Deviated Septum Surgery Information and Recovery Time
Deviated septum is a common nasal problem with a deviation or shift of the nasal septum (comprises of 2 bones and a cartilage separating the right nostril from the left nostril). In deviated septum, the nasal septum looks crooked and is not completely located centrally. Deviated septum may be a congenital disorder and is present at birth, or it may be acquired later in life. Sometimes, new born babies can get deviated septum due to...
Side Effects of Deviated Septum Surgery
Deviated septum is the medical term referring to a shift of the nasal septum from the center position (cartilage the separates the right and left nostril). There are times that a deviated septum does not cause symptoms that can affect a person’s daily life, however, there are also times that a deviated septum needs to be treated, since it can cause problems to the daily life, such as sleep apnea and difficulty in breathing through the...
Broken Nose Can Cause Deviated Septum
Broken nose or nasal fracture can cause deviated septum when left untreated. According to Mayo Clinic website, the term nasal fracture is referred to a crack or break in any of the bones in the nose, as a result of a trauma or accident. Symptoms of a nasal fracture include nose tenderness, crooked nose, epistaxis or nosebleeds, and runny nose. Aside from those mentioned symptoms of a broken nose, it can also lead to nasal swelling,...
Temporary & Permanent Treatment for a Deviated Septum – Which is Better?
Deviated septum treatment is available in two forms; the first is a temporary solution to the many problems associated with a deviated septum, the second in a more permanent cure which involves going under the knife. While it would be better to go for the permanent treatment i.e. surgery, the choice is entirely up to you. Temporary Treatment for a Deviated Septum As the name suggests, these cures are temporary and usually help in...
Deviated Septum Surgery Cost
Surgery in general, no matter the type is costly. A deviated septum surgery is no different, depending on a number of factors, the cost of your surgery will range from 1500-3000$ (this is only the base charge!). Factors Affecting the Cost of Deviated Septum Surgery The many factors which affect the cost of septoplasty (deviated septum surgery) are: Severity: Based on how severely your septum is deviated, the cost of the surgery will...
Surgery for a Deviated Septum in Babies
Surgery for a deviated septum in babies is not a viable treatment option due to a number of reasons. The major problem is the small size of the septum of the child. As a result deviated septum surgery is used if and only if the deviation is very severe, causing a lot of pain and discomfort to the child, all other temporary treatment options have been tried. Deviated Septum Surgery for Babies Septoplasty is the surgery used to treat a...
Deviated Septum Treatment in Babies
The nasal septum’s sole function is to separate the nostrils equally to allow for easy and smooth flow of air. But the nasal septum is very delicate and can be easily deviated due to a number of reasons. Such a deviated septum can occur in different levels of severity due to different reasons in babies. But unlike adults where treatment of the deviated septum is very easy, in babies (especially new born babies) treatment options are...
PDS Flexible Plates & Deviated Septum Surgery
Dr. Minas Constantinides a surgeon at the NYU medical centre has made deviated septum surgery (septoplasty & septorhinoplasty and rhinoplasty) easier by using flexible plates made out of PDS to provide structural support to the septum while it heals. This has made the entire procedure simpler and easier. What are PDS Flexible Plates? PDS is the biodegradable material from which sutures are usually made after any surgery. The same...
Anaesthesia Risks in Septoplasty
Anaesthesia risks in septoplasty while uncommon are present.In this article I will try to give you knowledge on the various risks of anaesthesia. Septoplasty is a surgery done in order to remove any deviation of the nasal septum. Since septoplasty is a major open surgery, it comes with its own set of risks. But not many people known that the anaesthesia used in surgery can also cause problems. Before understanding the risks of...
Tips for Selecting a Plastic Surgeon to Perform your Deviated Septum Surgery
I will be providing a few simple tips to select the best surgeon to perform deviated septum surgery on you. The first step is to select the type of deviated septum surgery. Types of Deviated Septum Surgery Deviated Septum Surgery is of two types: Reparative: In this type of surgery i.e. septoplasty. The surgeon will simple correct the deviated part of your septum by cutting it off. This will allow you to breathe freely and smoothly....
Effect of a Deviated Septum on the Eyes
Wondering about the effect of a deviated septum on the eyes? Read on to understand the effects caused by a deviated septum. The nasal septum is the bony material which will separate your nose into two equal halves, this will allow for smooth breathing. If this septum is deviated severely in one direction or both, the condition is known as a deviated septum. A deviated septum can be caused due to the following: Trauma to the face Birth...
Rhinoplasty – Costs & Risks
This article will inform you about the cost of rhinoplasty and the risks involved in the surgery. Rhinoplasty is a surgery wherein your nose will be sculpted to make it more aesthetically pleasing. If you suffer from a deviated septum due to trauma to your nose, chances are that your nose shape will also be a bit disfigured or even without trauma if you are not pleased with the shape of your nose and you want to change it then you...
All you need to know about Rhinoplasty
What is Rhinoplasty? Rhinoplasty literally means to shape the nose (rhino meaning nose and plassein meaning to shape), it is a cosmetic surgery which is done to change the shape and structure of your nose to make it more aesthetic. After the surgery is completed, your nose will resemble a predetermined shape i.e. functional, proportional and aesthetic. Why undergo a Rhinoplasty? You may be forced to undergo this surgery or you may...
