Will Rhinoplasty fix breathing problem?

The goal of nose reshaping surgery is produce a nose that both looks good and functions well. If performed correctly by an experience surgeon who specializes in nose surgery, neither breathing nor appearance should have to be sacrificed for the sake of the other.  Rhinoplasty -- or nose job surgery -- is... more

A rhinoplasty is performed only for cosmetic nasal procedures. A septoplasty is performed for breathing issues out of the nose. A septoplasty and a rhinoplasty can be performed together if both cosmetic and breathing issues need to be addressed at the same time. Typically, the rhinoplasty is paid for by the... more

A narrow nose can certainly have breathing problems. Breathing problems can be multifactorial.  Two that can be treated with rhinoplasty alone are related to septal deviations and enlarged turbinates.   These can be examined on physical exam. Sometimes sinuses can affect the breathing as... more

Yes, having a narrow nose can cause breathing problems.  You have two "valves" that affect the inflow of air to your nose.  One is called the external nasal valves and these are basically the openings of your nostrils.  The other valves are the internal nasal valves and these are... more

Form and function often go hand in hand when treating the nose. However, improvements in nasal breathing can often be achieved without altering the appearance of the nose and, conversely, a nose can often be improved aesthetically without correcting nasal function. Because of the complex interplay between... more

Rhinoplasty is surgery to change the appearance and sometimes the funstion of your nose. You mentioned that your nasal passage is too narrow, but you need a more specific diagnosis. You should start with an ENT Consultation, or a dual-certified ENT and facial plastic surgeon. You should choose the later if... more

You most likely have a deviated septum and possibly large turbinates (glands inside the nose that swell up during congestion). It is very unlikely that narrow nostrils alone are causing you difficulty in breathing. You should see an Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose & Throat doctor) to assess the inside of... more

A Rhinoplasty should address both the cosmetic and functional issues with your nose. If you are having trouble breathing through your nose, it may be due to a problem in the septum, turbinates or combination of the above. An experienced plastic surgeon will know how to evaluate your nose and determine which... more

If your nasal obstruction is relatively constant; always there and always the same side it is probably structural rather than allergic or due to some of the other possible causes.  There are a number of structures that can narrow your nasal airway and with varying success they can often be corrected as... more

If  your breathing problem is due soley to a collapsed nostral  then a corrective rhinoplasty should help. However, there are many other factors at play such as septal deviation, turbinate deformities and allergic sequellae of the nasal lineing that often contribute to nasal airway obstruction which... more