Hi John,
From looking at the photo that you have provided, it does not appear that your need either tip or alar reduction.
Get a few opinions from well trained, qualified rhinoplasty surgeons.
Good luck and be well.
Dr. P
I am not sure if I need tip reduction. My surgeon reccommended I should have it otherwise if I have alar reduction, my bulbous tip of my nose will stand out. Is it true? What are the side effects of tip reduction (swelling, bruising, scars)? How long will ithey last?

Hi John,
From looking at the photo that you have provided, it does not appear that your need either tip or alar reduction.
Get a few opinions from well trained, qualified rhinoplasty surgeons.
Good luck and be well.
Dr. P
Proper balance between different parts of the nasal structures is absolutely necessary to achieve the ideal aesthetic result. If you decide to trust your surgeon to operate on your face, listen to his/her recommendations. You should be aware of the morbidity and possible complications; they are minimal by most standards. Don;t compromise your results to minimize transient bruising and swelling.
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