Septoplasty with Nasal Valve Reconstruction?

June 25, 2012

I have a deviated septum. My ENT recommends a septoplasty operation in conjunction with nasal valve reconstruction (warranted because I have thin nostrils). My ENT says that the nasal valve reconstruction will change the appearance of my nose slightly. The thing is, I like my nose and do not wish to alter its outward appearance, particularly if it would mean a wider nose. In your experience, how drastically does a functional, bilateral nasal valve reconstruction procedure widen the nose? thanks!

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June 30, 2012

Answer: Nasal valve reconstruction does not necessarily change appearance

Thomas T. Le, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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June 30, 2012

Answer: Nasal valve reconstruction does not necessarily change appearance

Thomas T. Le, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
November 26, 2014

Answer: See a surgeon who can show you

November 26, 2014

Answer: See a surgeon who can show you

June 27, 2012

Answer: Deviated Septum and Nasal Valve Collapse

June 27, 2012

Answer: Deviated Septum and Nasal Valve Collapse

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