Taking a Thorough Look at Functional Deviated Nose Surgery

Hello. We are Oji O Plastic Surgery & Nplus, thinking only about your nose for 16 years.

The content I’m introducing this time is about deviated nose surgery that was carried out after carefully checking not only the appearance but also the function.

Our nose is located in the center of the face and is the most three-dimensional part, so if the nose becomes deformed, it can be noticed at a glance. When this kind of visible deformity occurs, people often consider rhinoplasty, and for those looking into rhinoplasty, it may be helpful to also check whether internal functional problems are present.

People who usually feel that their nose has become deformed often look into deviated nose surgery in more detail because a crooked nose can make the face appear asymmetrical and affect the overall appearance of the face. Such concerns can also cause daily stress.

For those who need deviated nose surgery, the surgery should be planned according to the cause of the deviation. A deviated nose can be divided into cases that are crooked congenitally and cases that are crooked due to trauma or functional problems. In many cases, a deviated nose can be identified externally, but internal functional problems are also relatively common, so it is important to assess both internal and external issues before proceeding. If deviated nose surgery is performed with only aesthetic concerns in mind, postoperative functional problems may lead to revision surgery.

A 대표 symptom that can improve through surgery in the functional aspect of the nose is nasal congestion caused by rhinitis. Rhinitis is a condition that more than 70% of Korean adults have. Allergic rhinitis accounts for 20%, while structural rhinitis caused by abnormalities in the internal structure accounts for 80%. In the case of allergic rhinitis, which is commonly known, complete cure is difficult because it is influenced by specific substances or weather conditions. Medication or strengthening the immune system can provide temporary symptom improvement, while structural rhinitis can be expected to be cured through surgery. Therefore, those looking into deviated nose surgery may find it helpful to carefully examine these functional aspects as well before proceeding.

The structural rhinitis mentioned above includes deviated septum, inferior turbinate hypertrophy, and nasal valve stenosis. A deviated septum means the septum, which acts as the partition dividing the nostrils in half, is crooked. Inferior turbinate hypertrophy means the inferior turbinate, the flesh-like tissue inside the nose, has enlarged. Nasal valve stenosis means the nasal valve, which serves as the roof of the nose, has narrowed and become stenotic. All three of these causes obstruct airflow into the nose and cause nasal congestion. In the case of a deviated nose, there are many cases accompanied by a deviated septum, and there are also cases caused by multiple combined factors.

At Oji O Plastic Surgery & Nplus, to ensure safe and satisfying deviated nose surgery, each patient’s nasal condition is accurately analyzed through preoperative 3D-CT imaging, internal endoscopy, various allergy tests, and internal nasal function tests. Based on the extracted data, a plan is established and the method and materials are selected before proceeding with deviated nose surgery.

Deviated nose surgery is broadly divided into three methods: cases where the deviation is mild, cases where the deviation is severe, and cases accompanied by functional problems.

For a deviated nose with a mild degree of crookedness, the surgery involves accurately analyzing and correcting the cause and degree of the deviation, then custom-making an implant to match the opposite direction of the crookedness and inserting it so that the nose appears straight.

For a severely deviated nose, the surgery accurately analyzes the cause and degree of the deviation to determine which areas need correction. The inwardly deviated nasal bone is osteotomized and moved outward, while the outwardly deviated nasal bone is osteotomized and moved inward, after which correction is performed.

Lastly, when the nose is crooked and functional problems are also present, the first step is to correct the deviated septal cartilage. Then, treatment is performed for inferior turbinate hypertrophy or nasal valve stenosis. After prioritizing these functional aspects through surgery or procedures, correction is performed using a custom-made implant or osteotomy depending on the degree of nasal deviation.

For the silicone used in deviated nose surgery, rather than using a pre-made commercial silicone as is, it is carefully shaped by hand after considering the individual’s overall image, as well as the width, length, breadth, and height of the bridge of the nose, which allows for safer and more satisfying deviated nose surgery.

As such, when performing deviated nose surgery, it is very important aesthetically, but since internal functional aspects are also considered, those looking into deviated nose surgery may find it helpful to choose a clinic after checking whether the medical staff have strong anatomical knowledge of the nose, whether they have ample related experience and expertise, whether they are equipped with devices that can accurately assess the condition of your nose, and whether postoperative care is reliably guaranteed.

At Oji O Plastic Surgery & Nplus, Director Yoon Hyun-cheol personally handles the entire process one-on-one, from consultation regarding deviated nose surgery to treatment plan establishment, surgery, treatment, and follow-up visits, allowing you to receive high-level medical services from before surgery to after.

For postoperative care, an Nplus membership card is issued, and an A/S system guarantees care for one year after surgery. In addition, a surgery responsibility guarantee system is in place to prepare for any postoperative pain, inflammation, or dissatisfaction with the appearance that may arise, so you can receive reliable aftercare as well.

(The image above shows actual before-and-after photos of deviated nose surgery at Oji O Plastic Surgery & Nplus.)

That concludes the information about deviated nose surgery from Oji O Plastic Surgery & Nplus, where both function and appearance were carefully considered. I hope this article is helpful for those who are currently considering rhinoplasty because their nose is crooked or because they suspect they may have a deviated septum. Thank you.