I recently had an MRI done because I have sinus problems and it revealed a large septal bone spur. Would the removal of the septal spur alter the appearance of my nose? Could the bump be from the septal spur or is it part of my nasal bone? I have a small bump on my nose I would like removed as well as improving sinus function. Thanks
May 25, 2011
Answer: Septal spur is inside the nose
No, the septal spur is a term describing a deflected or crooked section of the septal bone which is inside the nose. This has no effect on the exterior nasal bone hump or bump. Fixing the septum with Septoplasty will therefore not effect the exterior aesthetic size and shape of the nose and is performed to improve nasal breathing by increasing the size of the nasal airway.
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May 25, 2011
Answer: Septal spur is inside the nose
No, the septal spur is a term describing a deflected or crooked section of the septal bone which is inside the nose. This has no effect on the exterior nasal bone hump or bump. Fixing the septum with Septoplasty will therefore not effect the exterior aesthetic size and shape of the nose and is performed to improve nasal breathing by increasing the size of the nasal airway.
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May 17, 2011
Answer: Septal Spur
Hi,
Your septal spur is part of your bony septum. When this is removed, there should be no change to the cosmetic appearance to your nose. You can have your hump removed at same time but this will not affect your breathing in any way.
Best,
Dr.S.
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May 17, 2011
Answer: Septal Spur
Hi,
Your septal spur is part of your bony septum. When this is removed, there should be no change to the cosmetic appearance to your nose. You can have your hump removed at same time but this will not affect your breathing in any way.
Best,
Dr.S.
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