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Unfortunately, fixing your deviated septum, while it will improve breathing, will have no affect on the appearance of your nose. To reshape the nose and remove the hump, consider rhinoplasty which can be done at the same time.
No, the bump on the nose will not be removed with a septoplasty. A septoplasty is performed in the back of the nose and will not changes shape of it. A Septoplasty is performed for medical necessity. A rhinoplasty accomplishes shaving down the dorsal hump. Both a rhinoplasty and a septoplasty can be performed at the same time, however expect to pay for the cosmetic rhinoplasty component yourself. For more information about the differences between the 2 procedures, please see the link and the video below
Dear pulpfic, A combined procedure of septorhinoplasty will address both the function and the aesthetics of the nose. When you seek consultation the surgeon will discuss with you the possibilities of correction taking into consideration your desires as well as your nasal anatomy and skin thickness. Imaging can be performed to show you the proposed changes and then you can review the surgeons before and after photographs to ensure natural looking rhinoplasty results. See examples of septorhinoplasty procedures in the link below and video above. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
Hello - thanks for your question. I do not see a problem with moderate coffee consumption 6 days following your nasal surgery. Just beware not to drink any beverages which are too hot, and be careful not to "reflux" the beverage up into your nose. This could potentially...
Click on the "Web reference" link, just below my response, or go here: FacialSurgery.com/RealSelf/RealSelf_WildBlueYonder.html I made a computer morph of your nose, and an animation of the morph, to show the changes that I would anticipate for your nose in truly expert hands, if you wanted that ...
Habits can be hard to break. I would suggest making a conscious effort to stop, otherwise you may undo the good work your doctor has done for you. If you cannot do it on your own, call your doctor and discuss this habit with them, a brief course of an antianxiety medication may be helpful.