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What are the proven advantages of septoplasty?

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Dr. Thomas Fiala answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Septoplasty: 1. Improved breathing 2. Possibly a straighter nose.

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Improved breathing: Mostly sometimes better aesthetics less snoring.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Breathing and: Improves breathing. Sometimes necessary for best results in cosmetic rhinoplasty. Sometimes used to aid correction of sleep apnea. See ENT doc for assessment.

Answered 10/11/2015

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