Nasal discomfort can often be relieved with medication, but in some cases, further treatment is necessary. Our team at Puget Sound Ear Nose and Throat will work with you to determine the best way to make sure your symptoms don’t continue to interrupt your life.
Would I Benefit from Nasal Surgery?
You may be a candidate for nasal surgery if you experience:
- Nasal blockage
- Chronic sinusitis
- Deviated septum
- Sinus or nasal trauma
- Nose bleeds
- Nasal polyps
- Enlarged turbinates
- Chronic stuffiness
- Chronic breathing issues
What Types of Nasal Surgeries Are Available?
Our team will work with you to determine which procedure will best serve your needs. Once surgery is recommended, we’ll walk you through the process of what to expect before, during and after so you feel confident about the next steps.
Here’s what to know about each type of nasal surgery.
Septoplasty
This procedure reshapes or repositions parts of the septum’s bone or cartilage to open the nasal passageway and improve drainage and breathing.
Turbinate Surgeries
- Turbinate Reduction: Underlying tissue and bone are removed from the turbinates to reduce their size.
- Turbinate Outfracture: The turbinate bone is moved to the side so air can more easily flow through the nose.
What Can I Expect as I Recover?
Nasal surgeries are outpatient procedures and typically last between 30 and 90 minutes. You’ll be able to return home once the surgery is finished, but you may need to avoid blowing your nose, pulling clothing over your head and strenuous activities for several weeks. Your doctor will guide you through the recovery process and let you know what steps you can take to help yourself heal and what you should avoid.
If medication isn’t relieving your nasal symptoms, surgery may be able to help you breathe easier. Our providers at Puget Sound Ear Nose and Throat can guide you through the next steps and determine if surgery will help relieve your symptoms.
Call Puget Sound ENT for more information or to schedule an appointment.