Is it true that the nose is runnier after rhinoplasty?

One of the primary functions of the nose is to humidify the air which we inhale into our lungs. The humidity of the inhaled air should be at 100 percent prior to entering the lungs. However, in the normal environment that we live, the humidity is around 10%. Hence, the nose performs the function of evaporating enough water into the inhaled air so that the disparity in humidity is covered.

If you had a big nose and your rhinoplasty procedure made it smaller, then you will obviously be left with half the nasal volume you had before. So, only half the earlier volume of air will move through your nose even though the mucus surfaces would evaporate the same amount of water as before. As a result, there will be excess water in your nose that will have nowhere else to go but out. This can lead most people to believe that the rhinoplasty causes the nose to be runnier than normal.

In general, a rhinoplasty doesn’t cause anyone’s nose to be runnier than usual. However, if a drastic reduction in the nasal airway is performed then the earlier mentioned humidity issue can occur.

For any concerns and questions regarding a rhinoplasty, consult Dr. Foster today! He will put your mind at ease about everything!

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