How to Tape the Nose After a Rhinoplasty + Proper Removal

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Shervin Naderi, AKA "The Noseman", shows how to properly tape the nose after a rhinoplasty to reduce swelling and scar tissue. Dr. Naderi also demonstrates proper removal of the tape to avoid creating extra swelling.

[@drinny26]

This was the best video I’ve seen on this topic. I just had mine done and I taped it for the first time and didn’t know whether to make the tape tight and this video does a good job explaining it.

[@eceheceheceh]

I just my rhinoplasty last week and here i am learning how to tape myself

[@miriambrisky4448]

Thank you Doc ! Excellent video

[@miri29000]

Thank you for such a helpful video!

[@cruzdelgado1651]

All this money we pay for surgery and the doctor can’t provide us with tape or at least show us how to tape our nose

[@DeanithForeverYoung]

This! 💯

[@btissamkhallas3818]

Well my doctor gave me a tape and send me videos of how to tape and massage it and that was after he showed me him self how to do it all

[@TheMonkiBrothers]

It weird how many other surgeons disagree with taping x

[@johnnyk2929]

My surgeon showed me how to tape, gave me a 3m tape, gave me night plugs for nostril and also checks up on me frequently. Had a septoplasty tho

[@TheMonkiBrothers]

@@johnnyk2929 I was giving a nose thing to but lost it after two weeks kept falling out just ordered some of Amazon . I’m 4 weeks post and have just had some mad swelling last couple of days cos the uk temperature has dropped it’s freezing the cold making my nose stream so bad x

[@CrimsonRose29]

I just had a revision rhinoplasty due to my original procedure not turning out the way I wanted. I was never told to tape my nose so this time I’m giving it a go. Thank you.

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

you're welcome but please check with your own surgeon to make sure he/she is ok with you taping

[@anthony.m.lamotta2337]

Interesting how you are recommended to check with your surgeon to see if it’s ok to tape or not. See the games? One says tape, one never mentions it. One says point your nose in the air and smile, hold for 10 seconds. Do this 3 times a day for 10 reps….the silliness. Standard of care is up to the individual Dr. and results vary. No Dr wants to give u more than u “need” which is up to his individual discretion. Ultimately he doesn’t want to get sued because he gave you too much “good” information you didn’t follow correctly or that hurt u in the long run. This is a great idea, but if he doesn’t recommend it, and u mess up ur nose, he isn’t at fault for it. Even though, it’s probably going to be better for your nose than not. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@dutchess8566]

@@BestPlasticSurgeonsis taping ur nose 1 month after revision too late to see results from taping ?

[@dutchess8566]

@@BestPlasticSurgeons My doctor told me 2.5 weeks post op it was okay to sleep flat :(( did I cause swelling and more scar tissue ? ?

[@dutchess8566]

@@anthony.m.lamotta2337 My doctor told me 2.5 weeks post op it was okay to sleep flat :(( did I cause swelling and more scar tissue ? ?

[@breemds]

Amazing video ❤

[@Percylaird8058]

I am so grateful for this video, doc! God bless you 🥹👍👍👍🙏

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Thank you

[@DiamondBackProject]

I have found using refrigerated salty water poured gently onto the nose from top to bottom for 1-2 minutes makes the tape incredibly easy to remove

[@donrixw9955]

salt is bad for swelling

[@LaurenTaylor-id4gp]

Salt ON the skin is not bad for swelling, not will it create more swelling. We are instructed to clean inside the nose with saline (salt water) during the healing process Eat tons of sodium (salt) can increase swelling yes

[@lawattraction8933]

Thank you for this video. !

[@Maggie-oi4pm]

Had mine done last week and they used both of these products to re-tape mine. I just purchased these products and this video is the most helpful one out there. Thank you!

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

You are welcome

[@dutchess8566]

Where is the link to the tape and the stuff to take it off?

[@Staci1994]

my surgeon showed me how to tape also promoted the dissolving solution. i switched to 3M surgical tape as i find its less irritating to the skin - i am taped 23/7 so skin irritation like that for 3 months is not an option - i account for the stretch factor. i use olive oil for other skincare, i find olive oil works fine with tape removal - soak the tape in it before shower - 15 minutes later it peels off.

[@mimi7914]

I had stitches only on top part of my nose (down center area) to repair a scar. I fear a "polly beak" as that is how it looks now swollen. If I wait a week when my stitches come out could I use this technique??

[@RiceARonia]

Thank u for this!

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

My pleasure

[@LL-jw4pt]

Thank you Doc! I have been taping for 2 weeks now. My surgeon said i only need it at night. And the nurse told me until the roll is finished. The swelling is minimal on the tip only. Goo Gone has been working for me on tape removal. I just need to let it soak. Im going to try alcohol too because there is always residue.

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

you are welcome

[@GabijaS18]

Hi, how did you remove the adhesive residue from your nose?

[@sdotmart]

Is it 'normal' for the skin around the nose to puff up like a balloon when breathing in and out? How long do I have to keep taping my nose? I wear it longer than 12-hours. Do I not need to? Is it working? Why is the skin still moving outside the nose? Thank you.

[@SindelserveurQueen]

I just had a revision and today was the first day when I took the tape off that it kinda hurt. And my nose feels sore. I’m really happy with my results just hate taping it😩 I’m going to buy detachol tomorrow at cvs cause I can’t

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Check with your doctor to make sure everything is ok

[@girose730]

Can I use coconut oil instead of that remover ? Or what other oils can I use

[@tp4255]

I have a question, so i had rhinoseptoplasty 2 weeks ago and 3 days after i noticed that my scars are not healing properly there were literal wounds on it, and my collumella fell down or swelled a lot, so i thought its infection, i was putting terramicyn cream from the begining but noticed its not helping at all (wouldnt be surprised if she caused me all of this) so i went to doctors in my country, told me i dont have infection but that my columella/septum fell a bit. And they gave me new cream. It was good on the first day but now on second my whole face is itching, do you have any antibiotic cream that you would recommend me that wont cause reactions? And its possible that my septum/columella go back

[@PeteBlack76]

I've been told and shown to tape my nose after surgery by my surgeon but he hasn't said to tape my tip as your video shows, should I tape my tip or just what he advised. My tip was original taped when I had my splint on which was removed after a week, thanks

[@vivaglamnadia]

Tape as advised by your surgeon

[@ihustle8599]

Hello doc! Can I send you a quick message about rhinoplasty pollybeak complication?If I could send you a picture, I would greatly appreciate your help

[@aimeepotts1417]

How shall I tape the left side of my nose to avoid it healing asymmetrically? Tape down harder on the left? Thanks for this video. My surgeon in NZ recommended I watch this!

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Thank you and please thank your NZ plastic surgeon. Taping harder on one side isnt recommended but we do have a Nasal Massage video here as well that may be helpful.

[@aimeepotts1417]

@@BestPlasticSurgeons thank you! I will have a look and watch. I’m concerned about the tip not actually going down if I don’t tape it, you know? If I tape it so that all the fluid goes to the tip, how will it ever actually go down? My boyfriend keeps thinking I’m going to end up with a big, fat, round tip because I don’t tape it there? 🤣

[@reardelt]

Taking a shower with the tape on will help loosen the tape right? won't that serve the same purpose as detachol?

[@netk9300]

I’m here watching from FL 😢

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

stay indoors with air-conditioners and out of the sun if you had recent rhinoplasty

[@danielacosta1998]

I would have loved to receive the detachol along with the tape doctor gave me. I think surgeons are 50/50 on whether taping is necessary and that’s why they did not give detachol

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

You can purchase all the supplies online. We have an Amazon site as well.

[@xeno9117]

Did you find taping effective in your case ?

[@lotfif.7112]

Good day Doctor, I have a Cartilage Graft procedure coming soon on left nostril, due to collapsed Cartilage back in 2001 due to bacterial infection. I was worried about physical nose outcome since my insurance will not cover the cost for the cosmetics. How easy is it to go back and do adjustments...(maybe nose reduction, slight nose lift...ect) or should I wait and do the procedure all at once ( the nose correction and cosmetic) ? Thank you !

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Hi. It is not easy doing a revision but it depends on the nose. I cannot make comments without seeing and examining the nose. Just make sure you are seeing a true specialist. There are 12000 plastic surgeons in the United States and only a small handful (less than 20) are true specialists.

[@grant8009]

Can you please tell me, if pulling the tape off (i am over 3 months post op, so i am asking from this time perspective, cuz i did this today) may form scar tissue? I was always removing the tape super gently, soaked it with water etc, but today i was in hurry and i took it off DRY, i tried to be gently but did not have much time. My nose was defiently more swollen than before. CAN IT FORM scar tissue? Or not after 3 months and it is just swelling?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

lifting the tape off too fast pulls the skin up a bit with the tape and forms a pocket under the skin for more swelling and more scar tissue.

[@kejsiplaku4810]

Doctor. Please can you help me?I am 10 days post op right now. On the 9th day I removed my cast and then taped my nose for the whole night as you are showing in the video here. My surgeon didn’t advise me to but I did it. My nose is thin but with a lot of swelling. I think that the tape helped in deforming my nose since it is more swollen up in the bridge and near the nasal tip it is smaller so it has formed some kind of a hump. Waiting for your answer.

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Hi. Please follow your own surgeon's instructions and advice. We do not like to interfere with other surgeon's work

[@starynights9769]

He said avoid Florida but I live here 😅

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

LOL!!!! Awwwww :) We actually have a ton of patients who fly to us from Florida for rhinoplasty then fly back, The point he was making is "avoid sun and heat and avoid things that create more swelling and scar tissue." So if you live in a warm sunny place we recommend staying mostly indoors in cool air conditioned facilities for the first 1-3 months after surgery

[@adrianaa.n]

Will wearing a face mask push my tip back down from the pressure? When I go out I don’t cover my nose with my mask only my mouth, thankfully no one tells me anything in public but I had my rhinoplasty and am going back to work soon and at my job they’re strict with the mask policy and am scared that they will make me put my mask on my nose even if I explain to them that I had surgery because masks put pressure on your nose especially the tip I don’t want my tip getting droopy again by having to wear a mask for 8 hours everyday!

[@almahidalgo2235]

My doctor told me if I’m wearing a mask for a long time just to tape the nose

[@adrianaa.n]

@@almahidalgo2235 while wearing the mask? I was thinking I could do the same think like tape my tip up while wearing a mask but I’d rather not cover my nose

[@Diana-zy3po]

I just had my rhino and asked my surgeon this. He said to only wear a surgical mask (not a cloth mask) and to make a tent at the part that’s bendy so it’s sitting high on the bridge as gently as possible

[@deesandy4265]

You can try wearing it upside down metal part down where the chin is

[@xeno9117]

@@adrianaa.n Yeah , I'm not gonna wear a tape and try to put my mask as less as possible. Also since I'm replying after 2 months how much difference do you see now ? I'm very anxious because my nose looks weird.

[@christinejegutzki8305]

I just had my 2nd rhinoplasty done. I saw this video while researching and thought this would beneficial for me since it’s so swollen. I asked my doctor but he said it isn’t necessary and I have thick skin. I decided to do it anyway. The bruising and swelling is so bad. 😢

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Taping can definitely help most but you should always take your own surgeon's advice and recommendations over online Q&A

[@drinny26]

My doctor told me to do it every day for 3 weeks. The night for at least 6 weeks.

[@i6lakk]

I removed the tape and everything is good, but I still have some sticky leftovers on my nose from the tape and I don’t know how to remove them

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

The Detachol glue remover helps. Alcohol wipes help. Toner helps.

[@fatmasugra8266]

Sir ap khn se h mere bhi karwa degye

[@vanhelsing2407]

Is there such thing as taping the nose too tight? I am feeling a lot of pressure on my bridge that shouldn't be a problem right?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Yes if you tape too tight you can cause damage

[@reardelt]

Is there a risk of necrosis if you press the tape too hard onto the dorsum? And isn't 1 layer of tape enough?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

yes you can damage the skin and the cartilages by pressing too hard

[@tinks6514]

I am four weeks out, I had a dorsal hump removed but there's still a small hump. The tissue is soft where the hump is so I've been told it will go down on it's own and not to worry, my surgeon said taping isn't necessary . I have thin skin but what concerns me is all the pictures I've seen of a dorsal hump removal the nose is super straight and here I am a month out with a hump. Could it form scar tissue?

[@bbygrlpt2]

How are you now? Did it go away?

[@GabijaS18]

Hey how are you now?

[@gs304]

Can this technique be used after nasal fracture repositioning?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

check out our nasal massage video

[@fatmasugra8266]

Ap khn se h mere ko bhi karwanni h

[@kaitlynsuarez5129]

So my surgeon has tape on my nose right now but i’m noticing a bump (cartilage) start to form up on my nose. Should I tape it down further to try to prevent that from staying?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

please take pictures and show it to your own surgeon. we never interfere with fresh healing noses.

[@bananabana8075]

Hi can I still wear a mask ? If I wear it where the metal part is on my chin ? And I’m taped up underneath My job still requires we wear a mask

[@emperatris11]

🤦‍♀️where do you live in south korea? Cuz that people got me crazy with the mask thing . If you use the mask it should be very loose get a big one that do not touch the nose or just get a medical justification that you can't use the mask 😉

[@victoriamichelle1314]

I had surgery 1.5 years ago.. no one ever told me to tape and my nose healed asymmetrically and never went back to the defined shape it was when the cast first came off. Im upset bc I wish my doctor told me to tape..

[@dallas218]

I see all these posts saying their nose was defined at cast removal. My nose was HUGE at cast removal and so swollen it literally looked like a potatoe. I didn’t see any defintion for over a week. Somewhat thick skin here. I guess im different 🤔

[@victoriamichelle1314]

@@dallas218 I wish I had your scenario. Mine was so small and just got bigger and bigger. It’s supposed to be swollen and get smaller, not the other way around. I just feel defeated and so turned off by the surgery at this point

[@vralicia]

@@victoriamichelle1314 how is now that some time has passed by? I hope it got better❤

[@GabijaS18]

Do you have thick skin?

[@elnazadibi5644]

Hi...excuse me, do you suggest tape the nose during 6 months after surgery???🤔 days and nights????

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

not after 6 months

[@alikhadada4475]

I did my rhinoplasty before 9 days when can i remove the tape just for work and then put it all day long, i will go to work after 15 days from surgery. Thanks

[@ewaserzysko7304]

Keep taping at night... You can change every 2-3 days the tape

[@av-va2315]

My doctor is huge on taping, but I feel like a little too much. He makes me keep on the tape for the whole week. He doesn’t provide tape, he makes me go to the appointment just for him to change my tape. Is that necessary? Should I ask him that I prefer to tape at nights?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

taping is great - for those who benefit from it. not for everyone. we recommend leaving tape on for 3-4 days at a time and we ask the patient to change the tape themselves that way if they are going to a party or work event and want to be bare and untaped for a little while then they can do it.

[@lizliz2018]

A week? I have to tape my nose for at least 2 months! Every 5 days change the tape😭

[@iMaGiNaTiOnWpAsSiOn]

Hello. I just got my cast off yesterday and my doctor said I didn’t need to tape. I’m nervous not to though. Who do you suggest does not tape? Like which type of patients would be exempt from taping?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

HI. If you have thin skin and there is barely any perceptible swelling then taping is not necessary

[@iMaGiNaTiOnWpAsSiOn]

@@BestPlasticSurgeons thank you

[@esi7446]

I had my operation 10 days ago, my doctor told me not to tape my nose, is that normal ?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

yes not everyone needs to tape

[@jaspreetsingh6406]

Where can i get this tape

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

We have a link on our website under "rhinoplasty shopping list" www.virginiafacialplasticsurgery.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/rhino-shopping-list-all.pdf

[@Dreamteam-gj8kg]

How long should I tape? Couple months or years?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

no more than 6 months. most tape for 1-3 months.

[@Matttrinidad08]

Does taping change the shape of your new nose ?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

If the rhinoplasty was done well, taping can keep the shape and reduce scar tissue and create a better healing. If the nosejob was not done well, taping wont make up for the mistake the plastic surgeon made. If you tape too tight or incorrectly then you can cause problems with the shape.

[@abuvv7]

Hi Dr 👋 I have really thick skin, i'm on month 7 & im still taping should i continue taping or stop?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

HI We usually recommend 3-6 months

[@abuvv7]

@BestPlasticSurgeons ok thank you & will it benefit or affect me negatively if I keep taping after 6 months let's say 1 year?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

no, not if you are taping it correctly@@abuvv7

[@binarycloud1843]

How many months should we tape our nose, My Doctor said 3 months for 24 hours.

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

depends on skin thickness and degree of swelling. Between 1-6 months usually. 3 months is good

[@user-ry6fe7ne6t]

can you start taping 8 weeks post op?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

yes although earlier is better, 8 weeks is still not too late

[@alikhademiran]

اول از لهجه فهمیدم ایرونین بعد فامیلیتونو دیدم نادریه،عالی😅😂

[@RicardoGonzalez-nw5oo]

Do you know where can I find de micropore tape?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Amazon

[@enivre1717]

What is the solution for removal?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Detachol

[@fierce4393]

Can I travel by plane 3 weeks post the surgery?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Ask your own surgeon but typically the answer is yes although flying will increase swelling so we tell our patients to delay unnecessary flights as long as possible and definitely tape for the flight

[@melypresents2.0]

What if you’re allergic to adhesive, any suggestions?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

That is a tough situation

[@melypresents2.0]

@@BestPlasticSurgeons yes, it is something that I didn't think about and I have tried several different tapes and so far all cause a skin reaction.

[@marslove5907]

Mee too😒

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

@@melypresents2.0 Did you try the 3M micropore tape?

[@melypresents2.0]

@@BestPlasticSurgeons I have! Now that my skin has healed, I can tape it up with 3M for a couple of hours before I get a rash, but I take allergy medicine when I do

[@ella.5793]

So I got my rhinoplasty done 2 weeks ago and last week the dr taped my nose. After he removed it, he didn’t really tell me anything else but I feel like my tip dropped a little more than I would’ve like it to.. should I tape my nose ?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

We always ask you to discuss post-op care with your own doctor and use these videos only for reference. We do not want to interfere with your surgeon's work

[@ella.5793]

@@BestPlasticSurgeons damn I already used it and I feel like I’m seeing improvement!! But yeah I’ll ask my surgeon just to be sure

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

@@ella.5793 yes you probably will see benefits but legally we always will tell you to check with your own doctor :)

[@ella.5793]

@@BestPlasticSurgeons thank you! I do have a question though.. I have normal skin I think.. a little bit leaning more to thick skin. Could taping have a negative effect?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

@@ella.5793 taping properly is good. taping poorly can have negative effects and cause pinching or depressions

[@erm6696]

it's been 10 months since i had my surgery and my nose is still swollen (kinda big) but it's in a nice shape i asked my dr if it would be smaller in the future he told me that my skin is thick so it will take one and a half year is that possible? im having bad thoughts also will the tip be smaller than how it is now? would appreciate your answer!

[@BarcaAlmighty]

If it's very thick, then yes, it might take a little longer than a year.

[@drinny26]

I just had mine done and I am wondering if the swelling really does last that long.

[@erm6696]

@@drinny26 it's different most ppl swelling last for like 3 months and it's fully gone about 6 months but the final nose job result will show up in a year

[@Favfi]

The name of the tape and liquid please it's not on the website.

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

www.virginiafacialplasticsurgery.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/rhino-shopping-list-all-1.pdf

[@Favfi]

Thank you sir

[@shalomG29]

Do i need to change the tape daily?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

We actually prefer patients to minimize the number of times they remove the tape weekly. We recommend changing the tape about twice a week (every 3-4 days). But check with your own surgeon please

[@cbaby21]

I find my nose is way too high, the tip is too projected. Should I not tape my tip up? I really want it to drop by a lot, I look too piggy. What would you recommend?

[@thecelestialfrequency]

I’m not a doctor but I wouldn’t recommend taping the tip. Just tape the bridge.

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Taping with this method would not help the tip drop down. Talk to your doctor.

[@carolinagonzalez9637]

how long ago did you get your surgery? because that happened to me during my first 6-7 months but then it got normal and beautiful, remember that the process is up to 1 year to see the final results.

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

@Milly Flores no taping it will keep it up better. the opposite of what you want. you can tape the bridge to reduce swelling but dont tape under the tip. smiling and massaging the tip downward may help a bit but ultimately depends on what your surgeon did. hang in there. avoid haters.

[@ragazziita]

Sir, I LIVE in Florida 😂

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

lol :)

[@vinuvaishnav7759]

Where can I get detach oil anyone ?

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Amazon should have Detachol

[@Umranmohammad333]

Can i do this procedure after 5 months of rhinoplasty

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

Yes but its not as effective as if you had started it right after surgery

[@miskahmed17]

I’m removing the tape daily is that normal !?

[@grant8009]

yes it is, often you have to tape nose at night and remove it in the morning then tape again at night

[@miskahmed17]

@@grant8009 but i’m in second week after surgery 🌚

[@grant8009]

@@miskahmed17 i was doing it like that since i took off the tapes after 5 days. First I had cast on for 5 days, then I had tapes on for another 5 days. After that I took them off, take a one day break and started taping (as my doctor recommended)

[@Rita-wi2rz]

For how long should have a tape on nose after a surgery

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

3-6 months ideally if approved by your own surgeon

[@dallas218]

@@Rita-wi2rz rita the bambita 🥳

[@valarmorghulis3773]

No links for detach all

[@lemonzest_]

It's called Detachol Adhesive Remover and you can find it on amazon

[@valentinfama7797]

i use alcohol and it works the same. wet a qtip w alc and kinda “roll it” under the tape, the glue dissolves and the tape comes right out wo any effort

[@dallas218]

@@valentinfama7797 very smart idea 💡 i was informed to clean the glue after removal using alcohol anyway. I will try this tomorrow when removing tape. I looked this up cuz it hurt bad this morning when removing the tape from my nose 😬

[@valentinfama7797]

@@dallas218 hi!!! do not pull the tape, that’s a BIG NO, it’ll cause more swelling, what i recommend rlly does work, a q tip w alcohol basically melts the glue away so when u take the tapes off it doesn’t push ur skin w it, kinda roll the q tip underneath the tape and it’ll come off basically by itself!!

[@valentinfama7797]

@@dallas218 and yes, after taking it off clean ur nose so ur skin is clean and doesn’t swell bc of dirty pores

[@ramonurena3248]

If y’all want the tip to be more defined after surgery, take accutane for 3 months, if y’all have thick skin, thank me later

[@maxianoacosta]

i rather not tape it

[@martinac5029]

Lmao avoid Florida … 🫣😩

[@BestPlasticSurgeons]

LOL!!!!!! Ooopsies! :)