I am due to have a Septoplasty - to fix my irregular nasal septum due to the fact I cannot breath through my nose.

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I would like to know if i can fix the bump on my nose aswell as this? I am getting my operation done by the NHS which means its free of charge as i have been referred through my GP so i would like to know, would i be able to get this bump fixed through the NHS free of charge or is it something that i would have to get done later and pay for it?

William Portuese, MD · Answer

A rhinoplasty is performed for cosmetic purposes to  removed the hump,  straighten the nose and adjust the tip accordingly.  Patients must pay for the rhinoplasty themselves, since it is cosmetic. A septoplasty is a completely separate operation performed in the back of the nose  for medical necessity to improve airflow through the nose due to blockage of  the airway from  twisted cartilage and bone. A septoplasty is usually performed for medical necessity and is billed to patient's medical insurance. Both procedures can be performed at the same time under one anesthetic  with one recovery period. For many examples, more information describing the differences between septoplasty and rhinoplasty, please see the video and  the link below

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