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Septorhinoplasty Surgery Functional Nose & Deviated Septum Repair, London

Our septorhinoplasty service is led by function, restoring clear breathing and stable structure after a deviated septum or nasal injury, with natural balance preserved.
Medically Reviewed by Mr Taimur Shoaib, FRCS (Plast), GMC No. 3615443 | Last Updated: 09 July 2026.
Septorhinoplasty London by Mr Taimur Shoaib, functional nose and deviated septum surgery at Berkeley Square Medical, Harley Street

Septorhinoplasty:
A Breathing-First Approach To Nose Surgery

Septorhinoplasty is functional nose surgery. It corrects a deviated or damaged septum and rebuilds the nasal framework so you can breathe properly, while restoring a straight, balanced shape after injury. Unlike a cosmetic nose job, the priority here is airway and structure, not just appearance, although the two are corrected together in the same operation.

Mr Shoaib's closed-technique outcomes are documented in his published research.

Septorhinoplasty pricing is set out in full in our rhinoplasty cost guide.

A deviated septum is the most common reason people cannot breathe freely through the nose. It may be congenital, or very often the result of trauma: a knock in rugby or football, a fall, or repeated impact in boxing and MMA. It causes persistent blockage, uneven airflow, snoring, disturbed sleep and breathlessness on exertion. Mr Taimur Shoaib, FRCS (Plast), a consultant plastic surgeon at 64 Harley Street, treats the full range of septal deviation, from mild congenital cases to complex post-traumatic and revision noses where the bone and cartilage have been broken or previously operated on.

Goals In Functional Septorhinoplasty

FUNCTIONAL GOALS – Restoring The Airway

Septum: Straighten the deviated or displaced septum to open both airways.

Nasal valves: Support weak or collapsed valves that close on breathing in.

Airflow: Restore even, unobstructed breathing through the nose.

Symptoms: Resolve blockage, snoring and breathlessness during exercise.

STRUCTURAL GOALS – Rebuilding After Injury

Framework: Reconstruct bone and cartilage broken or collapsed by trauma.

Profile: Straighten a crooked, post-traumatic nose for a balanced line.

Stability: Reinforce support so the correction lasts and resists re-injury.

Balance: Preserve natural shape while function is the priority.

Common Concerns:

In Functional Septorhinoplasty

A clinical evaluation of the septum, the airway and any injury to the nasal framework.

The Deviated Septum
A bent or off-centre septum is the central problem in most functional cases. Straightening and repositioning it is the foundation of the operation and what reopens the airway.
Post-Traumatic & Sports Injuries
Boxing, MMA, rugby, football and accidents frequently break the nasal bones and twist the septum. We rebuild the framework and correct the deviation that the injury left behind.
Nasal Valve Collapse
Weak internal or external valves that flutter or close on inhaling are a common, often-missed cause of blockage. They are reinforced with the patient’s own cartilage grafts. Read more about nasal valve collapse and nose collapse after rhinoplasty.
Breathing, Snoring & Exercise
Persistent blockage, mouth-breathing, snoring and breathlessness during sport are the day-to-day symptoms a functional septorhinoplasty is designed to resolve.

The Clinical Goals of Functional Septorhinoplasty
Surgical Objectives

The aim of a functional septorhinoplasty is a nose that breathes more clearly and has long-lasting, stable support, particularly where injury has damaged the framework. Our clinical approach treats the airway and the structure as one problem, correcting the septum, supporting the valves and rebuilding bone and cartilage in a single operation.

Septal Correction & Airway Restoration
The central goal is to straighten the deviated septum and reopen both airways. Where the septum is severely bent or damaged from trauma, cartilage is repositioned and reinforced rather than simply removed, protecting long-term support and breathing.
Nasal Valve Support
Many breathing failures are caused by weak or collapsed internal and external valves, not the septum alone. Structural grafts, often spreader or alar grafts from the patient’s own cartilage, hold the airway open on inhaling.
Reconstruction After Trauma
For post-traumatic and sports-injury noses, fractured bones and collapsed cartilage are rebuilt and the framework realigned, correcting both the breathing and the crooked, deviated profile the injury left behind.
Stable, Lasting Function
Aesthetic beauty must never come at the expense of breathing. Every step prioritises a structurally sound nose that resists re-deviation, so the functional result holds over time, including for patients returning to contact sport.

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    Septorhinoplasty Cost in London


    Septorhinoplasty at Berkeley Square Medical, 64 Harley Street, is a fixed, all-inclusive fee of £8,950, with no hidden extras. For the full price breakdown, exactly what is included, and finance and payment-plan options, see our rhinoplasty cost guide. For the full procedure, recovery timeline and before-and-after results, see our main rhinoplasty in London page.

    At A Glance

    • Rhinoplasty surgery time

      Surgery time

      1 to 3 Hours

    • Hospital stay after rhinoplasty

      Anaesthetic

      General Anaesthetic

    • Rhinoplasty technique used

      Primary Goal

      Improved Breathing & Stable Structure

    • Splint and suture removal

      Hospital Stay

      Same-Day or 1 Night

    • Driving after rhinoplasty

      Splint Removal

      Day-7 After Surgery

    • Time off work after rhinoplasty

      Return To Light Activity

      7 - 10 Days

    • Return to client-facing work

      Return To Contact Sport

      8 - 12 Weeks

    • Showering after rhinoplasty

      Breathing Improvement

      Often Noticed Early

    • Initial rhinoplasty recovery

      Full Healing

      Up To 12 Months

    • Full rhinoplasty recovery

      Full Recovery

      12 Months

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    Frequently Asked Questions About Septorhinoplasty

    Septorhinoplasty Patient Reviews

    ★★★★★ 4.5 · 109 Google reviews

    Verified reviews from Mr Shoaib’s Google reviews. Individual results vary.

    ★★★★★

    “I am 6 weeks post operation after having septorhinoplasty with Mr Taimur Shoaib and could not be happier with my results. I am still early in my recovery and cannot wait to see my final result, but it is looking amazing already.”

    Kuestan S., Google review
    ★★★★★

    “I am beyond grateful for the results of my surgery with Mr Shoaib. After struggling with a deviated septum for years, I can finally breathe properly through my nose.”

    Iqra F., Google review
    ★★★★★

    “It has been 3 months since my surgery with Mr Shoaib and his team at Berkeley Square Medical in Harley Street and I could not be happier. I never liked the shape of my nose, especially after a rugby accident that left it very crooked. My breathing is sorted and my nose looks proportionate and natural.”

    Alan A., Google review
    What is septorhinoplasty?
    Septorhinoplasty is functional nose surgery that combines septoplasty (straightening the septum) with reshaping of the nasal framework. It corrects breathing problems caused by a deviated septum or injury, while restoring a straight, stable structure, in one operation.
    Will fixing my breathing change the shape of my nose?
    It can, usually in a positive way. Straightening the septum to open the airway often also straightens a crooked or twisted profile. Any further reshaping you would like is agreed with Mr Shoaib at your consultation, so the aesthetic outcome stays your choice.
    Is septorhinoplasty functional or cosmetic?
    It is primarily functional. The priority is your airway and the structure of your nose, particularly after injury. Because the same framework controls both breathing and shape, appearance is corrected at the same time, but the procedure is chosen for function, not as a cosmetic nose job.
    I cannot breathe properly after a sports injury or a broken nose. Can this help?
    In most cases, yes. A blow to the nose in boxing, MMA, rugby or an accident commonly deviates the septum and fractures the bones, leaving long-term blockage. The degree of improvement depends on the cause and is assessed at your consultation. Septorhinoplasty realigns the septum, rebuilds collapsed cartilage and reopens the airway, and straightens a nose that has healed crooked.
    How long after surgery can I return to contact sport?
    Light activity is usually resumed within 7 to 10 days. Contact and combat sports, where the nose could be struck, are avoided for around 8 to 12 weeks to protect the repair while the bone and cartilage heal.
    What is a deviated septum?
    The septum is the wall of bone and cartilage that divides the two nostrils. When it is bent or off-centre, congenitally or from trauma, it narrows one or both airways and causes blockage, snoring and breathlessness. It is the most common functional reason for septorhinoplasty.
    What is the difference between septoplasty, rhinoplasty and septorhinoplasty?
    Septoplasty straightens the septum only (function). Rhinoplasty reshapes the external nose (usually cosmetic). Septorhinoplasty does both: it corrects the septum and the airway AND rebuilds the framework, which is why it suits deviated, injured or previously-operated noses.
    Who performs septorhinoplasty at Berkeley Square Medical?
    All surgery is performed by Mr Taimur Shoaib, FRCS (Plast), a consultant plastic surgeon at 64 Harley Street, London, with extensive experience across the full range of septal deviation, including complex post-traumatic and revision cases.
    Can I have septorhinoplasty on the NHS?
    A septoplasty, which purely straightens the septum to improve breathing, can sometimes be funded by the NHS for a significant breathing problem. A septorhinoplasty also reshapes the nose, so because it includes an aesthetic element it is not funded by the NHS. In practice the NHS may offer the septoplasty part only, which can mean considering a rhinoplasty privately as a separate operation to address the shape. NHS waiting times for nasal surgery can also be long. A private septorhinoplasty lets you treat the breathing and the shape together, with your chosen surgeon and your own timing.
    How much does septorhinoplasty cost in London?
    Our fixed, all-inclusive fee is shown above and covers your whole surgical journey and aftercare, not just the operation itself. For the full breakdown of what is included and finance options, see our rhinoplasty cost guide. Your fee is confirmed at your consultation.
    Will I have a visible scar?
    Most often Mr Shoaib uses a closed technique, with the incisions hidden inside the nose, so there is no visible external scar. Mr Shoaib's approach to controlling the nasal tip through a closed technique is documented in his peer-reviewed research (European Journal of Plastic Surgery, 2026). If an open approach is needed for a complex repair, the only mark is a fine line across the base of the nose that, in most patients, fades to an inconspicuous line.
    How long does the operation take?
    Usually 1 to 3 hours under general anaesthetic, depending on how much work the septum and framework need. It is normally a day case or a single overnight stay.
    How long is recovery, and when can I go back to work?
    Most people take about a week off while the splint is on. Bruising and swelling settle over 2 to 3 weeks. Breathing can feel blocked at first from internal swelling, then steadily improves over the following weeks.
    When will I see my final result?
    Your nose looks much better within a few weeks, but the last subtle swelling settles over about 12 months. That is when the final shape and your full breathing are established.
    What are the risks of septorhinoplasty?
    As with any surgery there are risks. These include bleeding, infection, temporary numbness, a small hole in the septum (septal perforation), changes to your sense of smell, a reaction to the general anaesthetic, and the chance that breathing does not improve as much as hoped or, in a small number of cases, feels worse. The septum can occasionally shift again and a further or revision procedure is sometimes needed. These are explained fully at consultation as part of informed consent. Individual results vary.

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