Septorhinoplasty Explained: Benefits, Recovery, Cost & More

Medical Benefits:

• Improves breathing and airflow (Mayo Clinic)
• Corrects chronic nasal congestion
• Reduces snoring and sleep apnea
• Prevents recurrent sinus infections

Aesthetic Benefits:

• Enhances facial symmetry
• Improves nose shape and size
• Restores nasal function after injury

• Congenital conditions (present at birth)
• Nasal trauma or injury (National Library of Medicine)
• Abnormal growth during adolescence
• Complications from previous surgery

• Deviated septum – Shifted to one side
• Septal spur – Bony projections causing obstruction
• C-shaped or S-shaped septum – Creates nasal asymmetry
• Thickened septum – Leads to breathing difficulties

• Difficulty breathing through one or both nostrils
• Frequent nasal congestion
• Recurrent sinus infections
• Nosebleeds
• Snoring or sleep disturbances
• Facial pain or headaches

• Functional Septorhinoplasty – Focuses on breathing improvement
• Cosmetic Septorhinoplasty – Enhances nasal aesthetics
• Reconstructive Septorhinoplasty – Corrects nasal trauma or congenital defects
• Revision Septorhinoplasty – Fixes issues from previous surgery

Surgical Techniques for Septorhinoplasty:

• Open Septorhinoplasty
• Closed Septorhinoplasty
• Spreader Graft Technique
• Columellar Strut Graft
• Alar Batten Graft
• Dorsal Hump Reduction
• Tip Refinement Techniques
• Septal Extension Graft
• Swinging Door Technique
• Nasal Valve Repair
• Extracorporeal Septoplasty

• First 48 hours: Swelling and mild discomfort, nasal splints in place
• First week: Bruising subsides, splints removed
• Two weeks: Most swelling reduces, return to light activities
• 1-3 months: Breathing improves, gradual shape refinement
• 6-12 months: Final results visible

• Avoid strenuous activities for 3-4 weeks
• Use cold compress to reduce swelling
• Keep head elevated while sleeping
• Follow medication and saline rinses as prescribed
• Avoid smoking and alcohol to promote healing

• Immediate improvement in breathing after splint removal
• Swelling reduces significantly in 3-6 months
• Final nose shape takes up to 12 months to fully settle

• Swelling and bruising (temporary)
• Nasal dryness or congestion
• Minor bleeding
• Infection (rare, but possible)
• Asymmetry or dissatisfaction requiring revision surgery

The cost of septorhinoplasty varies depending on several factors, including:

Factors Affecting the Cost:

• Surgeon’s expertise and reputation
• Complexity of the procedure (functional vs. cosmetic correction)
• Hospital or clinic facilities
• Type of anesthesia used
• Post-surgery care and follow-ups
• Location of the clinic (American Society of Plastic Surgeons)

For an accurate cost estimate, a personalized consultation is recommended.