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Not necessarily. In many cases if the bridge of the nose is really twisted or deviated then the septum usually is but not always. Seek a consultation with a rhinoplasty expert. It is very easy to look inside your nose and determine if you do in fact have a deviated septum. Best.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon
The answer is probably yes, but not necessarily so. Deviated septum can only really be diagnosed in person by a qualified MD looking inside the nose.
A rhinoplasty procedure is performed to straighten a curved and crooked nose. This involves osteotomies placed in the nasal bones, a spreader graft placed under the curved upper lateral cartilage in the mid vault area, and a tip rhinoplasty when the tip is crooked. The diagnosis of a deviated septum can only be made after an examination of the internal portion of the nose. A septoplasty is performed to improve air flow through the nose and repair a deviated septum. A septoplasty will not change the shape of the nose. For more information describing the differences between a rhinoplasty and septoplasty, please see link and video below
A deviated nasal septum is often present with a curved nose. If you have obstructive symptoms, this may be the case. A direct examination of the septum is the only way to diagnose the deviation.
This could be true but the best way to find out is an in person examination. Usually the surgeon can look inside of your nose and tell if you have a deviated septum. Please see a board certified plastic surgeon for evaluation and to discuss options for your surgery if needed.
As you don't really know what technique your surgeon used for your rhinoplasty, it always good to ask him as it may very subjective. Generally speaking, avoid any solid food the first day. From next day avoid hot drinks or food and food that stress too much your lips/mouth. If you...
Dear Reader,The acne can possibly due to irritation from adhesives used in the dressings after your surgery. It is usually self limiting and may require some topical washes and treatments. Consult your surgeon. Good luck and safe.John T. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICSDouble Board...
You need to wait at least 6 months to allow for firmness and pain to resolve. What you are feeling is likely the sensory nerves sprouting back. Just be patient.