Septoplasty, or alternatively submucous septal resection and septal reconstruction, is a corrective surgical procedure done to straighten the nasal septum, the partition between the two nasal cavities. Ideally, the septum should run down the center of the nose. When it deviates into one of the cavities, it narrows that cavity and impedes airflow. Often the inferior turbinate on the opposite side enlarges, which is termed compensatory hypertrophy. Deviations of the septum can lead to nasal obstruction. Most surgeries are completed in 60 minutes or less, while the recovery time could be up to several weeks. Septoplasty is sometimes done with rhinoplasty for cosmetic correction of the deformities of the external nasal framework.
Septoplasty Procedure Description
Before surgery, the doctor may use a thin, lighted instrument endoscope to look at the nasal passages and to see the shape of the septum. In some cases, the endoscope may be used during surgery. The patient is given local or general anesthesia for approximately 60-minute operation, which is usually done in an outpatient surgery center.
The procedure usually involves a realignment of a portion of the bone or cartilage in the nasal cavity. The septum and nasal passages are lined with a layer of soft tissue called the nasal mucosa. To repair the septum, the surgeon works through the nostrils, making an incision to separate the mucosa from the underlying cartilage and bone. The doctor trims or straightens the bent cartilage and then replaces the mucosa over the cartilage and bone. After the septum is straightened, it may then be stabilized temporarily with small plastic tubes, splints, or sutures internally.
Difference between Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty
Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty are both cosmetic procedures that correct and enhance the structure and function of the nose.
Septoplasty
- Septoplasty, is a reconstructive procedure designed to improve nasal function from the inside.
- If the patient has any damages in his septum, and want it corrected, Septoplasty is the procedure to get it done.
- Septoplasty has a faster recovery and healing time.
Rhinoplasty
- Rhinoplasty is a cosmetic plastic surgery procedure to change the shape and contour of the patient's nose.
- But,if the patient’s main reason is more of aesthetic, Rhinpolasty is the procedure to go for.
- Whereas Rhinoplasty recovery takes up to several days before one can go out of the house and flaunt ones newly enhanced nose.
Rhinoplasty for men even takes up more time in procedure than women because of the structure of the bones and the nose that must be altered.
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