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Septoplasty

A procedure to correct a deviated nasal septum in order to improve breathing.

Benefits

  • Relief from nasal blockage
  • Improved breathing
  • A recovery plan tailored to the case
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Septoplasty

How It Works

01

Assessment

Nasal breathing and septal alignment are examined, often with endoscopy, to confirm the deviation is the source of the obstruction.

02

Anesthesia

Performed under local or general anesthesia, usually as an outpatient procedure.

03

Correction

Working through an incision inside the nostril, deviated cartilage and bone are trimmed or repositioned — no external scarring is involved.

04

Stabilization

Internal splints or sutures hold the septum in its corrected position while it heals.

Good candidates

  • A deviated septum, from injury or a congenital cause, is causing nasal obstruction
  • Breathing difficulty persists despite medical treatment
  • There's no active nasal infection at the time of surgery

Discuss alternatives if

  • The main concern is the external shape of the nose rather than breathing — this is addressed by rhinoplasty instead
  • Symptoms are primarily driven by allergies or sinus disease rather than structural deviation

Preparing for Your Procedure

Blood thinners are paused as directed by your care team
Any active infection is treated before surgery
Arrange a ride home, as this is typically same-day outpatient surgery

Recovery

Day of surgery

Performed as outpatient surgery with same-day discharge in most cases.

First week

Internal splints remain in place for about a week while initial healing takes place.

1–2 weeks

Most patients return to normal daily activities within this window.

3–6 months

Internal healing completes and the full breathing benefit becomes apparent.

Risks & Important Considerations

Risks include bleeding, infection, and — in a small number of cases — incomplete or recurring symptoms that may need further treatment. A rare risk is a change in the external shape of the nose, which is discussed beforehand.

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Every treatment begins with an open conversation. Goals, realistic options, and a suitable plan are discussed — with complete confidentiality and no pressure.
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