Objective: To describe the new technique of alar expansion and reinforcement as a
comprehensive approach to the surgical management of nasal valve collapse. Methods …

Objectives To assess the cross-sectional area and angle of the internal nasal valve more
accurately by reformatting computed tomography (CT) scans of the nasal airway according …

A clinical study was conducted to determine the effect of nasal valve lift treatment using
absorbable, polylactic acid, self-retaining cone threads (Silhouette Soft) in patients with …

Nasal valve collapse is a common cause of nasal airway obstruction. The valve area is
commonly weakened secondary to rhinoplasty, aging, trauma, and other causes. The …

The nasal valve area is not a singular structure, but a complex three-dimensional construct
consisting of several morphological structures. From the physiologic point of view, it is the …

Objective: To describe and evaluate our experience with the surgical technique of nasal
valve suspension for treating nasal valve insufficiency. Methods: Twenty patients with nasal …

The intent of functional rhinoplasty is to improve nasal airflow (and the perception thereof) by
surgically correcting the anatomical sources of obstruction in the nasal airway. Cosmetic and …

Successful cosmetic rhinoplasty requires a thorough preoperative analysis of both aesthetic
and functional characteristics of the nose. Close attention should be paid to the internal and …

Correction of the crooked or deviated nose can be very complex and requires use of a wide
range of surgical techniques to straighten the nose and maximize nasal function. The …

Impaired nasal breathing or collapse of the lateral side wall of the nasal valve region during
inspiration is a frequently encountered symptom. In general, this is caused by a cross …