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Septoplasty can be performed more than once, but is limited by the amount of cartilage that can be safely removed or repositioned. The septal cartilage cannot be removed altogether as this cartilage is needed for support. The complication rate for septal perforation or other post-operative issues increases in revision cases, particularly after the 3rd or 4th operation. During a consultation, your surgeon can identify any septal deviation that may be causing problems and make recommendations regarding the risks and benefits of any surgical intervention. Sometimes the septum is not the cause of the symptoms, so a detailed history and physical exam is critical.As always, a visit with a well-trained and experienced nasal surgeon is recommended.All the best,
Septoplasty can be done more than once, but after a second procedure, there is most likely very limited cartilage left to revise safely. Make sure you are seeing a Rhinoplasty Specialist that does many rhinoplasty and rhinoplasty revision procedures as there are more risks involved with repeat surgeries. Best wishes.Garrett A. Wirth, MD, MS, FACSWirth Plastic Surgery
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A septoplasty is performed as an outpatient surgical procedure in a formal operating room under general anesthesia. The operating room needs to be certified and licensed, however can be located adjacent to a physician's office. A septoplasty is not an in-office procedure.
The edema after rhinoplasty can give the appearance of a bump at times. It usually resolves with time. If it is not improving over time then you should discuss this with you surgeon.RegardsDr. J
