Septoplasty

Most of our Los Angeles area patients describe the recovery as more uncomfortable than painful—think pressure and congestion, not sharp pain. During surgery, you’ll be under anesthesia so that you won’t feel a thing. Afterward, you may experience some soreness, swelling, or a dull ache in the nose and face, but this can be easily managed with prescribed medications. By the one-week mark, most of our patients are already breathing easier and feeling significantly better.

First, you will have an initial consultation with Dr. Macias in Marina del Rey, followed by a pre-operative appointment to review instructions and finalize the plan. After surgery, you’ll return for a couple of post-operative appointments to ensure everything is healing correctly and to remove any splints that may have been used. In total, most patients can expect about three to four in-office visits—nothing overwhelming, but each one is essential to keeping your recovery smooth and your results on point.

Many patients notice a difference in airflow within just a few days after surgery, even with some swelling still present. As the tissues inside your nose heal, your breathing will continue to improve, typically reaching its peak around three to six months post-surgery. Every nose is a little different, but by the time full healing is complete, you should feel a significant, lasting improvement in how you breathe day and night. For Los Angeles patients who’ve dealt with chronic stuffiness for years, the change feels almost instant.

Yes! Many of our Marina del Rey patients opt to undergo rhinoplasty and septoplasty simultaneously, improving form and function. In these cases, patients can straighten their deviated septum while also reshaping their nose, achieving a more balanced and attractive facial appearance—all in one procedure.

When performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon, septoplasty is an extremely safe procedure. Serious risks are rare and may include bleeding, infection, a hole in your septum, a diminished sense of smell, and changes in the shape of your nose. If you wish to learn more, please contact us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Macias, offering arguably the best septoplasty Marina del Rey has to offer.