What is Septoplasty?
Septoplasty surgery is performed to correct a deviated septum, the wall of bone and cartilage that separates your nostrils. A deviated septum can block airflow and cause:
- Difficulty breathing through the nose
- Snoring or sleep apnea
- Chronic sinus infections
- Frequent nosebleeds and crusting
At our Beverly Hills practice, septoplasty is performed with advanced, minimally invasive techniques to restore healthy breathing and improve your quality of life.
Septum Anatomy and Function
The nasal septum is made of cartilage and bone lined with delicate mucosa. Its role is crucial for proper airflow and sinus drainage. When the septum is crooked or displaced, airflow becomes turbulent, leading to nasal obstruction, recurrent infections, and long-term sinus problems.
Because we are world leaders in septal perforation repair, our surgeons have unmatched expertise in preserving septal anatomy and preventing complications during surgery.
Safety, Pitfalls & Preventing Septal Perforation
While septoplasty is a common surgery, it is not without risks. The most serious complication is a septal perforation (a hole in the septum). Symptoms include:
- Whistling sounds when breathing
- Chronic nosebleeds
- Nasal crusting and obstruction
- Structural changes to the nose (saddle nose deformity)
Our Advantage: Unlike most surgeons, we are internationally recognized specialists in repairing septal perforations. This experience allows us to perform safe septoplasty surgery with precision and care, ensuring the mucosa and blood supply are preserved. Our methods dramatically reduce the risk of perforation.
Why Choose Our Beverly Hills Septoplasty Experts?
- 99% overall success rate in septal perforation repair procedures
- 95% success rate for repairing large perforations (1.5–4 cm)
- Endoscopic precision: no external scars, faster recovery
- Decades of combined expertise in nasal surgery
- Patients travel worldwide for our advanced care
When it comes to correcting a deviated septum, no team is better qualified than one trusted to repair the most difficult septal perforations.
Schedule your septal perforation consultation with Dr. Hamilton today.
