Changing the position of the nose in surgery? (Photo)

January 18, 2024

Hello . I had surgery two and a half years ago. My surgeon said that at the same time, in order to fix the gummy smile, we will pull your nose down a little and keep it in its new position with the septum extension so that the upper lip also comes down a little. After surgery I have chronic (intermittent) congestion. Also, runny nose when eating or in cold weather. Can this change in the position of the nose be the cause of these breathing problems - is there a change in the air flow pattern?

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January 20, 2024

Answer: Yes there can be a change in the breathing pattern...

Steven M. Denenberg, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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January 20, 2024

Answer: Yes there can be a change in the breathing pattern...

Steven M. Denenberg, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
January 20, 2024

Answer: Nasal congestion post rhinoplasty

Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
January 20, 2024

Answer: Nasal congestion post rhinoplasty

Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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