Would an ENT be able to perform a complicated septoplasty due to previous accidents / procedures?

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Hi there - I had a septorhinoplasty many years ago (2013). I believe the doc removed some of the septum. I recently sustained a direct hit on the nose and as a result now have a deviated septum which is obstructing breathing in the right nostril. ENT doc here recommended a septoplasty. However, given this may be complex due to previous surgery, am I best to go to a plastic surgeon - or would an ENT surgeon typically be skilled enough to handle this? Regards,

Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD · Answer

Typically, anything involving the septum is going to better treated by a facial plastic surgeon or ENT doctor rather than a plastic surgeon.

Anish Abrol, MD · Answer

As you have had previous surgery due to trauma, I would recommend that you see a surgeon who is experienced in facial plastic surgery and nasal airway surgery. These can be either ENT or plastic surgeons who have done additional training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Your specific situation may be difficult due to previous surgery/trauma and the possible need to support your septum with grafts.

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