Alarplasty for high and flared 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.  To accomplish this, the surgeon makes an incision in the crease where the nostril wall meets the... more

 If an alarplasty is performed on the flaring nostrils that are shown in the picture, this will result in higher flare and will look unnatural. It is not advised to do so.

Your  alae can be reduced and the nostril rims lowered with cartilage grafts. You will not be able to achieve a nose that looks exactly like Janet Jackson's, but sharing this will give your surgeon a clear understanding of what you would like to achieve. With that information he/she can help you establish... more

Although I am not sure you can have a nose as narrow as Janet Jackson, you should certainly be able to accomplish your goals. An alarplasty alone just wont get you there. You would need a comprehensive Rhinoplasty and a good amount of patience to achieve that sort of look. The pro and cons of your... more

The nose type and appearance you are requesting may require a complex procedure at significant expense. The heighten the bridge you will require a graft (ear or rib) or less preferably an implant. The nasal tip will have to be built up to match the new bridge as well, This may require grafts from the... more

 You will need not only an alar reduction but also a lowering of your high nostrils as well. The nose can be narrowed at the same time. See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon who has done many ethnic noses.

I read your questions, and saw your frontal photo. Although you may require surgery to address all of your concerns, you could consider a non-surgical approach with Injectable Fillers to lower the height of your nostrils. This could lead to less nostril show. I don't find your bridge to be too wide. I've... more

Alarplasty is only one part of nasal reconstruction. It ususally is performed at the end of the surgery. Think of the procedure similar to listening to a symphony. The last part only makes sense after the first parts have been heard. The size, shape and contour of the alae should  relate to the rest of... more

 Your pictures from the front is helpful but the lateral view is a must for evaluation of the nose. Rhinoplasty with narrowing of the dorsum and tip rhinoplasty and alar reduction will help. I like to do computer imaging for all rhinoplasty and discuss the changes with the patient.  There are... more

Every rhinoplasty has to be tailored for the individual.  Things can be altered, but unlikely to give you the exact result of someone else.  Alar base reductions can be performed can certainly the dorsum can be narrowed.