Crooked Nose
About the Surgery
A crooked nose, is a condition where the nose is not aligned properly with the face. This can be due to various reasons such as trauma, congenital conditions, or underlying medical conditions. A crooked nose can not only affect one’s appearance but also cause breathing difficulties, headaches, and sinus problems.
Causes
- Trauma
– Facial injuries or a broken nose can lead to misalignment and a crooked appearance. - Congenital Conditions
– Some individuals are born with a crooked nose due to underlying medical conditions or poor fetal growth. - Medical Conditions
– Conditions like rhinophyma, involving overgrowth of the nose’s oil glands, can result in a crooked nose. - Aging
– Loss of skin elasticity with age can cause the nose to droop and become misaligned. - Ill-fitting Glasses
– Wearing heavy or improperly fitted glasses may contribute to the development of a crooked nose.
Treatment
Non-Surgical Options:
- Injections:
Botox injections can provide temporary straightening effects.
Surgical Options: - Rhinoplasty:
Corrects the nose’s appearance and shape, typically under general anesthesia, taking around 3 hours. - Septoplasty:
Corrects a deviated septum, addressing, the crooked appearance of the nose. - Septorhinoplasty:
Corrects both appearance and functions of the nose.
Expectations
- Improved Appearance
- Functional Improvement
- Relief from Symptoms
- Natural-Looking Results
- Postoperative Recovery
Downtime
Immediate Postoperative Period:
- The initial recovery period typically involves swelling, bruising, and discomfort.
- Patients may need to wear a nasal splint or packing to support the newly shaped nose and protect it during the early stages of healing.
