Nostril size often included in a Rhinoplasty

Phillip Chang, MD answers: Addressing nostril size in one Rhinoplasty procedure?

I'm about to have Rhinoplasty done and I asked my doctor to also narrow my nostrils in one surgery, but he said that its not wise to do it and it's an isolated procedure. I've never heard that before. I thought I can have my bridge narrowed down, reduce the size of my tip and perk up my nose at the same time as I wanted to narrow the nostrils. What do you think? Thanks.


Phillip Chang, MD
2 months ago

Nostril size is often included in a rhinoplasty procedure. This procedure is called a Wier Excision Procedure. Although this procedure is not employed in every nose job,  I routinely perform it when it is appropriate. 

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