So the inside of my nostril there is a cartilage/bone sticking out, it does not cause pain or breathing problems but is just so noticeable and I really hate it. I have been to ENT and they have decided it could be cut off (would be easiest and best procedure as if they try to put it back in place in May pop out again in the future) I’m just wondering is this A good and possible idea? Will I be in pain after and will I need a few days to recover? Thanks for your help.
August 2, 2018
Answer: Deviated caudal septum The photo appears to show what we call a deviated caudal septum (the caudal end is the front edge of the septum) that is projecting into your right nostril. Fixing that generally requires a nasal septoplasty with resection (removal) of that deviated segment. Since that's also a supporting element of the nasal tip, it needs to be replaced with a cartilage graft, usually fashioned from cartilage further back along the septum. Although some ENT surgeons will do this, it's more commonly done by someone with both ENT *and* facial plastic surgery subspecialization since it borrows on techniques from rhinoplasty surgery.All the best,--DCPPearson Facial Plastic Surgery®
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August 2, 2018
Answer: Deviated caudal septum The photo appears to show what we call a deviated caudal septum (the caudal end is the front edge of the septum) that is projecting into your right nostril. Fixing that generally requires a nasal septoplasty with resection (removal) of that deviated segment. Since that's also a supporting element of the nasal tip, it needs to be replaced with a cartilage graft, usually fashioned from cartilage further back along the septum. Although some ENT surgeons will do this, it's more commonly done by someone with both ENT *and* facial plastic surgery subspecialization since it borrows on techniques from rhinoplasty surgery.All the best,--DCPPearson Facial Plastic Surgery®
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August 2, 2018
Answer: Cartilage inside nostril/tip Most likely this can be removed but I would recommend that it be done by a surgeon with extensive experience in aesthetics, as it could alter the shape and support of the tip, depending on how it is done. Hope that helps and best wishes, Dr. Donath
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August 2, 2018
Answer: Cartilage inside nostril/tip Most likely this can be removed but I would recommend that it be done by a surgeon with extensive experience in aesthetics, as it could alter the shape and support of the tip, depending on how it is done. Hope that helps and best wishes, Dr. Donath
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