Septoplasty

A1 Surgery Center: Septoplasty

Septoplasty is a type of rhinoplasty procedure designed to reconstruct the nasal septum by removing or reshaping deviated parts of the septal cartilage or nasal bones.

The nasal septum is the internal wall within your nose that divides the two nasal passages or nostrils into left and right sides. Septal deviation is a prevalent issue, often resulting from an injury or trauma, although it can also be present from birth. A deviated septum occurs when this wall is displaced or bent, leading to one nasal passage being smaller than the other. This condition can cause breathing difficulties, nasal congestion, sinus infections, and sleep disturbances. In some cases, septal deviation may require surgical intervention, such as septoplasty, to correct the issue and restore normal nasal function.

The septoplasty procedure results in better airflow in patients who suffer from nasal airway obstruction, often related to a deviated septum. Septoplasty is designed to improve function by treating nasal blockage, which differs from an aesthetic rhinoplasty aimed at improving the nose’s appearance. Septoplasty is commonly combined with rhinoplasty to improve both appearance and function in one procedure. This surgery is known as septorhinoplasty.

A1 Surgery Center is home to some of the best rhinoplasty surgeons in Jeddah – KSA, with expertise in both aesthetic and functional rhinoplasty for bent septum correction.

What is Septoplasty?

Septoplasty is a surgical procedure aimed at correcting and reshaping the nasal septum. Also known as septal deviation surgery, septum surgery, or nasal septum correction, it can be performed as a standalone procedure or in conjunction with a full rhinoplasty to reshape the entire nose. Trauma often causes septal deviation, which can occur during birth and become increasingly noticeable as a person grows.

The nasal septum is a wall composed of bone and cartilage that divides the inner nasal cavity into left and right chambers. The nasal septum comprises:

  • A hard bony part: The upper and posterior portion of the nasal septum consists of sturdy bone (ethmoid and vomer bones).
  • A soft cartilage part: The anterior and lower portion of the septum is made of cartilage – a flexible, firm type of tissue (similar in firmness to the tip of your nose). This part extends to the end at the columella, the tissue column between your nasal openings.

In general, septoplasty is a less extensive procedure compared to a full rhinoplasty, resulting in fewer risks, quicker recovery, and less downtime. Septum correction surgery can significantly improve both your appearance and your ability to breathe.

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