One side of my nose is depressed as I have a deviated septum should I get Rhinoplasty? (photo)

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As you can see the right side bulges out and and the septum is also deviated

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

A deviated nasal septum that causes nasal obstruction needs to be surgically fixed. If it is not causing any obstruction then the only reason to fix it is to help straighten the nose. Straightening the nasal septum is integral in straightening a crooked nose. Whether you should do it or not is a personal choice. If it bothers you then you should. RegardsDr. JDisclaimer:
This answer is not intended to give a medical opinion and does not substitute
for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’
education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for
further evaluation of your individual case.l

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

A septorhinoplasty seems like a reasonable choice, but there are many ways to address the asymmetry.Find a board certified plastic surgeon who has performed hundreds of rhinoplasties.  Look for great reviews and great before 
and after pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

William Portuese, MD · Answer

A septoplasty is performed for medical necessity when there is blocking of airflow in the back of the nose by a deviation of the bone or cartilage. This will not change the shape of the nose. A rhinoplasty is performed for cosmetic purposes to straighten the nose, and change the shape. Osteotomies of the nasal bones will be required to  straighten the nasal bones. A cartilaginous spreader graft may also be required to be placed underneath concave upper lateral cartilage. Both a septoplasty and a rhinoplasty can be performed at the same time if the patient so desires under one anesthetic. For many examples, please see the link below to our rhinoplasty  photo gallery

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

YES! A septalo-rhinoplasty could be indicated after an IN PERSON examination. Seek these appointments...

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It is difficult to tell from the photo that you posted who bad the deviation is. It is best to be seen in person.

Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear Shamsher, You will need a consultation and examination to determine a proper surgical plan. It is difficult to provide much information with just the one photograph. If you just want your deviated septum addressed then this would be a septoplasty. If you have other concerns aesthetically then you would have the combination procedure of septoplasty and rhinoplasty simply called a septorhinoplasty. This procedure will address both the function and aesthetics. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

Richard W. Fleming, MD (retired) · Answer

It is difficult to answer your question with just one picture and without the opportunity to examine you but it does appear that you will need at least a septoplasty and a limited rhinoplasty to straighten your nose. With this approach you will improve both form and function.

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