After my primary rhinoplasty my nostrils were left very large and wide, with lots of alar show. I just want anything that can change the shape or make them smaller as now they detract from the look of my whole nose. Please help!
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May 6, 2020
Answer: Actually, I think it's the "projection" of your nose, rather than primarily an alar problem. More ...
This is a complicated issue. There are multiple options to address and notched ala. Another composite graft can be attempted but also an alar rim graft or alar repositioning technique might be appropriate options too depending on the individual factors and exam findings.
Thank you for your question and photos.Revision rhinoplasty surgery can be very difficult and you may not be able to get the exact results you wish to achieve. I would recommend that you let your nose settle for as long as possible (a year) before looking at revision surgery. Make sure you find ...
I'll tell you what I can from these photographs, although I can't really tell much. In order to evaluate a nose, we need photos that show the entire face, and not just close-ups of the areas of concern.But it does look as though your nose is still strong in its forward projection from your face....