Cost of Simple Alar Base Reduction?

How much does alar base reduction surgery cost, especially if it's minor and uncomplicated? Also can it being done without being put under general...

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Alar Rim Graft to Reshape Nostrils and Columella?

I had 3 Rhinoplasties before since I had a very big nose. Dorsum has a silicone implant. Presently, I'm not happy with Alar/nostril thickess, shape (v...

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Alar Base Reduction and Weir Technique Difference?

What is the difference between an alar base reduction and the Weir technique? I was under the impression that both reduce the size of the nostrils.

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Alar Base Procedure for Asian Nose?

I'm fine with my nose, save for it's always been too large at the base, and is especially bad when I smile as it flares out. It's out of proportion...

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Narrowing a Thick-Skinned Nose?

My surgeon said my skin is thick and proposed an alar base reduction so that it would fit within the width of both eyes, but the wide tip would become...

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Alarplasty Recovery

How long does it take for the skin to recovery after alarplasty? How long does it take for the redness to fade away? How big will the scar be? How...

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Alar Base Reduction and Bridge Implants on Asian Nose?

I'd like to have alar base reduction as my nostrils flare too much when I smile and my nose is flat & droops down. Should I have the nose-tip...

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What is Alar Flaring?

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How to Treat Alar Retraction?

I've always been very self concious of my retracted nostrils. I hate the columella show- especially from the right side! Also, I hate how large/flared...

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How Bad Are the Scars from Alar Narrowing?

I need to narrow my nostrils. I worry about the scars being noticeable like there are "buggers" coming out of both nostrils. Am I being too...

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