Nasal fracture, also referred to as a broken nose, is a crack or break in the cartilage (bony portion) of the nose, it usually occurs in the flexible partition of the nostrils called septum.
Since the nose is located in the prominent area of the face, it is more prone to sudden impact from violence and accidents. As a matter of fact, the nasal bone is the third most vulnerable part of the body. According to research, approximately 40% of all facial injury cases include nasal fractures and each year around 50,000 people in the United States suffer from a broken nose.
Mild nasal fractures mostly cause swelling and nose bleeding for a short period of time. Due to this, people may be unaware of the crack, but a slight deformity may be noticed as it heals. On the other hand, a severe nose fracture can cause visible deformities right after the impact. A person may experience severe nosebleed and airway flow problems due to a shift of the nasal septum.
Most nasal fractures are due to car accidents, contact sports, violent assaults and sudden accidents in workplaces. There are several treatment methods for nasal fractures and workers compensation plastic surgeon may help you correct the nasal deformity caused by several factors.
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