Can Rhinoplasty Help With Sinus Problems?

Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a nose job, is often associated with enhancing facial aesthetics. However, this highly specialized procedure can also address functional concerns, including chronic sinus problems. Misaligned or obstructed nasal structures can lead to persistent congestion, sinus infections, and difficulty breathing. By correcting these issues, rhinoplasty can improve both nasal function and overall facial harmony.

In this blog, we’ll explore how rhinoplasty can enhance both sinus health and nasal aesthetics. Dr. Ali Qureshi at South Coast Plastic Surgery offers a holistic approach to rhinoplasty in Irvine, Orange County & Ladera Ranch, focusing on both functional and cosmetic improvements.

Traditional Rhinoplasty vs. Just Breathe™ Rhinoplasty

Traditional rhinoplasty focuses on cosmetic refinement, improving the nose’s shape and symmetry but often overlooking functional concerns. At South Coast Plastic Surgery, Just Breathe™ rhinoplasty goes beyond aesthetics, integrating advanced techniques to enhance both nasal structure and long-term breathing function.

How We Can Improve Sinus Health and Breathing

When nasal structures are misaligned or obstructed, they can cause persistent congestion, sinus infections, and breathing difficulties. Just Breathe™ rhinoplasty is designed to correct these issues while preserving natural aesthetics, unlike traditional rhinoplasty, which primarily focuses on appearance.

Common conditions that rhinoplasty can correct include:

• Deviated septum: A misaligned septum can obstruct airflow, causing chronic congestion and infections.
• Enlarged turbinates: When swollen, these nasal structures can block airflow and contribute to sinus issues.
• Nasal valve collapse: Weak nasal valves restrict breathing and can lead to persistent discomfort.
• Chronic nasal congestion: Structural blockages prevent proper sinus drainage and airflow.
• Previous nasal trauma: Injuries can cause obstructions that interfere with breathing.

Depending on your needs, our surgeon may recommend a combination of treatments, such as septoplasty to straighten the septum, turbinate reduction to open the nasal airway, or structural support to prevent collapse. These techniques work together to improve both function and aesthetics, helping you breathe easier while achieving a balanced, natural-looking result.

Your Functional Rhinoplasty Journey

Rhinoplasty is a highly customized procedure tailored to each patient’s needs. Depending on the complexity of your sinus concerns, our surgeons may recommend one of two primary surgical approaches:

• Open Rhinoplasty: Provides full access to nasal structures for significant reshaping, including corrections to the septum and nasal passages.
• Closed Rhinoplasty: Involves internal incisions for less extensive modifications, resulting in no visible scarring.

The procedure is typically performed under local or general anesthesia, and most patients can return home the same day. Recovery involves wearing a splint for about a week, with most visible swelling subsiding within a few weeks.