Hello and thanks for your question.The cost of septoplasty varies and sometimes the insurance can cover portion or all of the cost associated with this procedure. However, that is not always the case.Septoplasty is a procedure which can improve the structure and architecture of the dividing tissue between the two sides of the nose. Deviation or deflection or tilt of septum can lead to breathing difficulty. The surgery requires few days for recovery, and can cause some discomfort. However, it responds nicely to pain medication. We use a soft splint which speeds up recovery. Sleep with head of bed elevated and follow all your surgeon's instructions.Most pateints are very pleased with the improvement in the breathing.Please note that a number of factors can lead to breathing difficulty through the nose.Given that the nose and nasal breathing passages are three dimensional structures, a complete examination is needed to determine the diagnosis and the exact reason for breathing difficulty. In our office we used a headlight and other instrument to come up with the exact cause for this issue. The following are the 3 main reason for mouth breathing and difficulty breathing through the nose:1. Septal deviation2. Turbinate enlargement3. Nasal Valve collapse4. Major allergic rhinitis5. Any combination of the above.For patients who are searching for answer regarding above or septoplasty, I would highly recommend visiting a few plastic surgeons who specialize in this exacting and artistic procedure. In our office we provide patients with a personalized, individualized and complementary consultation to address these similar issues.For more information and many before and after examples please see the link below.Best wishes and good luck.Dr. Sajjadian
The cost of a septoplasty surgery is dependenton the surgeon who performs your procedure as well as your geographic location.Generally speaking, surgeons who are more experienced and who are well-known inthe field tend to charge more for their services, while surgery performed in aurban setting tends to be more expensive than that performed in a suburbansetting. You may also want to look into whether or not your insurance willcover some or all of the cost of your septoplasty. Depending on your coverage,your surgeon, and whether or not the surgery is medically-necessary, payingthrough insurance may help in lowering the cost of the procedure.
