Can a septum piercing affect a septoplasty or rhinoplasty later on? (Photo)

All nasal piercings have to be removed prior to the surgery as well as after- until the nose is fully healed to avoid any complications .......

It is best to remove the nasal ring prior to surgery.  It has the potential to cause a problem with surgery.  

Hi,Thank you for sharing your pictures.On the basal view, there is an obvious retraction of your columella and slight dislocation of your columella on the left side! I wouldn't advise any piercing up until your septal deformity is addressed! ( piercing isn't without complications)Best wishesJ Tahery Otolaryngologist ChesterUK

 In our practice, if there is been a previous septal piercing, we remove the entire piercing hole during a rhinoplasty or septoplasty procedure to avoid any complications in that area with the healing process after the surgery. The nose can be re- pierced after any type of surgery but it's important to wait at least 6 months. For more information about the differences between a septoplasty and rhinoplasty, please see the link and the video below

Piercings through the nose can affect future procedures.  A tract is established/developed with a piercing which means tissue grows through the hole.  This creates some "scar" tissue and can potentially affect your future surgery, especially with a caudal septal deviation as you have.  Septoplasty is a functional surgery and is covered by insurance