I am having my nose done and the septum fixed. My concern is if I will be able to breath immediately afterwards?

When a septoplasty is performed, the inside of the nose swells up and patients are unable to breathe out of their nose for about a week. In our practice, we do not place any packing on the inside of the nose since it is painful and unnecessary. Anticipate additional swelling for the rhinoplasty as well. When patient's have anxiety, it can be made worse by the combination of a facelift( tightening the neck muscles) and  inability to breathe out of the nose for a week. Consider  separating out the  neck and nose procedures.

Septoplasty can cause problems breathing immediately post-op due to swelling and the type of post-operative dressing used.  If packing is used, then you will need to breathe through your mouth.  If splints are used, then it depends what kind if there will be any obstruction.  Good discussion to have with your surgeon.  Good luck!