Can I also have a rhinoplasty if I have prolia shots twice a year?

Question

I am 68 and will be having a face lift.

Jacqueline T. Cheng, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question about your facelift, rhinoplasty, and medications. Discuss Prolia, as well as any other medications you take regularly, with your board-certified facial plastic surgeon and anesthesiologist prior to having your procedures. While Prolia may not pose any complications, it is best for your operative team to be informed and for you to have their opinion before surgery. Schedule a follow-up if you have already had an in-person consultation with your surgeon to discuss this issue. Good luck!
- Jacqueline T. Cheng, MD

Steven M. Denenberg, MD · Answer

... and your age wouldn't get in the way, as long as you're generally healthy.Be sure to read the section in the "Learn more" link on how to stay out of trouble while searching for a rhinoplasty surgeon. Rhinoplasty in particular is an exquisitely difficult operation to get right, and you should only have surgery if you are able to make yourself very confident in your surgeon's skills. Read that page very carefully. Most plastic surgeons are quite poor at this operation, and I believe my advice will go a long way toward keeping you safe. For most noses, it's better to not have surgery than to have inexpertly-performed surgery.Finally, I usually make computer morphs when I'm answering a RealSelf question, to show the changes that are possible for your nose with a rhinoplasty. but of course you didn't post any photos. At the *very* bottom of the "Learn more" page is a link to instructions on taking and sending photos that are comprehensive and useful for an online consultation like this, in case you'd like a more complete evaluation.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Yes, it is possible to undergo a facelift and rhinoplasty at age 68. Regarding your medications, it's always best to check with your operative surgeon and anesthesiologist to make sure that there's no adverse effects from them regarding your surgery. Choose your surgeon wisely based upon extensive experience producing natural rhinoplasty and facelift results. Study their photo gallery closely

Can I also have a rhinoplasty if I have prolia shots twice a year?

Answers (3)

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Rhinoplasty

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Can I also have a rhinoplasty if I have prolia shots twice a year?

Answers (3)

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Rhinoplasty

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.