Septoplasty in Atlanta, GA

The septum of the nose, the bone and tissue that separates the nasal passages, is a vital component that supports proper airflow. Some people, however, experience breathing problems because the bone and tissue that make up the septum are not straight. For those people, they may experience sleep apnea, snoring, or something else. Board-certified ENT/facial plastic surgeon Dr. B. Terry Seymour offers septoplasty at his Atlanta and Lithonia, GA practices to help rectify this issue. For more information, contact ENT Facial Plastics and Sleep Disorder Center to schedule a consultation today.

A deviated septum makes it difficult to breathe through your nose, which can lead to a host of other chronic health problems when left untreated. For example, sleep apnea can lead to loud snoring, gasping for air during sleep, and difficulty falling or staying asleep. A septoplasty is designed to straighten the septum and improve airflow to alleviate these other issues. Dr. Seymour is proud to have helped countless patients breathe better and live healthier and happier lives.

During your septoplasty, Dr. Seymour will reshape your septum through a small incision made on the inside of your nose. He will lift and separate your septum tissue so he can access the bone and cartilage, which he will adjust as needed. Dr. Seymour will close the incision with sutures and will put a splint inside your nose to help align the septum as it heals. He may use nose packing to help control bleeding, if necessary. This outpatient surgery typically takes 1 – 2 hours in our accredited surgical procedure room while you are under general anesthesia. After your deviated septum treatment, you will likely have bruising and swelling under your eyes and around your nose. You can expect about 7 – 10 days of recovery with optimal results showing up about three months after your surgery.

If you're having trouble breathing, are sick of snoring, or have sleep apnea, a deviated nasal septum surgery known as a septoplasty may help you breathe easier and sleep better. Board-certified ENT/facial plastic surgeon Dr. B. Terry Seymour offers this surgery at ENT Facial Plastics and Sleep Disorder Center in Atlanta and Lithonia, GA. For more information on how a deviated septum could be causing you to have sleep and breathing issues, schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Seymour today.

What causes a deviated septum?

The most common causes of a deviated septum or other structural abnormalities in the nose are genetics and nasal trauma like from a car accident or sports injury. This issue can make it difficult to breathe through your nose and can also lead to recurrent sinus infections. Septoplasty is a common procedure performed to correct these issues.

Does a septoplasty change the appearance of my nose?

A septoplasty is a surgery to fix a deviated septum and make breathing easier. While it is not usually performed for cosmetic reasons, some patients may notice a small but unnoticeable change in their appearance. Our specialists at ENT Facial Plastics and Sleep Disorder Center can let you know what to expect from a septoplasty and whether this procedure is right for your needs.

How do I know if I need a septoplasty?

Do you have difficulty breathing through your nose or experience recurrent sinus infections? Frequent nosebleeds, nasal congestion, headaches, and snoring are all indicators that something is wrong with the underlying nasal structure. You may be a candidate for a septoplasty. Our team in Houston, TX, can perform an assessment to determine if you personally would benefit from surgery.