Are There Risks with Getting Septoplasty After Rhinoplasty?

In the hands of an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon, this combination is actually routine and the standard of care. It is best to combine these procedures for many reasons. In the end, the nose needs to look good but also function well. Often the septal cartilage is used for grafting material that is needed for cosmetic outcome. Without this the surgeon may need to use ear cartilage grafts. Also the septum needs to be modified in order to get the best aesthetic result. So, the... more

It is almost always beneficial to combine these procedures together. In performing rhinoplasty the final result can be better assured if the surgeon knows how the septum will effect the final results. A significantly deviated septum can have both functional and cosmetic effects, and it is best to have this under control during the rhinoplasty operation. Besides, one anesthetic session is always better than two. One recovery period is also an advantage for medical and personal reasons. A... more