Septoplasty is surgery to straighten a deviated nasal septum to improve airflow through the nose.
 

The procedure:

• Done under local or general anaesthetic

• The surgeon makes a small cut inside the nose to access the septum

• The deviated or crooked parts of cartilage and bone are trimmed, repositioned, or removed

• The septum is then straightened and stabilized

• The incision inside the nose is closed, often without external scars

• Surgery can take 45 minutes to 2 hours

• The palate can be a bit numb for a few weeks afterwards

• Recovery involves some nasal swelling and congestion, with follow-up to monitor healing
   

Septoplasty helps restore comfortable nasal breathing and relieve nasal obstruction.