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Alar Base Scars After Rhinoplasty. What Are Some Treatment Options? (photo)

Hello, Two years ago I had a closed rhinoplasty with alar base surgery.The right side alar base did not attach completely and there was scarring.After 9 months, the PS performed surgery on the area to remove the scar.The stitches were removed after 5 days and the area of the incision did not close at all but a large round bloody wound remained.It took about 2 months for the wound to close with sutures scars again.The PS said he can "cork" the scars.Can laser skin resurfacing treat these scars?TY

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Laser Scar Treatment After Rhinoplasty

Dear Anon, Unfortunately, scarring due to the type of surgery you had is not that common but it seems that the thickness of your nasal skin contributed delaying your pace of recovery. Simply, laser skin resurfacing may be a possible option if the area of your scar were not at a difficult position to manipulate; your best bet could be a scar excision I encourage you to consult with your surgeon or with others of reputable certification and of extensive experience to be... more

Scars after alar reduction

The scars after alar reduction may, unfortunately, be visible, especially in people with thick sebaceous skin. I would consider laser resurfacing of the area.

Alar base scars post rhinoplasty

Hi there, It's rare to see poor alar base scars, so you are unlucky. I don't think your ps has done a poor job. Your skin looks thick, with deep pores, and olive in type? It's hard to be sure of that from your photo, so please excuse me if thats not correct, but it's the impression I get from the pic. This skin type has advantages - it ages slowly, and has an attractive appearance. But it can scar poorly, especially around the nose. I agree with the... more

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