Do I need an alar base reduction, weir excision or anything to correct my nose status post lip lift 8 months ago? (Photo)

Thank you for your question, Dominic26. you are in the very very early stages of your recovery. You should not evaluate your results but instead monitor your healing process. For example, notice how your swelling - which is causing this increase in base size - subsides over the next few days....

The Weir incision line can be extended all the way to the sill. The nose can be reduced more than the vertical line you have illustrated by simply removing a larger wedge. It does not appear that a sill excision would be necessary and this should be avoided.

Swelling in mid face/nose can take months to subside! Was this NOT explained to you pre operatively?

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, you would be a good candidate for alarplasty. Cost varies by geographic region. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I...

Thanks for your questions and congratulations on completing your procedure.Blowing your nose probably will not cause your nostrils to enlarge at this point.The only way that could happen is if the incisions open, but most likely at this stage, you are probably okay.I hope this helps.

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