Nasal Splinting: A Plaster Modification

Is Rigid Nasal Splinting Needed after Rhinoplasties? An 18-year Experience Using Surgical Tape

“…The rationale behind this is to preserve and protect the desired shape of the nasal tip and dorsum, especially during the first weeks of the recovery period. 1 More recently, several authors have proposed different alternatives for nasal splinting, to avoid the nuisance for the surgeon and the patient that implies molding and using the plaster for at least 2 weeks. 2 The list of suggested materials includes thermoplastic, metal, fiberglass, 3 and acrylic 4 splints, each one with its singular pros and cons.…”

Research on the Effects of Immobilizing the Nasal Region with a Thermoplastic Splint in Case of Patients who have Undergone Rhinoplasty

“…During the first weeks of recovery, the nasal shape of the tip and dorsum has to be protected with a splint [11]. In accordance with the specialized literature, the ideal splint should be light, adaptable, easy to remove and inexpensive [12]. The nasal splint involves molding and a plaster that should be used for at least 2 weeks using materials such as thermoplastic [13], fiberglass, metal or acr ylic splints [14][15][16].…”