Turbinate reduction: what to expect

Written By Katie Preston

What are turbinates in the nose?

The turbinates are structures on the side wall of the inside of the nose. They project into the nasal passages as ridges of tissue. The turbinates help to warm, moisturise and clean the air as it flows through the nose. The inferior turbinates can block nasal airflow when they are enlarged.

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Turbinate reduction: what to expect
Turbinate reduction: what to expect

The turbinates are structures on the side wall of the inside of the nose. They project into the nasal passages as ridges of tissue.

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