Can Septorhinoplasty Help Snoring and Mouth Breathing?

mrtimbiggs4
Nov 17
2 min read

Snoring and mouth breathing are incredibly common problems, often blamed on the throat or soft palate. But in many cases, the real issue starts higher up: with nasal obstruction.

If you can’t breathe properly through your nose, your body compensates by breathing through the mouth, particularly during sleep. This can cause snoring, poor sleep quality, and even daytime fatigue.

At Adnova Clinic in Fareham, near Portsmouth and Winchester, I see many patients whose snoring and mouth breathing are linked to structural nasal issues. For many, the long-term solution is a functional septorhinoplasty.

Why Nasal Breathing Matters

The nose isn’t just a tube, it warms, filters, and humidifies air before it reaches the lungs. When you breathe through the mouth, that natural conditioning is lost, which can lead to:

Dry mouth and sore throat
Noisy or irregular breathing during sleep
Increased snoring
Poor sleep quality
Waking unrefreshed

If you always wake with a dry mouth or find it impossible to keep your mouth closed at night, nasal blockage is often the reason.

Common Nasal Causes of Snoring and Mouth Breathing

Several structural problems inside the nose can restrict airflow:

Deviated septum – the wall dividing your nose leans to one side, narrowing the airway
Nasal valve collapse – the narrowest part of the nasal passage weakens and collapses during inhalation
Post-traumatic deformity – previous injury distorts both the inside and outside of the nose

While sprays or nasal dilator strips may help temporarily, these issues are mechanical, not inflammatory, meaning only structural correction provides lasting relief.

How Septorhinoplasty Helps

A functional septorhinoplasty corrects both the internal septal deviation and the external framework of the nose. The aim is to restore free, stable nasal airflow while maintaining a natural appearance.

At Adnova Clinic, I perform this operation using Piezo ultrasonic technology and dorsal preservation techniques, allowing precise reshaping with minimal trauma. Patients breathe through their nose immediately after surgery, there is no nasal packing, and recovery is smooth and comfortable.

Many patients notice a major reduction in snoring and improved sleep quality once nasal airflow is restored.

Is It Right for You?

If you:

Can’t breathe through your nose comfortably
Rely on nasal strips or decongestants at night
Wake with a dry mouth
Snore despite trying standard remedies

…then structural nasal obstruction may be the root cause — and functional septorhinoplasty could help.

Summary

Snoring and mouth breathing are often symptoms of a deeper nasal airflow problem. By correcting structural issues like septal deviation and valve collapse, functional septorhinoplasty can dramatically improve airflow and sleep quality.

For patients in Portsmouth, Fareham, and across Hampshire, consultations are available with Mr Tim Biggs, Consultant ENT & Rhinology Surgeon, at Adnova Clinic.