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a rhinoplasty is designed to improve the shape of the nose. It really has no role in improving the pore size at all. I’m fact, it may increase pore size for a time. If you have a deviated septum, this may be treated with a septoplasty either by itself or in conjunction with a rhinoplasty. Your air filters called turbinates may also be treated if they are very swollen. An appointment with a plastic surgeon or ENT surgeon should be made to see if these issues are present in your case. Best regards, Prashant Soni M.D.
No surgery is going to help with skin pores. Endoscopic sinus surgery is performed when patients have polyps in their sinuses creating chronic and extensive sinus infections. Allergic rhinitis is treated with medications and allergy desensitization shots. Rhinoplasty is performed for cosmetic purposes to change the shape of the nose. For more information about the different types of functional versus cosmetic nasal surgery, please see the link and the video below
The size of the pores will not cause you to have trouble breathing. There are numerous causes of nasal airway obstruction .You should consult with a certified plastic surgeon to discuss the reasons and treatment options for your problem.Thank you for your question.
Hi,Its difficult to say what the root problem of you breathing is without examining you in person. There could be many reasons for nasal obstruction. Even pics would help make some assesment of your issues. Feel free to send some photos.Best,Dr.S.
Yes, whether you have allergies or simple a common cold, the chronic irritation of blowing your nose can cause a temporary congestion of the nasal soft tissues which could result in the temporary appearance of an enlarged nose. The operative term is temporary enlargement !
As every surgeon on Realself will tell you, you'll need to wait. 6 months, 12 months...until the healing is done. I'm interested in what 2 'implants' would have been used in your nose...do you mean cartilage grafts that were 'implanted'? Regardless, you can still hope...but you are not going to...
Improving the appearance of a crooked nose and nostril asymmetry is a common request of many patients seeking nasal surgery. The improvements you seek can often be achieved with a rhinoplasty. I would recommend an in-person examination so that a surgeon can thoroughly examine the inside and ...