How Much Nostril Base Reduction is Possible with Natural Results?

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can the junction between nose base and face changed or brought in? if not how is the nose base width reduced?

11 answers to How Much Nostril Base Reduction is Possible with Natural Results?

Alar base reduction.

The alar base can be narrowed, but how much it is narrowed depends on other factors as well. An experienced rhinoplasty surgeon knows how much to narrow this without making the tip look larger, etc. See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon and you should not have any problem.

Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

Reducing the width of the nostrils

Reduction of the width or flaring of the nostrils can be achieved through alar base reduction in rhinoplasty. These are commonly performed in my San Francisco Bay Area ethnic rhinoplasty practice, most often for Asian, African-American, and Indian patients. The most commonly employed techniques are the Sill Excision and Weir Excision. Careful examination and analysis of the nose can determine whether your issue is excessive width, flaring, or a combination of both. The... more

Umang Mehta, MD
Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.mehtaplasticsurgery.com

Alar reduction - goals and risks

The alar base can certainly be narrowed. However, the technical aspect in this case is far less important than the artistry. For example, if the alar base is narrowed too much, the tip of the nose can appear bulky. Should the alar bases be repositioned? Patients from India often want their alar bases positioned lower to match the columellar show, not just narrowed. What is the relationship between the nose and all its parts and the face as a whole? You... more

Brent Moelleken, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Nostril base reduction with natural results

The nasal base is reduced through alar plasty incisions whereby the 3-5 mm of skin can be removed from the base of the nostrils, which narrows the nostrils themselves. The columellar show can be brought in 3-5 mm and by differential trimming of the caudal and columellar septum, both cartilaginous and membranous components.

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

Alar Base Reduction

There are several techniques to narrow the base of the nose - the technique depends on the amount of nostril relative to the tip height and the absolute width of the nasal base relative to your facial width and proportions. It is sometimes necessary to remove excess nostril skin and sometimes necessary to remove the skin between the nostrils. It is very important that the surgeon not remove too much nostril skin or remove the acute transition zone between the nostril and... more

Daniel Reichner, MD
Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon

Alar Base Reduction

Hello, Yes, it is possible to change the width of your nostrils with alar base reduction surgery. When performed properly by a highly skilled surgeon, alar base reduction surgery can yield excellent results. It is important to choose a surgeon who has a great deal of experience with the procedure. Thank you, and good luck to you. Dr. Nassif

Paul S. Nassif, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Nasal base reduction

The base of the nose can be reduced by reducing the size of the nostril openings or leave them intact and just change the thickness of the nasal alar. If your nasal base is very wide both should be changed to achieve a more balanced look. There are many different ways to reduce a nostril and it all depends on the shape of the nostril. It is often done in an ethnic nose. Make sure to find a surgeon that has done many of these type of noses.

Norman Ge, MD
Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

Natural Result after Nasal Base Reduction

A natural result is less dependant on how much is removed, but rather on how much is left after reduction. Nasal size and contour above the base will determine exactly what should be done to achive a natural, proportional result.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Nostril base reduction

If the base of the nostrils is wider than the medial or inside portion of the lower eyelid margin, it is reasonable to narrow the nostril base. Typically, this is done through small incisions in the sill or hidden aspect of the nostril openings. Sometimes depending upon flaring other adjustments need to be made but it is an acceptable procedure that is often performed in conjunction with a rhinoplasty or nose surgery but can be done as a stand alone procedure.

Scott Trimas, MD
Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

Nostril base width reduction

Certainly the nostril base can be reduced in patients taht apepar wide. But this will vary from individual to individual.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Nostril base reduction is possible with natural results

The base of the nose and nostril can be flared and be a point of concern in a rhinoplasty procedure. How much can the flare or base width be reduced? Actually quite a lot. The proportion of the width of the base of the nose relative to the projection and width of the tip is an important aesthetic balance. There a many patterns to use to reduce the nostril base and keep a natural appearance. An experienced rhinoplasty surgeon should be able to see it through. Best of luck... more