What to Know About Septal Deviation and Septoplasty

Septal deviation refers to a condition in which the central wall (septum) separating the two airways of the nose is curved toward one side. It can be present from birth or develop later due to trauma or growth-related factors. The headings below are for general information and do not replace an individual assessment.

Common symptoms

Septal deviation causes no symptoms in some people, while in others it may lead to persistent or one-sided nasal congestion. This can be accompanied by mouth breathing, snoring, reduced sleep quality and frequently recurring sinus complaints. Symptoms vary from person to person, and a definitive assessment is made through examination.

Septoplasty is a functional procedure

Septoplasty is a functional surgical procedure that aims to ease airflow inside the nose by correcting the curved septum; it is not an aesthetic procedure intended to change the external appearance of the nose. Whether it is appropriate is determined by the person's complaints and examination findings.

Combining it with aesthetic needs

In some cases, a curved nose may be accompanied by a request to change the external appearance as well. When needed, septoplasty and rhinoplasty can be performed in the same session; this combined approach is called septorhinoplasty. Which method is suitable is planned individually based on examination and assessment.