Has the inability to breathe through your nose well been impacting your daily life? If you are having issues breathing effectively through your nose, you may be suffering from sleep apnea, daytime fatigue, tooth decay, anxiety, impaired athletic performance, and more. Functional rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that alters the internal and external structures of the nose, leading to effective nasal breathing and an improved quality of life.
Dr. Schoenfeld specializes in functional rhinoplasty and facial surgery. Functional rhinoplasty by Dr. Schoenfeld is a top nasal obstruction treatment in Washington, D.C., that provides patients effective, long-lasting, and often life-changing results!
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Rhinoplasty surgery, often known as a “nose job,” is an ancient plastic surgery procedure that has been performed for thousands of years. It is used to reshape and resize the nose to look more natural and proportional to the other facial features. Some of the most common requests from rhinoplasty patients include removing a dorsal “hump” from the bridge of the nose, straightening a crooked nose, or reducing the overall size of the nose. Other patients have trouble breathing, often due to a deviated septum, which is caused by crookedness in the nasal septum (the wall separating the nasal passages). Rhinoplasty can improve or correct this issue, which can result in better breathing for the patient. Overall, rhinoplasty is an extremely versatile procedure that can produce incredible results when performed by an expert.
During your functional rhinoplasty, Dr. Schoenfeld will surgically and skillfully repair, reshape, and augment areas of your nose and nasal passages to allow for effective and permanent results.
Functional rhinoplasty is a medical procedure with medical benefits and is not pursued for cosmetic reasons. Cosmetic benefits often accompany functional rhinoplasty, as the external structure of your nose may need to be altered to facilitate easier breathing. Whether the internal, external, or both types of nasal structures are changed depends on your unique anatomy and reason for pursuing functional rhinoplasty.
Functional rhinoplasty is also commonly referred to as septoplasty. The following procedures may be included, or required, to complete your effective functional rhinoplasty:
To be a good candidate for this procedure, you must have a medical condition or reason preventing you from breathing effectively through your nose. People pursue functional rhinoplasty for many different reasons:
Before proceeding with functional rhinoplasty, you should be in good physical condition and fully understand the procedure, its benefits, and expected results. Functional rhinoplasty is performed on children and adults of all ages with a medical need for this procedure.
The benefits of functional rhinoplasty can be life-changing! If you seek nasal obstruction treatment in Washington, D.C., Dr. Schoenfeld is proud to offer the safest, most effective, and beneficial functional rhinoplasty.
Some of its benefits include:
As a highly experienced and regarded functional rhinoplasty specialist, Dr. Schoenfeld provides a thorough one-on-one consultation to all of his patients. After learning about your unique anatomy and underlying reasons for nasal obstruction, Dr. Schoenfeld will create an individualized care plan to ensure the best results and outcomes.
Dr. Schoenfeld also specializes in revision rhinoplasty surgery. If you received a functional rhinoplasty from another surgeon and are unhappy with your results, Dr. Schoenfeld can provide consultation, recommendation, and possible revision to a previous or ineffective rhinoplasty. Functional rhinoplasty by Dr. Schoenfeld is one of the most effective breathing problem treatments in the Washington, D.C., area!
At Renu by Dr. Schoenfeld, no two patients and no two functional rhinoplasties are alike. Here, you will receive the individualized care, compassion, and results you deserve.
Functional rhinoplasty in Washington, D.C., costs between $5,000 and $15,000. Here’s what to consider when determining your total functional rhinoplasty cost:
Since local or general anesthesia may be required for the procedure, anesthesia fees may be applied to your overall costs. The cost to administer anesthesia can range from $700 to $2,000.
Facility fees are generally applied to cover overhead costs if your procedure will be performed at a hospital or a physician’s office.
Functional rhinoplasty is a medical procedure that treats a medical problem, which means it may be covered by health insurance. The total cost of the procedure that will be covered by your insurance provider will generally depend on your individual plan, deductible, and premium.
Essential factors, such as the experience level of your surgeon and the number of successful procedures of this kind they have successfully completed are considered when factoring costs. The more experienced a surgeon is in their specialization, the more you can expect to pay for your procedure.
Dr. Schoenfeld prides himself on providing personalized care that he would want his own family to receive. Each patient is an individual, not a procedure, and each patient’s needs can vary. More pricing details will be available after your consultation.
Dr. Schoenfeld will discuss your medical history and reason for seeking functional rhinoplasty during your consultation. He will thoroughly examine your facial and nasal structures. You will be able to ask any questions, and he will fully explain the procedure, including the following details:
Like any medical procedure, functional rhinoplasty has risks and benefits that are explained in detail at your consultation. This procedure is widely considered safe and effective when done by an experienced surgeon. Risks are minimized when choosing an experienced, skilled, board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon.
Most patients can return to their regular daily routines one to two weeks after functional rhinoplasty. It is common and expected to experience soreness, bruising, and swelling during your recovery period. You will also be given detailed recovery and aftercare instructions to follow.
Once you have received your consultation, you can schedule your functional rhinoplasty. Dr. Schoenfeld prides himself on providing the best results with an honest, caring, and relatable demeanor. He wants you to leave your consultation feeling empowered and confident in your choice to pursue functional rhinoplasty. You should also look forward to exceptional and life-changing results!
What separates Dr. Schoenfeld from other surgeons in the area? There are several reasons why you will be in great hands if you select Dr. Schoenfeld to handle your functional rhinoplasty in Washington D.C.
Functional rhinoplasty is a medical procedure with medical benefits, and cosmetic rhinoplasty is a cosmetic procedure with cosmetic benefits.
With functional rhinoplasty, the structure of the nasal passages are modified and reshaped to allow for easier nasal breathing. People who have experienced facial trauma or who have natural variations in their nasal anatomy that affect their breathing may benefit from this procedure. Cosmetic benefits are sometimes an added benefit of functional rhinoplasty, but they are not the reason for seeking this procedure.
Not being able to breathe effectively through your nose can lead to medical problems! Additionally, functional rhinoplasty can be incredibly effective at addressing these common nasal issues:
There can be some degree of discomfort and pain associated with functional rhinoplasty and any medical or cosmetic procedure. Most patients report mild to moderate discomfort and pain, which lessens as their nose heals. When your functional rhinoplasty is done by an experienced and skilled facial cosmetic surgeon with impeccable technique, you will often have less pain and discomfort than the same procedure done by a less qualified or experienced surgeon.
Patients often notice some improvement in their breathing immediately after their functional rhinoplasty surgery. Swelling is normal and expected after your procedure, and the complete benefits and breathing improvements will be noticeable once your nose is fully healed and nasal swelling subsides.
There are risks to any medical procedure, including functional rhinoplasty. Risks and complications are minimized when choosing an experienced, skilled, board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Common risks and complications can include:
The results of a functional rhinoplasty last a lifetime! This surgery permanently alters your nose’s internal and external structures, leading to effective and long-lasting improvements in breathing. It is normal for the natural aging process to slightly change the appearance of your nose, and you may notice some gradual changes over time.
