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Septoplasty in
Los Angeles

In many cases, crooked noses result from trauma. Previous studies indicate that the bone and cartilage deviation after trauma is due to the excessive growth. When the cartilages and bones grow excessively more than the nasal soft tissue can support, the bones and cartilages will eventually deviate to create asymmetric appearance.

In addition, the deviated nose could result in difficulty breathing, infections, etc. A septoplasty in Los Angeles could help address these concerns. Reach out to learn more about your options for rhinoplasty.

Before and After Photos

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Procedure

Surgical plans may vary depending on different conditions and surgery goals. However, the surgery will often involve removing a portion of deviated septal cartilage and straightening the nasal bone. If the septal deviation is not present and the bone deviation is not significant, the protruding portion of the bone can be shaved. Silicone implants may be inserted to raise the dorsum of the nose.

The duration of the surgery is different for each patient.

The surgery is performed under oral sedatives and local anesthesia, and the pain during surgery is minimal. Each patient will have different degree of swelling right after the surgery, but the swelling is most severe on first two days of the surgery. We recommend that a patient sleep with their head at a higher position using extra pillows in order to reduce swelling more quickly.

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