Off-center nose / crooked philtrum - how can it be fixed? Do I require a septo/rhinoplasty? (photos)
November 20, 2023
Asked By:rfluker in Paraparaumu, Wellington, New Zealand
Assymetry is getting worse especially my philtrum as I age. Do I have a deviated septum and would the assumetry improve with a septoplasty only or I would require a rhinoplasty also?
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Answers (3)
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The deviated septum can be corrected with a septoplasty. However, if your nose is inclined then you will need a rhinoplasty as well.
Best Wishes,
Gary Horndeski, M.D.
Empty nose syndrome is not caused from a septoplasty, spur removal or adenoidectomy. It is only caused by an excessive resection of turbinates, therefore, make sure your surgeon is doing conservative turbinate surgery.
Hello, hope you are well. A closed approach is the safest method based on your history and description of the issue at hand. Cartilage rasps can be used to reduce the bump, and placing a fascia graft under the skin is a good way to reduce visibility and palpability of contour irregularities. It...
