I do not think that my alar reduction was successful. My nostrils seem to have lost their curve. What can be done? Also would dermabrasion help with the scars?
Answer: Nostril Curve after Alar Reduction
You don't mention when the surgery was done. Wait at least 6-12 months to critique your nostril contour. Dermabrasion will do little to improve the scars. Ultimately, scar revision may be necessary.
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Answer: Nostril Curve after Alar Reduction
You don't mention when the surgery was done. Wait at least 6-12 months to critique your nostril contour. Dermabrasion will do little to improve the scars. Ultimately, scar revision may be necessary.
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June 22, 2010
Answer: Alar wedge (nostril reduction)
I do an alar wedge or nostril reduction in a minority of the nose surgeries that I perform. It does really significantly narrow the nose and make it look smaller. If you draw a line fromm the corner of your mouth to the inside corner of your eye and your nostril is "outside" that line, then a nostril reduction will help. Scars are usually hidden within the crease but need time(even up to a year) for them to fade. They can be improved with a laser,dermabrasion.
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June 22, 2010
Answer: Alar wedge (nostril reduction)
I do an alar wedge or nostril reduction in a minority of the nose surgeries that I perform. It does really significantly narrow the nose and make it look smaller. If you draw a line fromm the corner of your mouth to the inside corner of your eye and your nostril is "outside" that line, then a nostril reduction will help. Scars are usually hidden within the crease but need time(even up to a year) for them to fade. They can be improved with a laser,dermabrasion.
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