Cosmetic Rhinoplasty and Nasal Obstruction: What I Look For, How Do I Evaluate the Patient

The airway must not be ignored in cosmetic rhinoplasty operations, and it is important to address the 4 areas that restrict airflow namely the septum, the turbinates, the mid-vault, and the external nasal valve. Numerous techniques exist that treat these areas without any compromise in esthetic outcome. Techniques include lateral wall suture suspension methods, specialized sutures of the lateral crus, and articulated alar rim grafts.