Septoplasty is often confused with rhinoplasty: the first is performed for medical reasons and corrects the curvature of the septum, and the second is aimed at eliminating cosmetic defects of the nose.
Indications
There are certain medical indications for septoplasty:
- disorders of nasal breathing;
- olfactory disorders;
- frequent nosebleeds;
- persistent rhinitis and sinusitis;
- snoring, sleep apnea and other sleep disorders.
The curvature of the septum is not always the cause of these conditions. To diagnose and select the optimal methods of treatment you need to contact an ENT specialist.
Benefits of Septoplasty
With a defect in the septum, conservative methods do little to help. Vasoconstrictor agents give a temporary effect but ultimately they become addictive. Remove the curvature is possible only with the help of face plastics. It also eliminates the possible complications of the disease: sudden nasal bleeding, chronic inflammation, and sleep disorders.
The procedure itself is performed under anesthesia – you won’t feel anything. Septoplasty does not affect the appearance of the nose. According to patient’s reviews, nasal breathing is restored in 3-4 weeks.
There is a number of contraindications to plastic surgery:
- acute inflammation of the nose and paranasal sinuses;
- active bleeding;
- severe concomitant pathology;
- bleeding disorders;
- period of pregnancy and lactation.
Contraindications are revealed by the attending physician together with specialists in related fields – the therapist, dentist, infectious diseases specialist and others.
The process and duration of the operation
The operation is performed under combined anesthesia: the anesthetic is injected locally and intravenously. The defects corrected using microsurgical techniques in several stages:
- Nose mucosa is opened up.
- The defect is removed (if it is a spike or ridge) or the partition is partially destroyed (with an S-shaped curvature).
- Mucous is sutured.
- Silicone splints are inserted into the nasal passage, which maintains the correct shape of the nasal septum.
The operation can be performed as a traditional surgical method or using laser technology. Traditional septoplasty lasts 35-40 minutes.
Results after septoplasty
As a result of the procedure, it is possible to achieve free nasal breathing and prevent the development of complications of the disease. The effect of septoplasty is resistant and lasts for a lifetime.
Rehabilitation period and aftercare
The procedure does not require a stay in the hospital. The same day after the intervention, you should visit the doctor for a dressing. Splints removed after 6-7 days. At home you need to follow these guidelines:
- rinse the nose with saline;
- avoid physical exertion and sharp head tilts;
- avoid the sauna, bath, as well as hot baths (a sharp temperature drop can cause bleeding);
- exclude wearing glasses.
It is necessary to carry out these recommendations for 3-4 weeks – this is the price for free nasal breathing. Come to the clinic of plastic surgery and cosmetology Platinum Laser in Kyiv – our experts will eliminate any deviations of the nasal septum!
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