Am I Good Candidate for Alar Base Reduction? (photo)

October 17, 2012

Hello Everyone, I'm having an alar base reduction operation this November. I have to admit I am quite nervous about the outcome. After initial consultation with the surgeon, he told me that I have to undergo alarplasty. My question is, given the condition of my nose, can alar base reduction as a stand alone procedure yield quite promising results? I'm also aware that since I have thick sebaceous glands, the tip may not be refined. Thank you for reading my letter I hope to hear from you. Clement

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October 4, 2016

Answer: Alar base reduction candidate

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December 5, 2012

Answer: It depends what you want

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December 5, 2012

Answer: It depends what you want

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November 21, 2012

Answer: Alar base modification during rhinoplasty

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November 21, 2012

Answer: Alar base modification during rhinoplasty

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November 12, 2012

Answer: Alar base reduction

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November 12, 2012

Answer: Alar base reduction

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October 18, 2012

Answer: Alar base reduction only.

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October 18, 2012

Answer: Alar base reduction only.

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