Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a nose job, is a plastic surgery procedure for correcting and reconstructing the nose. There are two types of plastic surgery used – reconstructive surgery that restores the form and functions of the nose and cosmetic surgery that improves the appearance of the nose.

What is a nose job?

A nose job is an operation that changes the shape and form of the external portion of the nose. It could be consider cosmetic surgery and if not related to the function of breathing.

What is a deviated nasal septum?

A straight septum is the cartilaginous and bony partition between the left and right sides of the breathing passageways inside the nose. A deviation of the nasal septum can cause obstruction of the nasal passages, usually involving one side but occasionally can involve both sides of the nose.

What is septoplasty surgery?

A septoplasty is used to straighten out the deviated nasal septum for improvement of airflow through the nose. A septoplasty can be done at the same time as a nasal contouring; however, it is not done for cosmetic purposes. A septoplasty configures a straighter breathing passageway out of the inside of the nose.