Can I sun tan before a rhinoplasty?

Question

i am having my procedure done in the beginning of the summer and i know i want be able to tan until 6 weeks after which is why i want to tan before my procedure, can i sun tan before it?

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Suntanning is acceptable prior to rhinoplasty procedure, however is not a good idea to have a sunburn immediately prior to the rhinoplasty procedure. Remember to use your sunscreen/ sunblock

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Recommend that you follow your plastic surgeon's guidance. My pre-op guidelines specify to stop tanning (including tanning beds) one to two weeks before surgery. Whenever you are outside, wear SPF 30 or higher.

Ronald Schuster, MD · Answer

I would not tan for at least six week prior to surgery. You don't want the skin to be burned or inflamed. But, you should really check with your own surgeon for sure.

Adam Bryce Weinfeld, MD · Answer

Tanning prior to your surgery should not cause any issues.  Wear your SPF protection to be sure not to get a burn.

Julian Rowe-Jones, MBBS, FRCS (Eng), FRCS (ORL) · Answer

I usually advise protecting the skin from strong sunshine for 3 months before and 3 months after a rhinoplasty.  Strong sun exposure causes inflammation of the skin.  A tan means skin has had high sun exposure.  Inflammation will risk more temporary or even permanent swelling after rhinoplasty. I advise a complete sun block cream for the 3 months before and 3 months after.  And maybe a good hat with a peak or brim!  Sun is usually less of a problem here in the UK.  Good luck.

Anup Dhir, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  There should be no problem with the sun tan and it should not have any effect on the rhinoplasty.  Please ensure there is no sunburn.

Harrison C. Putman III, MD (retired) · Answer

Tanning prior to rhinoplasty should not affect the outcome, but be careful not to sunburn please!

Can I sun tan before a rhinoplasty?

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