When is best to get alar base reduction after lip lift? (Photo)

I think you are a great candidate for an alar base reduction which can be done under local anesthesia. There are many different patterns for this procedure you might want to look at online

Based on your photos, your incisions at the base of your nose are barely visible. And this view is not terribly important since most people do not view you from this angle. In that regard, it may be best to just leave this area alone. I hope this helps. Sincerely, Dr Joseph

For lower blepharoplasty performed through the back of the eyelid (transconjunctival) surgery can be performed safely at any time as Accutane does not put you at any greater risk of scarring for this approach. For alar base reduction and alarplasty, 2 months is a sufficient interval to...

Hi hoho3319, It certainly is possible to maintain the appearance of your profile and to simply decrease the width and flare of your nostrils and ala with an alarplasty. However, it's important to be cognizant of the effect this will have on the proportions of your nose. If your nostrils are...

Hi Graceful575324, Based on your photos, you do appear to be a potential candidate for an alarplasty. While alar base modification in conjunction with rhinoplasty will give you greater potential for reshaping the nostrils, in your case there is enough differential between the width of the...

The asymmetry is normal and trying to fix it can lead a bigger asymmetry. You have to weigh the risk/reward ratio. You have a beautiful nose and the risk of making it worst is there. I would leave it alone. Regards Dr. J