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Q: Broken Nose

asked by: Joey19 on April 6th, 2006

New User

Hi im not that sure this is the right place to put this question, im new to the forum, so if it is im sorry and please move it.

But my question is: I have broken my nose a couple of times, first time being about 10 years ago, last one a year ago, and it is more or less the appearance that bothers me, it doesnt bother me much physically, I still breathe ok aprt from occasionaly when its cold outside and I can feel the broken bone.

Hang on I had a question didnt i? Well basically I was wondering if anyone knew if I could get this operated on, so that it can look like it used to. And if I have to pay? Or can I get it done on the nhs? Any answers would be much appreciated. Cheers

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onlyone-jc

replied on April 13th, 2006

New User

You can certainly get it back to pretty much the way it was, if the outer skin and everything is still intact, and as normal.

I'm not sure if you will be able to get it done free on the nhs, since it is not really obstructing your breathing, and is more of a cosmetic issue (from what you describe).

The operation involves breaking the nose again, in order to place the bones back in to place. How much it will have to be broken, will depend on the current condition and placement of the bones in your nose. It may be quite painful afterwards, resulting in temporary brusing and swelling to the face, around the eyes.

christa84

replied on April 14th, 2006

Experienced User

I'm having a fracture reduction, and septoplasty. My doctor said "i have good hands, but not as good as .God's", meaning even if you do have surgery on it , it probably won't look exactly the same as it did before.

I don't know if you had a reduction right after you broke your nose, or if you just left it as it was. I would think a reduction would be covered by the nhs.. But if it's rhinoplasty i'm not sure.

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