I'm interested in getting an alar base reduction. I'm not worried about my side profile. I really just don't like the width of my nostrils from the front. What would you recommend?
July 22, 2014
Answer: Alar base reduction for nostril width Hi Jessica,Alar base reduction would be a good option for you to reduce both your nostril width and flare (rounding of the nostrils). Keep in mind that everything in the nose is related proportionately so, if you narrow your nostrils more, it can make your tip itself seem to appear wider than it does now. I think you would find it helpful to have a consultation with a rhinoplasty surgeon who can show you with computer imaging what type of result you could expect from nostril reduction alone vs. combining with subtle tip refinement if that is something of interest to you. All the best,Jason Litner, MD
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July 22, 2014
Answer: Alar base reduction for nostril width Hi Jessica,Alar base reduction would be a good option for you to reduce both your nostril width and flare (rounding of the nostrils). Keep in mind that everything in the nose is related proportionately so, if you narrow your nostrils more, it can make your tip itself seem to appear wider than it does now. I think you would find it helpful to have a consultation with a rhinoplasty surgeon who can show you with computer imaging what type of result you could expect from nostril reduction alone vs. combining with subtle tip refinement if that is something of interest to you. All the best,Jason Litner, MD
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July 22, 2014
Answer: Alar base reduction candidate From the one photo presented, it does appear that you are a good candidate for an alar base reduction. alar base reduction can be performed either inside the nostrils or at the nose upper/ lip junction.
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July 22, 2014
Answer: Alar base reduction candidate From the one photo presented, it does appear that you are a good candidate for an alar base reduction. alar base reduction can be performed either inside the nostrils or at the nose upper/ lip junction.
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