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Otolaryngologic surgery · BogotáTurbinate surgery (turbinoplasty) in Bogotá
Turbinate surgery reduces the size of the inferior turbinates when they are enlarged and obstruct airflow, with or without radiofrequency.
Who may be a candidate?
- Chronic nasal congestion
- Mouth breathing due to obstruction
- Obstruction that does not respond to medication
- Rhinitis with enlarged turbinates
What it offers
- Improved nasal airflow
- Conservative, tissue-preserving techniques
- Often combined with septoplasty
Recovery
Recovery is usually short; temporary nasal crusting during the first few weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Is it usually combined with septoplasty?
Often yes, because the septum and turbinates usually contribute together to the obstruction.
Do the turbinates grow back?
The technique aims for a lasting result while preserving turbinate function.
Is it a painful procedure?
It usually causes mild discomfort; management is explained during the consultation.
You do not need to know which procedure you need.
A consultation makes it possible to determine what is changing, what is worth preserving and the most appropriate option for your case.
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