Endoscopic Deviated Nasal Septum correction without External Cuts or Scars
Do you constantly struggle with a blocked nose, wake up tired or breathe through your mouth while sleeping?
You may have a Deviated Nasal Septum (DNS) and the good news is, there’s effective solution.
At Dr. Archana Jhawar’s ENT Clinic in Navi Mumbai, we offer endoscopic Septoplasty surgery that straightens your nasal septum from the inside, without any cut or scar on the outside of the nose.
Septoplasty is a safe and effective nasal surgery to correct the midline partition of the nose (nasal septum) that divides your nose. When the septum is deviated or bent, it is known as deviated nasal septum or DNS. Deviated septum may cause breathing difficulties, increased risk of sinus infections due to poor drainage and other related issues.
If performed using endoscope it is known as endoscopic septoplasty surgery.
Septoplasty is done for many reasons. Most important reason perform this surgery is to correct deviated nasal septum that is causing following symptoms.
Septoplasty straightens the septum, removes the block and restores the natural airflow through both nostrils.
Book a consultation with Dr Archana Jhawar, senior ENT specialist in Vashi, Navi Mumbai to know if you need septoplasty.
Main indication for Septoplasty is to alleviate symptoms associated with DNS and improve overall quality of life. main benefits of septoplasty-
Recovery after septoplasty varies from patient to patient.
Typically, there may be mild discomfort, nasal congestion, and mild blood mixed drainage for a few days after the procedure.
Pain medication and nasal irrigation/saline nasal sprays are recommended to manage symptoms.
Most people can resume normal activities within a week, although strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided for 2 weeks to allow for proper healing.
Follow ups are needed to remove the splints or pack and suction cleaning.
In many patients, a deviated nasal septum leads to recurrent sinus infections or blocked sinuses. In such cases, Septoplasty procedure is often combined with FESS (Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery) to open up the sinus drainage pathways. This combined surgery is ideal for patients with DNS and chronic sinusitis.
Benefits of Septoplasty with FESS:
Dr. Archana Jhawar, ENT Specialist & Surgeon with 24+ years of experience, performs endoscopic septoplasty at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Koparkhairane, Navi Mumbai. She also consults at her ENT clinic in Vashi.
DNS (Deviated Nasal Septum) surgery is medically known as Septoplasty.
If your sinus issues are due to DNS, then yes, septoplasty often reduces sinus infections. When needed, Septoplasty is combined with FESS for long-term relief. Normal cold still ay occur like any other person.
We use high-definition endoscopic instruments, laser is not used. For FESS we may use other advanced equipment and tools such as microdebrider.
Cost varies depending on hospital choice and any combined procedures like FESS. We offer consultations to assess your condition and give a clear estimate.
No, Septoplasty is done internally from inside the nose and does not affect the shape or size of your nose.
Yes, it’s safe and effective when done with proper evaluation and right indication. Usually recommended after age 14-16 once nasal growth is complete.
Breathing through nose improves gradually after septoplasty. Most of the patients start noticing relief in 2-3 weeks.
No, it’s a minor procedure, you can usually go home the same day.
