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One of the most frequent questions I get about rhinoplasty is whether the surgery is designed to improve breathing or appearance. The confusion often arises when distinguishing between functional and cosmetic goals for the procedure. Many patients want to address breathing problems or issues caused by trauma without significantly altering their facial aesthetics. Others are satisfied with their breathing but...

Recently I was asked about performing rhinoplasty on older patients at my St. Petersburg practice. While the common impression might be that patients who undergo rhinoplasty (also known as nose jobs or nasal reshaping) are younger females, that is not a rule. In fact, I frequently see patients in their 60s who want improvements made to their nasal shape. As...