Can Rhinoplasty Surgery Make my Breathing Worse?

When it comes to rhinoplasty, form and function go hand in hand. A nose which is straight, well balanced and well-constructed should also function well in terms of breathing. After rhinoplasty, there may be a period of a few weeks or months during which the nose is more congested than baseline but this should be a transient phenomenon. In the long run, rhinoplasty which is performed by an expert surgeon should improve your ability to breathe (if you have any difficulty) or maintain your nasal airway in cosmetic surgeries. 

Thank you for your question. Rhinoplasty surgery has no direct effect on bad breath. Bad breath is mostly caused by cavities, gum disease, respiratory infections, or bronchitis. In some cases, it can be due to sinus infection but rhinoplasty surgery does not cause these issues. Hope this helps.

It is very true that older techniques in rhinoplasty could make patients have breathing problems. Modern structural rhinoplasty is very different. Using surgery methods that are non-destructive we can deliver very good cosmetic changes without sacrificing function. In my practice we often combine functional and cosmetic surgery where we are making patients breath better while improving the appearance of their nose. It is essential that you talk to your surgeon about these concerns and make sure they use modern structural techniques