Alar Base Reduction Techniques?

   Cinching sutures are certainly effective, and they can produce a nice result.  However, the sutures can loosen or break.  I have used them in certain cases, but I primarily rely upon excisional techniques.  Find the plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of rhinoplasties each year.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Hello meow1978, There are a few ways of achieving a reduction in the width of the nostrils. Cinching sutures can be an option but the results may not be as long lasting as you'd like. A weir-type incision usually gives more predictable results.

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