I had an alarplasty 2 months ago to make my nostrils smaller and the left side has healed poorly leaving a 1 cm indented scar inside the nostril. What can I do about this scarring and when would be the best time to do it?
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June 1, 2020
Answer: Correcting and improving alar scars from rhinoplasty
You are correct that alar base reduction can be done under local anesthesia and is a short, outpatient procedure. As far as any breathing problems are concerned, it should be pretty easy to tell if the problem is in your nose or your chest. If you can breathe easily through your...
Remember the opposite of good is better. You already have had two rhinoplasties and now considering a third. You may end up having a fourth and wanting to go back to the second or first.
Nostril reduction is a frequent request in my practice, here are three key facts to know:
Be conservative! Removing all the curve and making the nostrils straight doesn't make the nose look better, it makes it looks unnatural. You can always take more, so fight the urge to be...
