Mouth breathing is a common problem that can have serious consequences if left untreated. In this blog post, we will discuss what mouth breathing is, the causes, and the possible consequences. We will also talk about the solutions to mouth breathing, including surgery in some cases. What is mouth breathing? Mouth breathing is when you […]

Snoring is a very common issue, with some estimates positing that nearly half of adults snore at least occasionally. This can be annoying and cause disturbances to healthy sleep for both snorers and their sleep partners. Snoring can be a symptom of a number of different problems, but a skilled ENT doctor can often help […]

One of the most common nasal conditions we encounter as rhinoplasty surgeons is a deviated septum. This issue can have a number of different causes and cause a range of different symptoms and functional issues. It can also place you at a higher risk of developing worsening issues over time if not properly addressed. Here […]

In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Agan and Dr. Shah discuss nasal valve collapse and repair with Dr. Moustafa Mourad, a New York City-based facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. SHOW NOTES First, Dr. Mourad delineates how he evaluates patients presenting with possible nasal valve collapse. There are two sets of nasal valves, an internal […]

If you’re thinking about getting plastic surgery, the amount of information out there can be a bit overwhelming, and when doing research it may be tricky to tell what information is reliable and what isn’t. As a surgeon who is experienced in a variety of face, head, and neck procedures, I’m very aware of many […]

Allergy season can be a brutal time of year for some people, with allergic reactions to things like grass and pollen causing congestion, discomfort, and other irritating symptoms affecting the nose and respiratory system. Maybe you’ve more or less accepted seasonal allergies as a fact of life, but if they’re causing you problems year after […]

A hole in the nose is medically referred to as a nasal septal perforation. This hole appears in the nasal septum, a portion of cartilage that separates the left and the right nasal airway passages. The symptoms can vary depending on the size of the perforation and other factors, but may include pain, runny nose, […]

The symptoms of a sinus infection (also known as sinusitis or rhinosinusitis), may initially be difficult to distinguish from those of a common cold. If you have a runny nose or some sinus pressure, it may not be the sort of thing that sets off any alarm bells for you. However, sometimes these symptoms will […]

Is there a difference between a male and female rhinoplasty? Rhinoplasty is guided by the goals and desires of the patient, and each individual rhinoplasty should be specifically tailored to a patient’s needs, goals, and expectations. There is also no particular difference between the essential technique being used in either procedure. That being said, certain […]

What are a few reasons why your nose might whistle when you breathe in? In order to understand what can cause a whistling nose, one first needs to understand why a nose may whistle. The nose is designed to direct air in a straight path towards the outside world into the lungs. The nose is […]

Dr. Moustafa Mourad was recently featured on ENT Expert Opinion Podcast with host, Dr. Niall Jefferson. An audio podcast for Otolaryngology Ear Nose and Throat, Head and Neck Surgery. This podcast is designed as an learning tool. A direct way to update clinicians on all things ENT. Dr. Mourad and Dr. Jefferson discussed the clinical […]

Dr. Moustafa Mourad was recently featured on ENT Expert Opinion Podcast with host, Dr. Niall Jefferson. An audio podcast for Otolaryngology Ear Nose and Throat, Head and Neck Surgery. This podcast is designed as a learning tool. A direct way to update clinicians on all things ENT. In this episode, Dr. Niall Jefferson asks Dr. […]

Dr. Mourad was featured on Daily Mail where he discussed the overwhelming amount of shootings that have happened in 2020 and how it affected him. You can read the full article HERE.

We’re excited to present to you another incredible interview with award-winning plastic surgeon, Dr. Moustafa Mourad. As a double board-certified in head and neck surgery, as well as facial plastic surgery and reconstruction, Dr. Mourad & Dr. Davis are the perfect duo for an insightful conversation. Tune in to this week’s episode featuring Dr. Mourad to […]

Nasal implants are synthetic products that are placed in the nose to alter the size, shape, or overall structure of the nose. Implants are typically placed for two reasons- either to enhance the shape of the nose as an adjunct to rhinoplasty, or to improve the nasal airway by strengthening the nasal valve area (link […]