Cast is Sliding off 5 Days After Septorhinoplasty

Question

I can't help it but I lough a lot and that big plaster holding the cast is simply sliding in every direction.Today after warm bath the cast moved even more.Should I call my surgeon and get it replaced or it's movement not going to affect my nose shape?

Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi, At 5 days your Cast/splint should be ready to be removed. Do not remove it but contact your surgeon to arrange removal of cast and tapes. Do not worry, it should be fine.

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hi,
Speak with your surgeon, but at 5 days your splint may be ready  to come off and stay off.  Good luck and be well. 

Dr. P

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

I would let your surgeon know but that does not necessarily mean that it will at all effect the final results of your rhinoplasty.

Olivia Hutchinson, MD · Answer

A nasal cast or splint is usually placed after rhinoplasty to maintain the position of the nasal bones after repositioning them during the surgery. Most often it is removed at 5 - 10 days after surgery. You should definitely contact your surgeon to seek his/her advice on being seen for follow up and cast removal.

Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired) · Answer

It is unlikey that a loose cast  will cause any problems 5 days after surgery. Be careful not to bump the cast and call your surgeon for instructions.

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Cast is Sliding off 5 Days After Septorhinoplasty

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