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Is deviated nasal septum surgery septoplasty is safe and what are the problems faced by patient after it?

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Dr. John Di Saia answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Usually.: It depends upon what is found at surgery and what is done about it.

Answered 11/3/2012

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Septoplasty: septoplasty is a safe procedure and usually helps improve your nasal breathing. Have your nose evaluated by a board certified otolaryngologist.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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