Is it possible to reduce the alar base without reducing nostril size? I want a thinner alar base, but I don't know if it's possible. I don't have any flare to my nostrils at all, and my nostrils are already small (breathing is sortof important). Is there a procedure that will reduce my width at the base without compromising my nostril size/breathing?
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May 18, 2009
Answer: Alar Base Reduction Without Changing Nostril Size
It is best to remove stitches in the face by the fifth day so as not to leave any railroad tracking on the incision. Additionally, any sutures left in nine days will leave railroad tracking and should be avoided.
For lower blepharoplasty performed through the back of the eyelid (transconjunctival) surgery can be performed safely at any time as Accutane does not put you at any greater risk of scarring for this approach. For alar base reduction and alarplasty, 2 months is a sufficient interval to...
Hi hoho3319,
It certainly is possible to maintain the appearance of your profile and to simply decrease the width and flare of your nostrils and ala with an alarplasty. However, it's important to be cognizant of the effect this will have on the proportions of your nose. If your nostrils are...