Hi i'm 5 days post op. on the third day, the stitches are already removed and when i went home to clean it, i noticed that there are 3 or 4 holes from the stitches (1 millimeter in diameter). will this be permanent?? aand. right after i clean it, blood occupies the areas and dry up >_<
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July 29, 2013
Answer: Holes left by sutures after alar reduction will improve with time.
The tip and nostrils can be narrowed/ improved using your own tissues. Your bridge may need narrowing or height built up without implants - you can use your own tissue. The nose may have better proportions with the bridge treated at the same time as the tip and nostrils.
That is an excellent question, and highlights the difference between alar flare and the alar base. There are three components when talking about alar base reduction, and these are the nostril sill, the alar insertion, and alar flare. The nostril sill is the flat part of the base, located on...
After a rhinoplasty, it's necessary to wait at least six months before undergoing an alar base reduction. This ensures that your nose is capable of handling the procedure and will leave you with the best results. Consult with a facial plastic surgeon and rhinoplasty expert.
