I'm a military pilot. Will I be ok to wear an oxygen mask post Rhinoplasty and Chin Implant? (photo)

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I'm a military pilot interested in rhinoplasty and a chin implant. My concern is how will the nose and chin be affected if there is some pressure from my oxygen mask applied to the areas about 3 weeks post op. Thanks

Vartan Mardirossian, MD · Answer

I would definitely avoids oxygen mask pressure for up to two months after the procedure. On top of that you may have some stuffiness of you nose and pressure equilibration may be difficult, causing ear disease.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Flight mask after nose and chin surgery? If the mask does not cause pressure on the nose or chin it is ok. If the bones are not broken it is ok. It takes 6 weeks for the nose to set firmly but I have to u;se a chisel after 2 weeks to rebreak the nose. I was a flight surgeon in the Air Force but the make may have changed since then.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

The rhinoplasty procedure usually involves osteotomies to the nasal bones which can leave the nose tender to pressure for the first month or 2 after the procedure. The chin is also tender from placement of the implant for the first month or 2 as well. It should be acceptable to put your mask on, but you may have some mild pain and pressure when the mask is applied tightly.

Marcus L. Peterson, MD · Answer

Having been trained by the Air Force in flight medicine I would highly recommend you be DNIF for 6 weeks after rhinoplasty surgery that requires manipulation of the bones.  If you are in any aircraft that pulls more than 3 G's you could easily cause some disruption or distortion in your surgery.Best WishesDr. Peterson

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for your service to the country and at 3 weeks I would not be concernedDr Corbin

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