For quite some time i've had issues breathing through my nose. I went to see two ENT specialists and both confirmed that I have a deviated septum. I also would like to slight change the look of the tip of my nose. I went to see a plastic surgeon, and he said he recommends strengthening the cartiliage at the sides of the tip of my nose. Not sure if this is called vestibular stenosis or what, but I want to know if this is a better option than a septoplasty to correct my breathing due to deviation.
Answer: Nasal vestibular stenosis repair I recommend you see a rhinoplasty expert who also performs a nasal endoscopy as part of your examination to assess your nasal cavities. Nasal breathing is rather complex and nasal obstruction is typically multifactorial. It is impossible to make a recommendation via this forum as to which surgery is best for you. With that said, a septoplasty is often performed in conjunction with a rhinoplasty; not only to straighten a possibly deviated septum, but also to harvest septal cartilage for grafting purposes to support your nose in deficient areas to allow you to breathe better. In fact, a rhinoplasty for functional purposes to improve nasal breathing can only be performed in conjunction with cartilage grafting (preferably from the nasal septum). A rhinoplasty without cartilage grafting frequently leads to worsening nasal breathing from nasal valve collapse over time. Nasal vestibular stenosis repair is a generic term where cartilage is utilized to support the nasal sidewalls for functional improvement. Best wishes!
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Answer: Nasal vestibular stenosis repair I recommend you see a rhinoplasty expert who also performs a nasal endoscopy as part of your examination to assess your nasal cavities. Nasal breathing is rather complex and nasal obstruction is typically multifactorial. It is impossible to make a recommendation via this forum as to which surgery is best for you. With that said, a septoplasty is often performed in conjunction with a rhinoplasty; not only to straighten a possibly deviated septum, but also to harvest septal cartilage for grafting purposes to support your nose in deficient areas to allow you to breathe better. In fact, a rhinoplasty for functional purposes to improve nasal breathing can only be performed in conjunction with cartilage grafting (preferably from the nasal septum). A rhinoplasty without cartilage grafting frequently leads to worsening nasal breathing from nasal valve collapse over time. Nasal vestibular stenosis repair is a generic term where cartilage is utilized to support the nasal sidewalls for functional improvement. Best wishes!
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Answer: Rhinoplasty for nasal obstruction Rhinoplasty is commonly preformed to improve breathing and relieve nasal obstruction. Nasal obstruction can be caused by multiple caused including:Deviated SeptumNarrowed nasal valveNarrowed opening on the noseWeak and malpositioned cartilage of the noseFor these reasons, the examination of the nose is critical to identify the cause of nasal obstruction and the correct surgical plan. It is impossible to answer your without an examination.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty for nasal obstruction Rhinoplasty is commonly preformed to improve breathing and relieve nasal obstruction. Nasal obstruction can be caused by multiple caused including:Deviated SeptumNarrowed nasal valveNarrowed opening on the noseWeak and malpositioned cartilage of the noseFor these reasons, the examination of the nose is critical to identify the cause of nasal obstruction and the correct surgical plan. It is impossible to answer your without an examination.
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February 5, 2017
Answer: Terms in rhinoplasty vestibular stenosis is a condition.functional rhinoplasty is any operation that treats breathing, not just shape of the breast.septoplasty is the specific operation that treats a crooked septum.Be sure to discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon exactly what your goals are, and how reliably they can be expected to be achieved.
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February 5, 2017
Answer: Terms in rhinoplasty vestibular stenosis is a condition.functional rhinoplasty is any operation that treats breathing, not just shape of the breast.septoplasty is the specific operation that treats a crooked septum.Be sure to discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon exactly what your goals are, and how reliably they can be expected to be achieved.
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February 3, 2017
Answer: Nose surgery Hello, it may be helpful to think of the nose as two separate but related parts. There is the breathing/function portion and the outward/external portion. The external portions (ie the appearance of your nose) can be changed without necessarily changing the breathing portion, and vice versa. Additionally both the appearance of the nose and the function of the nose can be altered at the same time in the same procedure. If both issues are being addressed, it often requires some surgery on the septum (aka septoplasty) and then alterations to the outward appearance of the nose which can include reshaping the tip cartilages. I would recommend asking the surgeon specifically what portions of the nose he/she will be addressing and what the intended goals are with each respective portion. Hope that helps and good luck.
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February 3, 2017
Answer: Nose surgery Hello, it may be helpful to think of the nose as two separate but related parts. There is the breathing/function portion and the outward/external portion. The external portions (ie the appearance of your nose) can be changed without necessarily changing the breathing portion, and vice versa. Additionally both the appearance of the nose and the function of the nose can be altered at the same time in the same procedure. If both issues are being addressed, it often requires some surgery on the septum (aka septoplasty) and then alterations to the outward appearance of the nose which can include reshaping the tip cartilages. I would recommend asking the surgeon specifically what portions of the nose he/she will be addressing and what the intended goals are with each respective portion. Hope that helps and good luck.
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February 6, 2017
Answer: Vestibular stenosis Great Question! A septoplasty can be done by an ENT or a plastic surgeon. They take the crooked cartilage out, which often helps open the nose and helps the patient breathe better. For some people this is all they need. A septoplasty is a surgery for breathing and does not affect how the nose looks at all.
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February 6, 2017
Answer: Vestibular stenosis Great Question! A septoplasty can be done by an ENT or a plastic surgeon. They take the crooked cartilage out, which often helps open the nose and helps the patient breathe better. For some people this is all they need. A septoplasty is a surgery for breathing and does not affect how the nose looks at all.
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