Fracture Nasal Bone Reduction

Nasal bone fracture is one of the most common facial injuries, typically resulting from direct trauma to the nose. Fracture Nasal Bone Reduction is a surgical procedure to realign the broken nasal bones and restore the normal shape and function of the nose. Dr. Vishal Vikas Nair provides expert assessment and timely surgical correction to achieve the best functional and cosmetic outcomes.

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What is Nasal Bone Fracture Reduction?

Nasal bone reduction involves manually or surgically repositioning the fractured nasal bones back to their correct anatomical position. The procedure is ideally performed within 7–10 days of injury (before the bones set in a malunited position) or after 3–4 weeks if significant swelling is present. Delayed cases may require formal rhinoplasty or septorhinoplasty.

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Causes of Nasal Bone Fractures

• Sports injuries (cricket, football, boxing, martial arts)
• Road traffic accidents
• Falls and direct facial trauma
• Assault or physical altercations
• Workplace accidents

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Procedure Overview

Closed Reduction

Performed under general or local anaesthesia, the nasal bones are manually repositioned using specialised instruments (Walsham's and Asch's forceps) without any external incisions. A nasal splint is applied post-operatively to maintain the corrected position during healing.

Open Reduction

For complex or severely displaced fractures, open reduction with internal fixation may be required to achieve stable anatomical alignment.

Septorhinoplasty

For delayed presentations or cases with significant septal deviation, a formal septorhinoplasty may be planned to address both functional and cosmetic concerns.

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Symptoms of Nasal Bone Fracture

• Visible deformity or deviation of the nose
• Nasal pain and tenderness
• Swelling and bruising around the nose and eyes
• Nasal obstruction or difficulty breathing
• Nosebleed (epistaxis) at the time of injury
• Crepitus (crackling sensation) on palpation

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Benefits of Timely Nasal Bone Reduction

• Restoration of normal nasal shape and symmetry
• Improved nasal breathing and airway patency
• Prevention of permanent deformity
• Avoidance of more complex corrective surgery later
• Quick procedure with rapid recovery

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Why Choose Dr. Vishal Vikas Nair?

• Expert in nasal trauma and reconstructive nasal surgery
• Prompt assessment and timely surgical intervention
• Attention to both functional and cosmetic outcomes
• Comprehensive pre-operative imaging and planning
• Dedicated post-operative care and follow-up