A deviated septum occurs when one of the nasal passages is narrower than the other, which can happen due to a birth defect or from an injury. Many people experience no symptoms from a deviated septum and don’t require surgery to fix it. However, others may find it difficult to breathe through their nose or snore when sleeping. Other symptoms can include experiencing pain on one side of the face, suffering from frequent nosebleeds, and allergy symptoms. While it’s possible to just fix the breathing issue with septoplasty, it’s often beneficial to have a plastic surgeon perform the procedure in tandem with a rhinoplasty to correct any visual issues at the same time.