Rhinoplasty is performed all over the world with multiple different anesthesia options available. Some of the options available include general anesthesia, local, regional anesthesia, and intravenous anesthesia. The most experienced plastic surgeons recommend general anesthesia for rhinoplasty surgeries because this form of pain block is the most comfortable as well as the safest option for the patient.

1. Dr. Jay Calvert M.D. – Anesthesia for Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is performed all over the world with multiple different anesthesia options available.
Some of the options available include general anesthesia, local, regional anesthesia, and intravenous
anesthesia. The most experienced plastic surgeons recommend general anesthesia for rhinoplasty
surgeries because this form of pain block is the most comfortable as well as the safest option for the
patient.
Dr. Jay Calvert MD recommends using general anesthesia. During general anesthesia the patient
is sleeping. Patients under general anesthesia are relaxed, comfortable and are unable to feel or
experience anything that is going on around them until the surgery has been completed. This method
ensures that the patient is not in a stressed state during surgery. Their blood flow is relaxed and bleeding
will be to a minimum. They will wake up refreshed with no memory of the procedure.
“It is my humble opinion that general anesthesia should be the anesthetic of choice for the
majority of rhinoplasty operations. This allows for a smooth operation without major fluctuations in blood
pressure (that can cause bleeding), a pleasant experience for the patient, and the highest level of safety
throughout the procedure.
Some smaller cases with less work to be done may be right for local anesthesia with sedation,
but I find this to be the minority of cases. In our practice, we have incredible anesthesia providers and all
feel the most comfortable with the airway protected and general anesthesia as the technique for
managing the operation.”
-Dr. Jay Calvert M.D.
http://JayCalvertMD.com
Potential plastic surgery patients should always talk to their doctors before deciding on the type of
anesthesia to use to prevent any complications during surgery. The patient’s past medical history, age,
weight, family history and medical health all come into consideration when deciding the perfect
anesthesia for the procedure. It is highly important to be truthful and honest to your doctor regarding past
history as well as drug, alcohol or smoking habits as these can all play an important factor in your ability
to receive most anesthesia methods.
To find out more on safe anesthesia and other information on rhynoplasty from a Board Certified
Plastic Surgeon please visit Dr. Jay Calvert at http://JayCalvertMD.com
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Dr. Jay Calvert is a well respected Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with offices located in the Beverly Hills, Los
Angeles area. Dr. Calvert is a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery as well as the American
Society of Plastic Surgeons. For more information: Plastic surgeon Los Angeles : Please visit
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