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Septal perforation repair - so far so good, best surgeon for the job
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Septal Perforation Repair
DJDJDJ888June 3, 2022
WORTH IT
Condition/Surgery: Septal Perforation
Perforation size: Approx 10mm x 13mm
I am more than greatful for Dr. Mehta’ s skill, knowledge, and ability to perform this type of surgery. I don’t normally leave these long detailed reviews, however he deserves this acknowledgement. If you are reading this review, you might be considering this operation for yourself. I spent considerable time researching the best surgeons in the U.S. and the procedure with the highest % positive outcomes. After nearly 18 months of consultations here and there and understanding the different surgical procedures performed to repair a septal perforation, I know I made the right choice with Dr Mehta and the use of a PDS plate for repair.
Dr Mehta’s was always able to get back to me, I never felt rushed with him, and he took the time to explain everything from start to finish which I appreciated. I actually found him on another review site, where the patient explained his condition and the process; after reading that detailed review is what convinced me to reach out to Dr Mehta. For me one of the key drivers was to use a surgeon who was experienced in Rhinoplasty and the use of the PDS plate which acts as scaffolding for the repair. It just makes sense that the perforation would repair more quickly and with better results when there is something there for the fascia to bind to.
The entire process was smooth and relatively painless. The hardest part for me was all the logistics of hotels, rental cars, and travel as I was from out of state. Today I had my splints inside my nose removed and upon removal Dr Mehta believes my surgery will be 100% repaired. I plan to have a video call with him in about a month to monitor progress. Both sides were pink which was positive. I can’t say for sure, but possibly one way I may have contributed to the positive outcome is using the saline rinse every hour versus the several times a day which was recommended. Constantly keeping the perforation repair moist and not giving it a chance to dry out. During the week after perforation repair I was not able to taste or smell, which was a bit concerning, however upon removal of the splints, everything was back to normal. Oh and there are a few staples on the side of my head that needed to be removed (fascia harvest site). Just minor pain during removal, nothing out of the ordinary.
Overall if you are considering septal perforation repair I would highly recommend having Dr Mehta in your list of potential candidate to perform the operation. I felt very comfortable with him, and believed he was the best surgeon to take this on. On the day of surgery, the nurses at the surgery center also commented that he was a perfectionist and reassured me I would be happy with the results. So far so good, he was the best surgeon for the job. I can’t thank Dr Mehta enough for repairing my septal perforation. I feel like a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders and I can now put this behind me.
Perforation size: Approx 10mm x 13mm
I am more than greatful for Dr. Mehta’ s skill, knowledge, and ability to perform this type of surgery. I don’t normally leave these long detailed reviews, however he deserves this acknowledgement. If you are reading this review, you might be considering this operation for yourself. I spent considerable time researching the best surgeons in the U.S. and the procedure with the highest % positive outcomes. After nearly 18 months of consultations here and there and understanding the different surgical procedures performed to repair a septal perforation, I know I made the right choice with Dr Mehta and the use of a PDS plate for repair.
Dr Mehta’s was always able to get back to me, I never felt rushed with him, and he took the time to explain everything from start to finish which I appreciated. I actually found him on another review site, where the patient explained his condition and the process; after reading that detailed review is what convinced me to reach out to Dr Mehta. For me one of the key drivers was to use a surgeon who was experienced in Rhinoplasty and the use of the PDS plate which acts as scaffolding for the repair. It just makes sense that the perforation would repair more quickly and with better results when there is something there for the fascia to bind to.
The entire process was smooth and relatively painless. The hardest part for me was all the logistics of hotels, rental cars, and travel as I was from out of state. Today I had my splints inside my nose removed and upon removal Dr Mehta believes my surgery will be 100% repaired. I plan to have a video call with him in about a month to monitor progress. Both sides were pink which was positive. I can’t say for sure, but possibly one way I may have contributed to the positive outcome is using the saline rinse every hour versus the several times a day which was recommended. Constantly keeping the perforation repair moist and not giving it a chance to dry out. During the week after perforation repair I was not able to taste or smell, which was a bit concerning, however upon removal of the splints, everything was back to normal. Oh and there are a few staples on the side of my head that needed to be removed (fascia harvest site). Just minor pain during removal, nothing out of the ordinary.
Overall if you are considering septal perforation repair I would highly recommend having Dr Mehta in your list of potential candidate to perform the operation. I felt very comfortable with him, and believed he was the best surgeon to take this on. On the day of surgery, the nurses at the surgery center also commented that he was a perfectionist and reassured me I would be happy with the results. So far so good, he was the best surgeon for the job. I can’t thank Dr Mehta enough for repairing my septal perforation. I feel like a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders and I can now put this behind me.
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