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Are There Ways To Narrow My Wide Nostrils?

asked 5 months ago by Jey in USA
Latest answer by Scott R. Brundage, M.D.
Question viewed 155 times
Tags: narrow, nostril reduction, wide

I have wide/big nostrils. Can surgeon narrow it A LOT? Can they be barely vertical?

11 answers to Are There Ways To Narrow My Wide Nostrils?

Nostril narrowing.

Yes, the nostrils can be narrowed. How much will depend on your nostril and tip shape and what might be done to the tip.

Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

Are Their Way To Narrow My Wide Nostrils?

Hi Jay, Yes it is possible to narrow the nostrils alot. Usually Ii perform a vertical and horizontal narrowing for very large nostrils. Below is a link with many examples of narrowed large nostrils. Best, Dr.S.

Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD
New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.facechange.org

Nostril Reduction is Possible

What you are asking about is called Alar Base Reduction. It is commonly called Weir excisions after the surgeon who originally described it. There are different types of reductions and it depends on the deformity at hand. It can be done to just reduce the ala without changing the nostril dimension or it can be a reduction of both. Your surgeon who examines you will determine and recommend what is best for you. It does entail external incisions on the outside of the nose but these are... more

Scott R. Brundage, M.D.
Grand Rapids Plastic Surgeon

Narrowing Wide Nostrils

Wide nostrils can e narrowed, but I don't know what you are asking when you suggest you want them narrowed "a lot". That is a very subjective term. The nostrils should be brought into proportion with the rest of your nasal structures.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Nostril narrowing during rhinoplasty

The most important concept during rhinoplasty is BALANCE. Wide nostrils can be narrowed but only to the point of good proportionality. Review with your surgeon your goals. Look at pre and post op pictures to see how he/she views balance in the face. Beware of the surgeon whose pre and post op pictures reveal an over-operated, unnatural result.

Daniel Greenwald, MD
Tampa Plastic Surgeon

bayshoreplasticsurgery.com

Narrowing nostrils

Depending upon the individual, the nostrils can be narrowed, but they can not be narrowed too much or it may cause breathing difficulties. Differnt forms of alar base reduction can be performed to accomplish your goals.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Nostril reduction with rhinoplasty

Alar reduction surgery can be done to reduce the size of the nostril. Your surgeon will determine if reduction in the nostril size, the nostril flare, or a combination of both is required. Incisions typically are placed along the floor or sill of the nostril and occasionally extend externally along the external nostril. Computer imaging can help with planning the procedure. Scarring will result but generally when performed by a trained facial plastic surgeon or plastic... more

Philip Solomon, MD
Toronto Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.solomonfacialplastic.com

Flared or wide nostril reduction

Wide nostrils can be significantly reduced through a number of different techniques known as alar base reductions. Depeding on if it is the nostril opening that is wide or if there is too much nostril flare, either internal, external or a combination of the techniques can be utilized to reduce them. First find a skilled rhinoplasty surgeon who has done these procedure before.

Jason D. Bloom, MD
Philadelphia Facial Plastic Surgeon

Yes, they can be narrowed

But -- you dont want to narrow them too much . It is called an alar base resection where part of the flare is removed. A small scar is in the crease, but when it heals it is barely visible.

William B. Rosenblatt, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Nostril Reduction

Yes, wide, flaring nostrils can be improved significantly. Your best route would be to arrange for a consultation with an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon in your area. He/she will be able to advise you and tell you about realistic expectations. A good doctor search is through the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Good luck!

William H. Gorman, MD
Austin Plastic Surgeon

www.whgormanmd.com

Reducing or narrowing the size of the nostrils

Certainly, the size of the nostrils can be reduced, however without photos or a physical exam, it is not possible to comment on the amount of reduction that can be achieved. Start by having a consultation with a board certified facial plastic or plastic surgeon where a physical exam and discussion of your expectations and options can take place. Best of luck.