Is latera spirox good for collapsed nostrils? (Photos)

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After rhinoplasties, my nostrils are collapsed. I have heard that Latera Spirox can be used to open up the nasal airway. I am posting a picture on the left to show how my nose looks like in reality and on the right I am showing what I would like to achieve with latera by opening up my nostrils on purpose. Is this achievable with Latera spirox implant? Thanks in advance

Douglas L. Vander Woude, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  The pictures are a little hard to see on the site (quite small), but the overall shape issued is visible.  I have never used the Spirox device, but I would doubt that it could achieve what you are looking for.  I would talk it over with a board certified Plastic Surgeon with experience in these more complex issues. Best of luck.

R. Laurence Berkowitz, MD · Answer

Additional cartilage strips should probably improve form and function. Using your own cartilage is always preferable to a foreign body.  Experienced rhinoplasty surgeons understand these principles well.  Discuss this option first with your surgeon.  If he or she is unfamiliar with these techniwues or unwilling to do this I would then obtain a second opinion.  Rhinoplasty specialists can be found through the Rhinoplasty Society. The names of board certified plastic and facial plastic surgeons will be available.

Victor Chung, MD · Answer

Many patients suffer from nasal obstruction or blocked breathing. The cause of this blockage may be a crooked septum, allergic disease, infection, large turbinates, or a complex nasal valve issue. The nasal valve issue can be internal, external or both. It can be static, dynamic, or both.  The Latera device from Spirox is made for specific cases of nasal valve problems. I would consult with a surgeon who understands the nasal valve and the new device before moving forward with a procedure. Safety comes first.

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