I have hanging alars and a slightly wider than ideal alar base width, my nose profile is also upturned (could be a result of the former 2 issues). If possible, I prefer not to get any implants and going only for alarplasty (weir or sail or both) Would alarplasty alone fix my problem? While keeping in mind that overall facial harmony is the utmost importance. Are my nose tip suited for a narrower and "lifted" alar? Let me know your thoughts, thank you.
February 26, 2018
Answer: Rhinoplasty Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you may benefit from a tip refining rhinoplasty in addition to alar base reduction. This decision will depend on your individual goals of surgery. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and not just a computer animation system. 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. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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February 26, 2018
Answer: Rhinoplasty Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you may benefit from a tip refining rhinoplasty in addition to alar base reduction. This decision will depend on your individual goals of surgery. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and not just a computer animation system. 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. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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February 26, 2018
Answer: Alae and profile If you are concerned about the small hump on your nose, the nostrils cannot control this. At first glance it appears lifting the root of you nose higher would make a substantial straightening and strengthening of your nasal profile. Find a surgeon who can show you his or her own results in a case similar to you and explain what was done.
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February 26, 2018
Answer: Alae and profile If you are concerned about the small hump on your nose, the nostrils cannot control this. At first glance it appears lifting the root of you nose higher would make a substantial straightening and strengthening of your nasal profile. Find a surgeon who can show you his or her own results in a case similar to you and explain what was done.
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