Would an Alarplasty Help to Reduce a Nose That Overwidens Upon Smiling?

May 6, 2013
Asked By:hollyivy

I've heard that an alarplasty could help with nostrils that overwiden when smiling, but would the result actually be noticeable? To the extent that it looks normal? My thinking is that if a small section of the nostril is removed from each side and then reattached to the same spot, that spot will still shift to the same place when smiling meaning a nose that is still the same width when animated. Am I getting this wrong? How common of an issue is this and how high should my expectations be?

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May 9, 2013

Answer: Alar plasty for wide nostrils

May 9, 2013

Answer: Alar plasty for wide nostrils

December 4, 2013

Answer: Alarplasty

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