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29 Aug

When can I fly after my rhinoplasty?

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Each rhinoplasty surgeon may have different guidelines and recommendations regarding postoperative air travel restrictions. In general, most surgeons remove the nasal splint in one week and allow their patients to fly. The main risk or complication related to flying following rhinoplasty is bleeding. This is mostly caused by changes in air pressure. To prevent bleeding and nasal congestions during travel, nasal decongestions sprays like Afrin are recommended.

Last modified on Monday, 29 August 2011 16:20

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Dr. Kevin Sadati is a board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon practicing in Newport Beach, California. He is a member of the prestigious American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS). Dr. Sadati is a highly specialized and experienced surgeon in the field of nasal surgery with more than a decade of experience. He has helped thousands of patients in Orange County California who have had a wide array of cosmetic and reconstructive problems such as primary and revision Rhinoplasty surgeries.

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