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NASAL RECONSTRUCTION

Nasal reconstruction is done to restore appearance and functionality of the nose. Nasal reconstruction surgery may be required for the following-

  • Defect/loss or surgical removal due to tumorss
  • Aesthetic concern


The nose can be divided in nine subunits. Accurate and precise repair of lining,structure and cover are all required for functional, stable and aesthetic nasal reconstruction

Factors to be considered before the nasal surgery-

  • check-mark-1Size, position and depth of the defect
  • check-mark-1Original lesion
  • check-mark-1Patient’s age and physical status
  • check-mark-1Patient wishes
  • check-mark-1Experience of the surgeon

Factors to be considered before the nasal surgery-

  • check-mark-1Size, position and depth of the defect
  • check-mark-1Original lesion
  • check-mark-1Patient’s age and physical status
  • check-mark-1Patient wishes
  • check-mark-1Experience of the surgeon

Types of nasal deformities

  • check-mark-1Congenital (present at birth)
  • check-mark-1Enlarged adenoids
  • check-mark-1Enlarged turbinates
  • check-mark-1Deviated septum
  • check-mark-1Saddle nose
  • check-mark-1Aging nose

Surgical options include

  • check-mark-1Rhinoplasty
  • check-mark-1Septoplasty
  • check-mark-1Closed reduction