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?
May 3, 2020
Answer: Asian Rhinoplasty Hello, thank you for your questions and photos. As always, an in-office or virtual examination is needed to fully evaluate your options. You actually already have a nicely proportional nose. In order to reduce the flare of your nasal alae, alar base reduction alone would not suffice as this would hinder your breathing pathway. The best approach in this case is Asian rhinoplasty. This procedure would raise the bridge and nose tip to give the appearance of narrower nostrils. The nasal architecture would be built from septal or ear cartilage grafts that become a living part of the nose after recovery. This method is effective and safe as it significantly reduces the chance of complications in comparison with synthetic grafts. For more in-depth information, please contact our office or consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who has extensive experience performing Asian rhinoplasty to discuss your goals. Best of luck from Tran Plastic Surgery!
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May 3, 2020
Answer: Asian Rhinoplasty Hello, thank you for your questions and photos. As always, an in-office or virtual examination is needed to fully evaluate your options. You actually already have a nicely proportional nose. In order to reduce the flare of your nasal alae, alar base reduction alone would not suffice as this would hinder your breathing pathway. The best approach in this case is Asian rhinoplasty. This procedure would raise the bridge and nose tip to give the appearance of narrower nostrils. The nasal architecture would be built from septal or ear cartilage grafts that become a living part of the nose after recovery. This method is effective and safe as it significantly reduces the chance of complications in comparison with synthetic grafts. For more in-depth information, please contact our office or consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who has extensive experience performing Asian rhinoplasty to discuss your goals. Best of luck from Tran Plastic Surgery!
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April 30, 2020
Answer: Rhinoplasty Hi user151032, I hope you are well during these difficult times. Thank you for sharing your images and concerns. After carefully assessing them, I must state that you will experience breathing problems if you wish to only have alar base reduction procedure. It should be combined with a Rhinoplasty procedure. Therefore, if you only want to change the shape of your nostrils, I will not recommend that you undergo an operation. Please keep in mind that it is highly important to have a physical consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your wishes and options more in depth. I hope this helps.
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April 30, 2020
Answer: Rhinoplasty Hi user151032, I hope you are well during these difficult times. Thank you for sharing your images and concerns. After carefully assessing them, I must state that you will experience breathing problems if you wish to only have alar base reduction procedure. It should be combined with a Rhinoplasty procedure. Therefore, if you only want to change the shape of your nostrils, I will not recommend that you undergo an operation. Please keep in mind that it is highly important to have a physical consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your wishes and options more in depth. I hope this helps.
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