Can I take a flight 17 days after my septoplasty?

Most likely, you have suffered some structural damage to your septum, nasal and/o facial bones.  It is also possible you had a (likely temporary) nerve damage that is causing this sensation.  If it is in your upper teeth in the midline, that is more likely and will almost always resolve s...

Dear DawnyBCooks,Thank you for your question. The septum can deviate again, although this is thankfully quite rare. I would advise you to discuss your concerns with an experienced Nasal Surgeon, preferably an experienced Facial Plastic Surgeon with extensive experience in revision nasal surgery....

The septum is an internal nasal structure and, if deviated, can be straightened to improve the nasal airway. Rhinoplasty refers to changing the external appearance of the nose.  I would make sure you are comfortable having a discussion with your surgeon as to the goals and expected outcomes.  A...

Hello,Septal perforation repair is one of the most difficult procedures to perform.  I developed a procedure to repair large septal perforations utilizing a pericranial flap.  The use of this flap can help close larger perforations.  Here are some methods of closure of septal perforation base...

The incision for septoplasty is usually done on the left (at least in my hands) regardless of which way the septum is deviated.  The entire septum can be approached by making an incision on either side.  I do not use splints except in special situations, only about 10-15% of the time.  If you ri...