Our team at the Center for Sinus, Sleep, & Facial Plastic Surgery can help if you’re struggling with nasal breathing. Do you wake up stuffy or power through afternoons with a dry mouth? How about skipping workouts because every breath feels like a chore? If that’s you, you’re not alone. Millions of adults struggle to breathe through narrowed nasal passages. And the long-term toll on sleep, focus, and energy is real. Thankfully, Dr. Monica Tadros has two offices in New York and Englewood that offer proven surgical solutions that let you breathe deeper and live better!
Dual Board Certification
Dr. Tadros is dual board-certified in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. She can treat the inside and outside of your nose in one comprehensive plan. With more than 20 years of experience, countless top doctor awards, and offices in Midtown Manhattan and Englewood, she has earned a national reputation for restoring breathing while refining appearance. Every one of Dr. Tadros’ treatments is tailored to your lifestyle, work, and sleep patterns.
Why Comfortable Nose Breathing Matters
Your nose is your body’s natural air filter and humidifier. Each time you inhale, your body warms, moistens, and clears dust from your breath. And that’s before it even enters your lungs! When congestion forces you to rely on mouth breathing, you lose that vital prep work. As a result, you may snore, feel chronically tired, or develop facial and dental changes over time. Persistent mouth-breathing has even been linked to narrow jaws, poor posture, and daytime fatigue. Restoring smooth nasal breathing with Dr. Tadros often lifts mood, boosts exercise capacity, and improves sleep quality.
Five Common Roadblocks to Breathing Through Your Nose
- Deviated septum – a crooked divider that closes off space from one or both airways.
- Enlarged turbinates – swollen “air filters” choke your airflow.
- Nasal valve collapse – weak sidewalls cave in on deep breaths.
- Chronic sinusitis or polyps – trapped mucus and inflammation block passages.
- Past injury or cosmetic surgery – scar tissue or over-reduction narrows the internal space.
Surgical Solutions at a Glance
Septoplasty, turbinate reduction, nasal valve repair, functional rhinoplasty, and balloon sinuplasty are the core procedures Dr. Tadros uses to clear airflow. Many of our New York and Englewood patients benefit from a combined approach that fixes multiple problems in one safe session. Depending on your insurance, all or part of your procedure may be covered. Our team can help you understand all your coverage and benefits.
Septoplasty
A bent septum can leave one nostril almost useless. During septoplasty, Dr. Tadros repositions cartilage and bone entirely inside your nose (no visible cuts). Patients usually breathe more freely within a week, report less snoring, and often notice fewer morning headaches. Why? Because oxygen flow is finally balanced on both sides. The outpatient procedure takes about an hour, and most people return to their regular schedules in two to three days.
Turbinate Reduction
Inferior turbinates (small bone structures in your nose that filter the air you breathe) swell in response to allergies, infections, or irritation. When medication fails, Dr. Tadros offers radiofrequency or microdebrider techniques that shrink the tissue while protecting its important filtering role. Many reductions happen right in the office with only local anesthesia. Patients often feel instant relief—they tell us they can breathe deeper with much less effort.
Nasal Valve Repair & Functional Rhinoplasty
Your nasal valve is the narrowest part of your airway. If it’s weak or pinched, even a perfect septum can’t deliver smooth airflow. Dr. Tadros reinforces the valve with small cartilage grafts and supportive sutures, sometimes aided by in-office devices like VivAer®. Because she’s also a facial plastic surgeon, she can refine your outer nose at the same time.
Balloon Sinuplasty & Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Chronic sinusitis traps mucus and pressure behind blocked openings. Balloon sinuplasty threads a narrow catheter into these passages gently inflates a tiny balloon, and flushes debris without any cutting or bone removal. For more severe diseases or stubborn polyps, Dr. Tadros performs endoscopic sinus surgery under light anesthesia, removing problem tissue through slim scopes. It’s just one more way our New York and Englewood team can help keep you going.
Your Journey: Consultation to Recovery
- Detailed Evaluation – Nasal endoscopy, digital airflow measurements, and low-dose CT imaging map every blockage.
- Personalized Plan – You’ll review 3-D visuals with Dr. Tadros and choose a treatment that fits your goals and schedule.
- Quick, Precise Procedures – Most surgeries finish in under 90 minutes with IV sedation or twilight anesthesia.
- Smooth Healing – Minimal packing and dissolvable stitches mean less pain or discomfort. Your swelling should ease in about a week; exercise can resume in two to three weeks.
Life After Surgery: Real-World Benefits
- Deeper sleep—no more waking gasping for air.
- Higher energy—steady oxygen boosts workouts and workdays.
- Fewer medications—goodbye daily decongestant sprays and adhesive nose strips.
- A confident profile—your nose looks balanced and feels limitless.
Nasal Breathing FAQs
Will insurance help pay?
Our New York and Englewood teams will work with your insurance company to help you get the most out of your coverage.
Is recovery painful?
Most people describe it as pressure or mild congestion rather than pain. Over-the-counter pain relief usually suffices.
Can I combine cosmetic changes with breathing surgery?
Absolutely. Dr. Tadros frequently blends functional repair with subtle reshaping, so you heal once and enjoy both benefits.
Ready to Breathe Through Your Nose Again?
If you’re getting dragged down by nasal congestion that just won’t let up, schedule a consultation with the Center for Sinus, Sleep, & Facial Plastic Surgery. Dr. Monica Tadros has offices conveniently located in New York and Englewood, and we look forward to meeting you.