All You Should Know About Septoplasty/Septorhinoplasty

“A septoplasty is reconstructive nose job surgery done to straighten a deviated septum where septum of the nose is modified, changed, or moved in some way!”

·        Septorhinoplasty/septoplasty is performed to treat long-term sinusitis, nasal blockage, and remove nasal polyps.

·        The nasal septum is the structure that separates the right and left nasal passages and is composed of bone and cartilage.

·        Septoplasty is performed to fix both your nose and your nasal septum.

·        People who want to improve the appearance of their nose may also have septorhinoplasty/septoplasty.

Dr. Karishma Kagodu, MS, MCH, a board-certified plastic surgeon, has outstanding expertise and experience in correcting a deviated septum with reconstructive nose job surgery. The issue of a deviated septum can block one side of your nose and reduce air passage results in difficulty breathing through one or both sides of your nose. Thus, it is inevitable to get treated with the surgical option of a nose job called septorhinoplasty or septoplasty.

Many patients throng to Dr. Karishma Aesthetics for septoplasty from all over the country and happily share their experience with adding the best plastic surgery journey with Dr. Karishma Kagodu.

What should you know about septoplasty/septorhinoplasty are as follows: -

1.     Septoplasty corrects breathing problems: A crooked nose is common. But it can cause a problem when it becomes severe with a deviated septum. Deviated septum blocks one side of your nose and reduces airflow results, causing breathing issues through one or both sides of your nose. A deviated septum may obstruct the airflow to a varying degree that requires surgical attention.

2.     People who want to improve their appearance can go for septoplasty: Septorhinoplasty or septoplasty not only correct the breathing issues but also improve the nasal appearance by correcting the structure of the nose. It is an essential type of rhinoplasty surgery that gives a dual benefit of nose job, and one can achieve a perfect nose structure and address the breathing concerns. The nasal septum is the narrow wall tissue that separates your nostrils. With a deviated septum, the septum wall inside your nose is crooked and blocks airflow. However, surgical intervention is crucial to restoring the aesthetic nasal structure, as well as appearance.

3.     Septoplasty Post-op instructions should be followed with care: Right after your septoplasty surgery, you will enter the healing phase where care and measures are required. Avoid activities that may injure your nose. Do not allow anyone to bump your nose accidentally. Do not blow your nose until you achieve complete healing, as it may affect the results. Strenuous activities should be avoided for at least a month post-procedure. It is required to prevent facial movement for one week, i.e., laughing, grinning, and smiling. Contact lenses are allowed to wear after 2-3 days of your septoplasty surgery.

4.     You may have plaster cast and splint care: you may have a plaster cast or a splint on the outside of your nose after septoplasty surgery. So, it is advisable not to touch or disturb the cast until you are told that it is safe to do so. Keep the cast dry for about one week and support safe healing after your septoplasty surgery.

Conclusion:

It is mandatory to have an introductory consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to know the best option and other information. Septoplasty is a highly customized operation that may vary from patient to patient as every individual is different and has a different set of surgical goals.

If you have any questions about septoplasty/septorhinoplasty surgery, feel free to contact Dr. Karishma Kagodu (a board-certified plastic surgeon), MS, M CH at +91 8042036382, +91 9108969006.