Is Surgery the Only Option to Improve Bad Breath Caused by Deviated Suptum?

Septoplasty is the appropriate procedure to improve breathing problems related to a deviated septum. To correct the bad breath, ensure their are no other contributing factors prior to proceeding with the surgical option.

Unfortunately, a septoplasty is the only way to fix a deviated septum. Sometimes tape or Breathe Rite strips can help with opening the airway to improve the nasal airway. Even with a septoplasty, the bad breath may not be improved.

Yes, and no. Deviated septum surgery is a common nasal surgical procedure to improve the nasal passages. Septoplasty is another term for this reconstructive plastic surgery. One should be breathing through the nose during sleep. A deviated septum may contribute to nasal breathing problems and prevent good airflow. Septoplasty is the surgical option to improve nasal breathing due to a deviated septum. Improved nasal airflow results in improved sleep. Surgery on the septum, however, may or... more