Is Alarplasty/Nostril reduction safe in case of ethnic/thick oily skin type of candidate?

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Is Alarplasty/Nostril reduction safe in case of ethnic/thick oily skin type of candidate? What are the indications of poor wound healing. Is there any way to minimize this problem before/after rhinoplasty.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. Alar base reduction and a tip refining rhinoplasty can have a nice result in the right patient.  Alar reduction usually does not have healing issues and should always be closed with minimal tension.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

Without photos- and the benefit of physical exam- it's difficult to give you the best answer. Generally speaking it's a safe procedure and incision placement is discussed after the initial exam. Be sure to seek an experienced Board Certified PS with extensive experience in Rhinoplasty

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

Alar excision to reduce alar width usually do heal well.  However it usually is done with some tip and dorsal work to make sure there is adequate balance to the nose.

Vasdev Rai, MD · Answer

In thick, oily skinned patients scarring is always a concern. That is a risk that has to weighed against any gains from operation. Discuss with a surgeon in your town and get in- person guidance.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Nostril reduction is usually performed at the time of the rhinoplasty procedure under a general anesthesia. It can be performed as a standalone procedure under local anesthesia. Meticulous closure of the incision should allow excellent healing and minimize detectability.

Is Alarplasty/Nostril reduction safe in case of ethnic/thick oily skin type of candidate?

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Answer: It is safe except for the risk of bad scarring

Answer: It is safe except for the risk of bad scarring

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Is Alarplasty/Nostril reduction safe in case of ethnic/thick oily skin type of candidate?

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Answer: It is safe except for the risk of bad scarring

Answer: It is safe except for the risk of bad scarring

Answer: Rhinoplasty candidate with nostril reduction

Answer: Rhinoplasty candidate with nostril reduction

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