My profile picture is various angles of my nose. I am considering getting the surgery because of my frequent sinus infections and difficulty breathing, but I was wondering if it will straighten my nose as well when I have the surgery? My nose is definitely misshapen, so will the surgery correct that? Please use my nose pictures as reference.
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December 19, 2012
Answer: Septoplasty will not change appearance of nose
The first step in determining why you're having trouble breathing through your nose is to have a specialist (otolaryngologist or facial plastic surgeon) exam you. This is an invaluble step in finding out what could be causing your symptoms and what treatments may help.
Unfortunately, the MRI...
There is no such thing as cosmetic septoplasty. A septoplasty is performed for breathing issues and is billed to a patients medical insurance out of medical necessity. The breathing difficulty must be documented on the physical examination which is submitted to the insurance company for...
It can take many months for all of the swelling to resolve inside the nose after a septoplasty and turbinate reduction. Any ongoing allergic rhinitis or sinusitis symptoms may contribute, and sometimes nasal steroid sprays can be helpful. If there is persistent crusting or dryness after surgery,...