Surgery

Surgery may be needed for multiple breaks in the nose, persistent deformity, or damage to the inner portions of the nose.

• Some simple surgeries can be performed in the doctor's office.
  
  
  • The doctor pushes the broken bones back into place.
    
    
  • Special instruments and pain medicine (anesthesia) may be used.
    
    
  • Anesthesia may be injected into the nose or placed in the nostrils.
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• Other surgeries are performed in the operating room.
  
  
  • These surgeries tend to be more complex and involve realigning the nasal bones and surrounding tissue.
    
    
  • Intravenous (IV) anesthesia is often used.
    
• Simple breaks that are not out of place do not usually require surgery.
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• A doctor will advise the best treatment plan.