Does septoplasty require an open or closed approach?

A septoplasty can be considered in both functional and cosmetic cases. Any changes in external appearance for cosmetic improvement will not be be covered by insurance.  The breathing aspects are sometimes covered by insurance. There can be many causes for breathing difficulties, and a...

Any changes in external appearance for cosmetic improvement will not be be covered by insurance. The breathing aspects are sometimes covered by insurance. There can be many causes for breathing difficulties, and a deviated septum may be one.Kenneth Hughes, MDBeverly Hills, CA

Some maneuvers performed to correct septal deviation and improve nasal airflow alter the appearance of the nasal dorsum.  This being said, a dorsal hump correction is typically a cosmetic procedure.  Reconstructive surgery should parallel aesthetic surgery - and a better looking,...

Thank you for sharing your question. In generally, most patients undergoing turbinate surgery will experience dryness and crusting and, under normal circumstances, this discomfort lasts a few months. At two and half years after surgery, I'd recommend you get a second opinion. As suggested by one...

Hello, Septal perforation repair is one of the most difficult procedures to perform.  I developed a procedure to repair large septal perforations utilizing a pericranial flap.  The use of this flap can help close larger perforations.  Here are some methods of closure of septal perforation base...

 There are many issues on the inside of the nose that can create breathing difficulties such as a deviated nasal septum, turbinate hypertrophy, valve collapse, vestibular stenosis, allergies, and chronic sinusitis. Each one of these issues are treated differently with either medications and...