Breathe Easy: A Detailed Look at the Anatomy Behind Your Nasal Health“

The nose is a prominent facial feature with a crucial role in breathing and the sense of smell. Here are some main points about the anatomy of the nose: External Nose: The visible part of the nose that protrudes from the face. Composed of bone and cartilage. Nasal Cavity: Located inside the skull and divided into two nasal passages by the nasal septum. Lined with a mucous membrane that helps humidify and filter inhaled air. Nasal Septum: A wall of cartilage and bone that divides the nasal cavity into left and right sides. Nasal Conchae/Turbinates: Bony projections within the nasal cavity that help increase surface area and enhance air turbulence for better filtration and humidification. Paranasal Sinuses: Air-filled cavities surrounding the nasal cavity, including the frontal, ethmoid, sphenoid, and maxillary sinuses. Play a role in resonating sound, reducing the weight of the skull, and producing mucus. Nasal Vestibule: The anterior part of the nasal cavity, j