Septoplasty
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What is Septoplasty?
Septoplasty is a surgical procedure to correct a deviated nasal septum.
Who is a good candidate for a Septoplasty?
Anyone with persistent nasal congestion due to a deviated septum that is not responsive to medical therapy is a great candidate for a septoplasty.
How is a Septoplasty performed?
Septoplasty can be done under general anesthesia or in the office under IV sedation.
The deviated portions of septal cartilage and bone are accessed through an incision inside the nostril. We then trim, straighten, or reposition the septum into the proper midline position.
Splints that stay in place for 5 days may be needed to stabilize the septum as it heals.
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What is recovery like after Septoplasty?
Patients may have nasal congestion, pain, and headaches for a few days after surgery. Most people can return to normal non-strenuous activities in 3-5 days. No heavy lifting should be done for 2 weeks. Complete healing takes around 6-8 weeks.
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What are the benefits?
- Improved nasal breathing
- Facial pain and sinus pressure usually improve
- There is usually a decrease in the number of sinus infections
Let’s get you back to breathing well again.
Don’t let chronic sinus and nasal infections take control of your life. Book your consultation today for lasting relief.
Meet the team
Atkins Sinus Expert Care is committed to providing personalized care, cutting-edge equipment, and a level of experience you won't find elsewhere.
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James Atkins, MD
Sinus Specialist, Founder of Atkins Expert Sinus Care
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James M. Ferris, PA
Physician Assistant
Your first visit with us
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Book your visit
Book through our online patient portal and let us know some of the symptoms you’re experiencing.
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Visit our office
Dr. Atkins will review your symptoms at your visit and decide what diagnostic tests are needed to get to the root of your problem.
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Care plan
Once the diagnostic tests are done, Dr. Atkins will review them and make a plan of care for you. At that time, he will discuss whether you are a candidate for one of our procedures.
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