Large nostril hole you can see from the side, not sure what procedure I need? (Photo)

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I have a large nostril hole that you can see even from the side and I’m not aware of what procedure I need to fix it

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

It seems by your photo that you have a somewhat long nasal septum that may be pushing your columella downward. Rhinoplasty techniques with nasal shortening and columella repositioning may be considered for decreasing nostril show. This should be reserved for those with severe dissatisfaction with their nasal appearances, in my opinion. Thank you for your question and I hope this helps. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

The side view of the nostril is called the 'columellar show'. It does improve with alarplasty but the nostrils also get smaller from the front view. It is best to use Alarplasty for narrowing the nostrils and not to reduce the side show. In your case it is not bad at all and I would advise against surgery. 
Regards
Dr.J

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

The center portion of the nose, the columella hangs too much. It can be raised up by shortening the cartilage that drags it down. Then you won’t see so much nostril from the side

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