Does my cat scan show that I am a candidate for a deviated septum rhinoplasty/septoplasty? (Photos)

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Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Determination of the need for septoplasty may not require a CT scan. People with deviated nasal septa usually complain of one-sided nasal obstruction, and diagnosis is made during an office visit. Your CT may show a bony septal spur on your left, but in my opinion, this may not be clinically significant since it is far back in your nose, and not near your nasal valves. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph

Roger Tsai, MD · Answer

Great question!  You CAT scan does show some deviation of your septum but most many patients have deviated septum without problems.  There is no medical necessity to undergo surgery unless you are having breathing problems.  If you do have breathing problems, then fixing the deviated septum could help.  Therefore, seek a consultation with a few board certified plastic surgeons and go with the one you feel most comfortable with.Best of luck and hope this information helps!- Dr. Roger Tsai  @DrRoger TsaiBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

Pejman Aflaki, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. My best advice is that you discuss your concerns and aesthetic goals with a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in performing rhinoplasty. I would ask to see before and after pictures of their real patients. It's important that you trust your surgeon's skills and ability to achieve the results you are looking for. In particular, pay attention to your surgeon's experience with rhinoplasty. Best,
Pejman Aflaki, M.D.
  
Johns Hopkins-trained double board-certified plastic surgeon
 and sharing your CT. You do have a deviated septum.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Yes, it does! However, insurance coverage is only for septal deviation causing breathing obstruction. See several very experienced rhinoplasty surgeons who can show you natural results.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Even though your CAT scan shows some deviation of your septum, surgery is only indicated if there is a problem caused by the deviation, most commonly difficulty breathing. Septal deviation itself does not require surgery if there are no problems associated with it.

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