No, the nasal septum does not always have to be treated during a nose tip correction. Whether the nasal septum is included in the procedure depends on the individual characteristics of the nose and the aim of the procedure. When is a correction of the nasal septum necessary? The nasal septum is also treated in the following cases during nasal tip correction:
1. Functional impairments:
If there is a deviation or curvature of the nasal septum that causes breathing problems, it makes sense to correct this during the procedure (septoplasty). A deformed nasal septum can obstruct the flow of air, which can lead to symptoms such as nasal breathing problems or snoring.
2. Stabilization of the tip of the nose:
The nasal septum serves as an important support structure for the tip of the nose. If it is repositioned or reshaped during the correction, it may be necessary to work on the nasal septum to ensure the stability of the nasal tip.
3. Removal of cartilage material:
In some nasal tip corrections, cartilage is required to achieve the desired shape or structure of the tip. Cartilage is often taken from the nasal septum for this purpose, as it is well suited and is located close to the surgical area. When can correction of the nasal septum be dispensed with? The nasal septum remains untouched if:
1. There are no functional problems:
If the patient has no breathing problems and the nasal septum is normally aligned, there is no need for correction.
2The stability of the nasal tip is sufficient:
If the nasal tip can be reshaped or repositioned without changing the nasal septum, the septum remains untouched.
3. No additional cartilage is required:
In minimally invasive or minor procedures, such as fine adjustment of the nasal tip, cartilage removal is often not required. Difference between isolated nasal tip correction and comprehensive rhinoplasty
– Isolated nasal tip correction:
Here, only the shape or size of the nasal tip is adjusted without changing other parts of the nose.
The nasal septum is only worked on if this is necessary for the desired shape or stability.
– Complete nose correction (rhinoplasty):
In a comprehensive nose correction, which affects the entire nasal structure, the nasal septum is often worked on in order to achieve both aesthetic and functional goals.
Conclusion
The nasal septum does not always have to be included in a nasal tip correction. Whether it is included in the procedure depends on individual factors such as the stability of the nasal tip, the need for cartilage material and any breathing problems. An experienced surgeon will assess this as part of treatment planning and explain whether and why it makes sense to work on the nasal septum. However, the approach to the tip of the nose always involves the anterior part of the nasal septum.