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Can an Alarplasty Be Done Alone?

asked 2 years ago by likspur in austin, texas
Latest answer by William Portuese, MD
Question viewed 3,729 times
Tags: nostrils

and how much does it cost?

14 answers to Can an Alarplasty Be Done Alone?

Alarplasty can be performed as a standalone procedure

Yes, an alarplasty can be performed as a standalone procedure as long as the rest of the nose is completely within balance, which includes the tip, mid vault, and bridge. An alarplasty costs approximately $2500 and can be performed under local anesthesia if that is the only procedure necessary to improve the nose.

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

Is an alarplasty possible?

Yes, an alarplasty is possible, and even possible to do alone. As others have already noted in response to this question, the nose is far too complicated in terms of function and three-dimensional structure to address and evaluate any one aspect of the those without considering its overall impact on the entire nose and face. This is a situation best discussed with a board certified plastic surgeon, who can anticipate potential outcomes and discuss an comprehensive surgical plan with you.... more

Nirav Savalia, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Alarplasty or Weir Resection to narrow the nostrils can be done alone

Alarplasty or Weir resection of the flared nostrils can be done as a solitary procedure. In fact it is preferable and usually done alone.See before and after pictures of flared nostrils correction with Weir resection.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD
Boston Plastic Surgeon

Alaplasty can be done as a solitary procedure

Alaplasty can be done as a solitary procedure, but in my experience, there are very few patients for whom that is appropriate. Most patients who have wide nostril floors (the usual and best reason to alter the ala) have other imperfections that need attention. Most often, if the other changes are made, particularly narrowing the tip, there is some narrowing of the top of the ala such that there is less need for a separate procedure to be performed on them. Best advice: Have computer imaging... more

Robert Kotler, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Alarplasty (Narrowing the Nostril Width) as a Solitary Procedure?

Hi Liks, Alarplasty can be performed as a solitary procedure if indicated. The most common situation that alarplasty alone is carried out is after a rhinoplasty has healed, and the ala appear too wide. Make sure that narrowing your base alone won't cause disharmony with the rest of your nose before signing up for the operation. Good luck and be well. Dr. P

Michael A. Persky, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Alarplasty can be done alone

The use of alarplasty for wide nasal base has many different options. While is usually done at the end of a rhinoplasty, it can also be done exclsuively.

Richard Gentile, MD
Cleveland Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.facialplastics.org

Alarplasty can be done alone

The base of the nose can be corrected without doing other parts of the nose. The cost depends on "what" you want done, where the procedure will be performed and the experience of the surgeon. In general, the range can be from $1,500 - $3,000.

Michael Kulick, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

Reducing the alar rims

They are many different types of alar rims, skin types, nostril thicknesses, lumens, etc. and each requires a different surgery. It may be necessary to narrow the nostril sill, the ala itself, the alar height, the alar positioning etc. As many of my colleagues have also pointed out, everything you do to the nose affects everything else, not only the appearance but also the breathing. Your best best is to consult a board certified plastic surgeon with considerable experience in nasal... more

Brent Moelleken, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

It can be done

Improving the size or shape of the nostrils can be done alone. However, it is rare that a person's nose will only need the nostrils changed without needing a change in the other areas. The nose is a complex 3D structure. Sometimes changes in one area will need changes in the other areas to maintain balance and harmony. It is possible that reducing only the alar area will make the tip of the nose appear larger. Make sure to have a careful discussion about this with your surgeon. Don't be... more

John Diaz, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Yes, you should see a rhinoplasty specialist.

You don't have to do the whole nose if only the base bothers you. Remember though, when you do this you will make the rest of the nose appear wider.

Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Yes, It's Possible to Correct Wide Nostrils

Nostril reduction surgery (called Alarplasty / Alar Base Reduction) is a procedure that can narrow the width of the nostril base, decrease the amount of nostril flaring, or decrease the size of the nostrils. It is possible to perform this procedure alone or as part of a rhinoplasty. It can be performed alone, but keep in mind that in order for the nose to appear natural, it must adhere to certain proportions and also be in balance with the other facial features.

C. Spencer Cochran, MD
Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.rhinoplasty-usa.com

Alar resection can be done alone

It is possible to do alar resection alone. However, you need to consider that any change in one part of the nose will affect other parts of the nose as well. You need to look at the overall picture when considering any individual component.

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

What are you looking to achieve with Rhinoplasty?

Most folks seeking correction of wide nostrils have other issues that would need to be addressed at the time of surgery. For instance, most people with wide nostrils have a wide tip as well. Feel free to post / email me a full facial photo, and I'll be happy to share my thoughts. I hope this helps, and best regards.

Eric M. Joseph, MD
West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.ericmjoseph.com

Alarplasty can be done alone (nostril reduction for wide nose)

Yes the alarplasty can be dones alone. Typically this is combines with an alar cinching suture. Prices vary termendously and assuming that this is done under local anesthesia should be under $2500.