Hi there. Since an accident involving a football that occurred some 18 months ago I have been left with a deviated septum (at least this is what 1 consultant has told me) - and difficulty breathing through my right nostril. I have been recommended a septoplasty but am not sure this is enough as the deviation seems to be in the bridge itself, with the bone fractured. Will a septoplasty include work internally to the bridge and improve my breathing on this basis? Thanks
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March 17, 2015
Answer: Does a septoplasty include manipulation of bones/cartilage in the bridge of the nose?
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