In july 2021 i make septhoplasty and i got this saddle nose deformity. Is not increassing or decresing since procedure. I think some carthilage is missing. I need an advice. What is best procedure for me? Carthilage from rib or other procedure? Thank you
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Answer: How can this saddle nose be repaired (septoplasty trauma)?
There are many strategies to straighten a crooked nose. Septoplasty alone will probably not be sufficient and you would need full rhinoplasty. Also bear in mind that straightening a crooked nose is never guaranteed. Although surgeons may claim to know how to do it, you will likely have some...
The limited CAT scan photograph demonstrated a deviated nasal septum which is the cause of your nasal obstruction. That is the only part of surgery that is medically necessary. You also have crooked nasal bones, which is considered cosmetic, and must be paid for by the patient. Both cosmetic...
Deviated nasal septum and nostril asymmetry: when the septum is badly deviated it causes multiple associated asymmetries, such as in your case, nostril asymmetry. The rhinoplasty and septoplasty that is performed to correct this generally makes a dramatic improvement in these asymmetries....