The procedure is done on anoutpatientbasis and involves minimal incisions.
This article describes what to do immediately following septoplasty surgery.
Deviation happens when the nasal septum is displaced to one side, making one nasal passage smaller.
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Straightening the septum should restore full airflow and relieve issues with nasal breathing.
Septoplasty has a success rate of around 80%.
Full healing of the repaired or removed septum may take much longer.
This usually takes place a day or two after your surgery.
You should plan to miss about one week of work or school.
These results can take time and vary from person to person.
You may not feel the full effect of the repairs or removal of a deviated septum for some months.
In some cases, a second surgery is needed to further correct the problem.
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