Rhinoplasty is typically thought of as a cosmetic procedure; however, treatment can have
significantly implications for the function of the nasal airway. Nasal obstruction is a common
complaint. An esthetically pleasing outcome that significantly compromises nasal airway
function may be considered as an unsuccessful result by some surgeons. A recent survey of
plastic surgeons shows that nearly 40% of surgeons report difficulty breathing
postrhinoplasty in more than 20% of patients and that almost 30% of these surgeons do not …