Would an alarplasty help with my uneven nostrils and hump down the tip of my nose? (Photo)

Question

I recently had a septorhinoplasty due to a broken nose and deviated septum. I feel like I'm breathing better for now, but I feel there are a few issues aesthetically. My nostrils seem even more different from each other and a prominent hump or line down the tip of my nose. What can/should I do about this?

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

It is almost impossible to achieve nostril symmetry. Any attempts can lead to taking too much off one side and then going back to take some more from the other side. As this goes on permanent scarring with poor healing can lead to worst asymmetry than before the surgery was done. 
Also, it is very important to remember that nobody will look at your nostrils from below. From the front view the nostrils don't look as asymmetric as from below. Unless the asymmetry is really obvious and disfiguring, it should be left alone.

Regards
Dr. J

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