A deviated septum — where the wall of cartilage and bone that divides the nasal cavity sits off-centre — is one of the most common structural nasal conditions in the world. It can cause chronic nasal congestion, difficulty breathing through one or both nostrils, snoring, recurrent sinus infections, nosebleeds, and disrupted sleep. For many people it significantly affects quality of life.
Septoplasty is the surgical procedure that corrects it. Through carefully placed internal incisions, the surgeon repositions or removes the sections of cartilage and bone that are causing obstruction, straightening the septum and restoring clear, unobstructed airflow. Because the incisions are entirely internal, there is no external scar and no visible change to the appearance of the nose — unless the patient also chooses to combine septoplasty with cosmetic rhinoplasty at the same time.
Askeroglu Health Group works with specialist ENT surgeons in Istanbul who perform this procedure to the highest international standard. Many of our surgeons specialise in functional nasal surgery alongside aesthetic work, making them ideally positioned to address both aspects in patients who have both concerns.
Not all deviated septums cause symptoms — some people have a deviation that is mild enough to go unnoticed throughout their life. But when symptoms are present, they can be significant:
If you recognise several of these symptoms, a consultation with an ENT specialist will help establish whether your septum is the cause and whether septoplasty is the right solution.
Many patients who need septoplasty for functional reasons also have cosmetic concerns about the appearance of their nose. Rather than undergoing two separate procedures, it is almost always more efficient and cost-effective to address both in a single operation — a combined procedure called septorhinoplasty.
This approach is particularly common for patients with a deviated nose (one that leans visibly to one side as a result of the internal deviation), where correcting the internal structure simultaneously improves the external appearance. Your surgeon will assess whether a combined approach is appropriate and plan accordingly.
Recovery from septoplasty alone is generally straightforward. Internal splints or packing (used less commonly now with modern techniques) may be in place for a few days. Swelling and some discomfort are normal in the first week. Most patients notice a significant improvement in their breathing within two to four weeks as internal swelling reduces.
If combined with cosmetic rhinoplasty, the recovery timeline follows the rhinoplasty protocol: a splint worn for seven to ten days, progressive reduction in swelling over months, and full results visible around the 12-month mark.
Askeroglu Health Group coordinates your full care experience, from the initial consultation through surgery, recovery support, and follow-up communication. Contact us for a free assessment and personalised treatment plan.