FUNCTIONAL RHINOPLASTY AT A GLANCE
Functional Rhinoplasty differs from Cosmetic Rhinoplasty. The goal of this surgery is to alleviate nasal obstruction. While changes in the appearance of the nose is not the objective of this procedure, Functional Rhinoplasty can be combined with a Cosmetic Rhinoplasty, as often is the case. The goal of this combined surgery is then to improve upon both breathing, as well as aesthetics.
During a Functional Rhinoplasty, Dr. Chacra corrects nasal passages to improve his patients’ breathing by utilizing only the safest techniques.
SEPTOPLASTY AT A GLANCE
Septoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to improve the patient’s breathing by straightening the wall inside the nose that divides the nasal passages into a right and a left side (nasal septum).
The nasal septum is a thin wall of hyaline cartilage and bone, which divides the nostrils. When the septum is not straight, airflow to the nose becomes disrupted and breathing difficulties may arise.
Septoplasty is often combined with Rhinoplasty. This maximizes the nasal airway after surgery and allows for improved breathing.
It is not uncommon for patients with deviations to choose to improve the look of their nose while undergoing Septoplasty. The result of Septo-Rhinoplasty is twofold: Patients experience enhanced breathing, as well as a softened, more balanced appearance.
SEPTOPLASTY AND FUNCTIONAL RHINOPLASTY: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
Both of these surgeries aim to improve breathing function. During a Septoplasty, Dr. Chacra will only address the septum, whereas during a Functional Rhinoplasty, he sees to all other areas of the nose, as well.
The tendency is for Septoplasty to be performed over a Functional Rhinoplasty, as the latter is a more extensive surgery, usually only required for more complex cases involving complicated nasal obstruction.
When a Functional Rhinoplasty is performed, a Septoplasty is often combined. Thus, becoming what is known as Functional Septo-Rhinoplasty.
Functional Rhinoplasty differs from Cosmetic Rhinoplasty. The goal of this surgery is to alleviate nasal obstruction. While changes in the appearance of the nose is not the objective of this procedure, Functional Rhinoplasty can be combined with a Cosmetic Rhinoplasty, as often is the case. The goal of this combined surgery is then to improve upon both breathing, as well as aesthetics.
During a Functional Rhinoplasty, Dr. Chacra corrects nasal passages to improve his patients’ breathing by utilizing only the safest techniques.
SEPTOPLASTY AT A GLANCE
Septoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to improve the patient’s breathing by straightening the wall inside the nose that divides the nasal passages into a right and a left side (nasal septum).
The nasal septum is a thin wall of hyaline cartilage and bone, which divides the nostrils. When the septum is not straight, airflow to the nose becomes disrupted and breathing difficulties may arise.
Septoplasty is often combined with Rhinoplasty. This maximizes the nasal airway after surgery and allows for improved breathing.
It is not uncommon for patients with deviations to choose to improve the look of their nose while undergoing Septoplasty. The result of Septo-Rhinoplasty is twofold: Patients experience enhanced breathing, as well as a softened, more balanced appearance.
SEPTOPLASTY AND FUNCTIONAL RHINOPLASTY: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
Both of these surgeries aim to improve breathing function. During a Septoplasty, Dr. Chacra will only address the septum, whereas during a Functional Rhinoplasty, he sees to all other areas of the nose, as well.
The tendency is for Septoplasty to be performed over a Functional Rhinoplasty, as the latter is a more extensive surgery, usually only required for more complex cases involving complicated nasal obstruction.
When a Functional Rhinoplasty is performed, a Septoplasty is often combined. Thus, becoming what is known as Functional Septo-Rhinoplasty.