Septoplasty Methods and Causes

Hello, we are Ojigo N+ Clinic, where we have focused solely on nasal surgery for 15 years.

The topic introduced this time is prepared around the methods and causes of septoplasty.

When considering rhinoplasty, people usually first approach it from an aesthetic standpoint because they are dissatisfied with the shape of their nose. However, while the aesthetic aspect of the nose is important, it is also a vital organ responsible for breathing and smell. If surgery is performed without checking its functional aspects, it can lead to a second operation. Therefore, when considering rhinoplasty, it is important to also look into the functional aspects.

The condition most commonly associated with rhinoplasty is a deviated septum.

What causes a deviated septum? It is a cartilage-like partition that divides our nostrils in half, and when the septum bends, it causes nasal obstruction that interferes with breathing.

Although it can occur due to genetic factors, it most often develops from trauma. A deviated septum causes persistent nasal congestion or runny nose regardless of the season. As a result, people who are stressed by chronic nasal congestion are becoming increasingly interested in septoplasty.

When nasal congestion caused by a deviated septum is mild, surgery may not be necessary. However, as symptoms become more severe, the brain may not receive enough oxygen, which can lead to headaches, migraines, reduced concentration, and loss of motivation, causing inconvenience in daily life. In addition, because the nose is blocked, mouth breathing can cause dry mouth, and complications such as sore throat or pharyngitis may occur. Therefore, septoplasty is suitable for people experiencing the symptoms above due to nasal congestion.

When performing septoplasty, each person has a different cartilage condition, degree of septal deviation, and location of the bend, so a systematic examination is necessary to check the internal structure.

At N+ Clinic, septoplasty is performed through an accurate analysis of the cause. The procedure is carried out based on precise examination results obtained through 3D-CT imaging and internal endoscopy, and Director Yoon Hyun-cheol personally oversees every step, from one-on-one consultation and surgical planning to the procedure and follow-up care.

The causes of nasal obstruction may also include nasal valve stenosis, inferior turbinate hypertrophy, or complex symptoms in addition to a deviated septum.

Through the systematic examinations above, the cause of nasal obstruction must be identified accurately and the appropriate surgery performed accordingly,

which can help prevent recurrence of the symptoms and produce more satisfactory surgical results.

In addition, functional nasal surgery such as septoplasty is often performed at the same time as cosmetic rhinoplasty.

During septoplasty, part of the deviated septal cartilage is removed. At this time, the septal cartilage obtained through minimal resection can be used as material in rhinoplasty

to shape the tip of the nose. Therefore, even people who decided to undergo surgery because their nasal obstruction from a deviated septum became severe can

address the cosmetic concerns they had on the outside together with septoplasty.

What is the septoplasty method? In septoplasty, after accurately determining the degree of septal deviation and whether inferior turbinate hypertrophy is present, an incision is made inside the nose and the deviated septal cartilage is minimally removed and corrected. (If inferior turbinate hypertrophy is also present, turbinate correction is performed at the same time using specialized equipment.)

Septoplasty is a highly complex procedure that corrects a deviated septum, so it is important to receive surgery from an experienced specialist who understands the structure of the nose well. To reduce the possibility of side effects, it is important to minimize septal cartilage removal and lower the risk of recurrence through extensive clinical experience and analysis of accumulated data. At N+ Clinic, not only is the deviated septum corrected to resolve nasal obstruction, but the removed septal cartilage can also be used as a material for rhinoplasty to create a beautiful nasal line. N+ Clinic’s septoplasty pursues both nasal health and beauty at the same time.

Postoperative care after septoplasty is also very important. At N+ Clinic, not only do they provide a one-year warranty through a free after-sales service system, but they also operate a surgery responsibility guarantee system in preparation for any postoperative pain, inflammation, dissatisfaction with the appearance, or any other situation that may arise. All customers who have an N+ Clinic membership card can receive aftercare benefits at any time.

(The image above shows actual before-and-after septoplasty results from N+ Clinic.)

That concludes the information we prepared about the methods and causes of septoplasty. We hope this post is very helpful for those who have been looking into septoplasty because of chronic nasal congestion. Thank you.