I have deviated septum and an upturned nose. What surgery would I need? And will my nose tip be affected?

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I have a deviated septum which is causing me breathing problems not only is it hard to breathe but it causes sinuses as well also my nose is an upturned nose. What I would like to know is the surgery needed and also would my nose after surgery be more upturned.

Paul S. Nassif, MD · Answer

To repair a deviated septum and an upturned nose, you would need the following:1) Septoplasty - addresses the functional portion of the surgery2) Rhinoplasty - addresses the cosmetic portion of the surgeryPerforming both procedures together is referred to as a septorhinoplasty. If the procedure is performed properly and your needs are considered by your surgeon, the tip of the nose should appear lower after surgery. I would recommend a consult with a board certified rhinoplasty specialist. He/she will provide you with advice after evaluating your nose in person. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear Realselfat,A septoplasty will address your functional aspects of your nose while a rhinoplasty will address the cosmetic portion of your surgery. Combining the two together is simply called a septorhinoplasty which sounds like you may be a candidate for. An in office direct examination and consultation will be able to provide the answers you need. In consultation many surgeons use a digital imaging computer which is helpful in allowing you to see your proposed result prior to surgery. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

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