Is it possible to raise the entire base of the nose, including where the alar begins? (photos)

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Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Dear heyyo,It is possible to lift the alar bases as wellOccasionally, if your anatomy is right, we can lift them with incisions inside the nose so you do not have a scar around the nostrils (it looks better)The best thing to do is see a rhinoplasty specialist who can examine you and give you realistic expectationsBest,Dr. Nima

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Rhinoplasty to raise the entire base of the nose?The answer to your question is it could raise the base of the entire nose slightly but is not worth the scar which is almost always seen. I've done rhinoplasty for more than 35 years and every

William Portuese, MD · Answer

yes, it is possible to augment/ project the alar base which also includes the entire base of the nose and columella. synthetic implants and patient's own grafting material such as cartilage and bone can be used for this purpose.

Curtis Perry, MD · Answer

It is possible to graft beneath the alar and columellar and achieve a modest elevation.  Further grafting to the tip and dorsum will also increase projection.

David Alessi, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

I don't see photos enclosed.  However, generally it can be done.  Lift the ala lateral insertions will leave a tiny scar that usually heals very well and is inconspicuous.  Best wishes

Is it possible to raise the entire base of the nose, including where the alar begins? (photos)

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Is it possible to raise the entire base of the nose, including where the alar begins? (photos)

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Answer: Is it possible to raise the entire base of the nose?

Answer: Is it possible to raise the entire base of the nose?

Answer: Alar repositioning

Answer: Alar repositioning

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