Dorsal hump removal with septoplasty

Richard P. Rand, MD answers: Septoplasty to include fixing nose hump?

I may have to have a Septoplasty but I also have a small dorsal hump that I want removed. I do not wish to change the shape of my nose, just to get the dorsal hump filed down in conjuction with my Septoplasty. Is that possible? Or will I have to possibly have further work done to my nose?


Richard P. Rand, MD
1 month ago
By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

It is certainly technically posible to do a dorsal hump removal with a septoplasty but the hump removal would generally be considered cosmetic so you would need to work out any fee issues with your doctor.  Also, your doctor will know that combining a hump removal with a removal of part of the septum can cause the bridge to collapse (sadle nose) if not enough dorsum is preserved for proper support.

Web reference: http://www.randcosmeticsurgery.com
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