Septoplasty
A septoplasty is a surgical procedure that is performed to correct a deviated septum. This surgery aligns the deviated septum by re-positioning it, trimming it, or replacing the bone and cartilage. Learn more today.
A septoplasty is a surgical procedure that is performed to correct a deviated septum. This surgery aligns the deviated septum by re-positioning it, trimming it, or replacing the bone and cartilage.
FAQ
How do I know if I have a deviated septum?
Is deviated septum surgery covered by health insurance?
Questions patients ask
- How do I know if I have a deviated septum?
- Having a deviated septum doesn’t just mean that you have a crooked nose. Although the only way to truly know if you have a deviated septum or not is to visit a nose specialist, you can do a small at-home test to check. Block one side of your nose by pressing against it with your finger. If you’re unable to breathe clearly through the other side and this is how it always is, you could have a deviated septum on the side on which you can’t breathe. If you’re confused or worried about having a deviated septum, we encourage you to see Dr. Reitzen.
- Is deviated septum surgery covered by health insurance?
- Health insurance often covers part or all of deviated septum surgery if your breathing is impaired. We encourage you to contact your health insurance provider to check and see if this type of procedure is covered.
Consult with us
Shari Reitzen, M.D. — Double board-certified otolaryngologist and facial plastic surgeon — at 715 Park Avenue, Manhattan. Reconstructive and aesthetic breast surgery, body contouring and injectables.