What is a Septoplasty and a Bilteral Tubinectomy?

A septoplasty is a procedure which modifies the nasal septum, the structure or wall which separates your nasal airway.  The septum consists of bone and cartilage, with each possibly having abnormalities which can block your airway.  By correcting these abnormalities, and repositioning the septum in a mid line position, your breathing can be improved.  The turbinates are structures present in both nasal cavities which function to humidify inspired air.  They are very susceptible to environmental allergens and can become inflamed and swollen.  This swelling can be treated medically, but many times the "architecture" of the turbinate needs to be remodeled surgically to further reduce their size.  Septoplasty and turbinectomy are excellent procedures which can significantly help patients with breathing difficulties.  Good Luck, Dr. Corrado

Basically these are procedures which are more function in nature than the cosmetic rhinoplasty.  However, they are often combined with a cosmetic rhinoplasty to help with breathing or other function components of the nose.  

 

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