Removing my Rhinoplasty Cast?

    The removal of the splint at 7 days is not usually performed by the patient.  However, if you do not have a plastic surgeon nearby, moisture will probably help, but I would definitely not force anything.  If you meet resistance, stop.  If you must, go to another plastic surgeon's office and have this removed.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Ideally, rhinoplasty cast is removed by the operating surgeon. If you are not able to get to your surgeon, the cast can be removed by the technique described which is by loosening by way of steam and carefully pulling it from one side to the other.