Rhinoplasty, or nose job surgery, is often performed to improve the appearance of the nose, but frequently it is done to improve the function of the nose as well. A nose that looks good should also function well. Being able to move adequate air through the nasal passages is a key function of the nose. When patients are not able to breathe through the nose, particularly at night, they are predisposed to snoring, which can interfere with sleep. More important, nasal obstruction can also contribute to symptoms of sleep apnea, in which blockage of the airway causes a cyclical sleep-arousal cycle, and can predispose patients to additional health problems.
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