The thing holding me back is apprehension about anesthesia. I'm terrified to be intubated, and twilight carries its own risks. I read that certain (but few) docs will use local anestesia w/ valium. Are there any NY/NJ area docs that are comfortable with this? I have decent pain tolerance... Thanks.
June 11, 2010
Answer: Rhinoplasty While Awake
Rhinoplasty can be done with the patient awake, but why? I was trained to do this surgery without general anesthesia, but with the physicians and techniques available today, I encourage patients to consider all alterrnatives. Depending on the patient and what needs to be done, I will do the surgery with only local anesthesia..
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
June 11, 2010
Answer: Rhinoplasty While Awake
Rhinoplasty can be done with the patient awake, but why? I was trained to do this surgery without general anesthesia, but with the physicians and techniques available today, I encourage patients to consider all alterrnatives. Depending on the patient and what needs to be done, I will do the surgery with only local anesthesia..
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
June 4, 2010
Answer: Rhinoplasty with Oral Sedation
Hi,
Yes it is possible to perform a rhinoplasty with oral sedation. You have to be the right patient for the procedure and be willing to tolerate being somewhat aware of cutting and osteotomy ( breaking of the bone).
Best,
Dr.S.
Helpful
June 4, 2010
Answer: Rhinoplasty with Oral Sedation
Hi,
Yes it is possible to perform a rhinoplasty with oral sedation. You have to be the right patient for the procedure and be willing to tolerate being somewhat aware of cutting and osteotomy ( breaking of the bone).
Best,
Dr.S.
Helpful