. The recommended stay for this procedure is about a week in order to make sure everything is healing properly and the cast can be removed. Better check with your chosen surgeon for his or her advice.  You definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  Best is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.

Avron Lipschitz, MD · Answer

We do many out of town patient's rhinoplasties. Usually patients stay in town 1 week. The follow up on the second and 3rd week needs to be meticulous and excellent too. We will often get our network of plastic surgery colleagues in other towns and states to  follow up on the 2nd and 3rd week.

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

I would recommend you stay for at least 2 weeks.  This would allow any swelling involved with intranasal splints to resolve before your flight.  Also it will allow your surgeon to see you both at the week mark and at the 2 week mark postop.  At two weeks you should have a good idea of your final result and can be with your surgeon to discuss this. Best wishes, Dr. T.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. I recommend staying in town 7 days so the cast can be removed by your surgeon.  You will be safe to fly then also.  Ask your surgeon what he/she recommends also.Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

How long after Rhinoplasty do I have to stay in town?

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