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Will my nose piercing close after deviated septum surgery?

Giving427643Oct 25, 2020
It’s a nostril piercing

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Dear mix7709, if your deviated septum is causing issues, then there is a chance that insurance will cover the cost of surgery. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and...

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For the breathing issue you might want to see an ENT surgeon. You probably would benefit from inferior turbinate reduction.

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I would not recommend having a septoplasty while having a cold. You may want to discuss this issue with your particular surgeon though.

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