Would an alar base reduction suffice? (Photo)

April 28, 2020
Asked By:user151032 in London, GB

I like everything about my nose except the nostril area. I went for one consultation and the doctor suggested a full-on rhinoplasty which lift up the tip and the bridge to make my nostrils appear smaller. However, I don't like the idea of having foreign objects(for lack of better words) under my skin. Would it be possible to make it look better without any implant? Is alar base reduction a viable option? If so, what is the average price for it, and what are the chance of visible scarring?

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