How is septum deviation (septoplasty) surgery performed?

Septoplasty is a surgical procedure aimed at improving breathing by correcting curvatures in the cartilage and bone in the middle section of the nose.

It is usually performed under general anesthesia. The incision to access the cartilage and bone is made internally, meaning no scars or stitches are visible from the outside.

Through the incision, the nasal mucosa covering the cartilage and bone is lifted to correct any curvature in the cartilage and bone. After the correction is complete, the mucosal layer is repositioned, and the incision is closed with dissolvable sutures. Dissolvable nasal packing or silicone splints, which are removed after 24-48 hours, are then placed inside the nose.