I had an alar base reduction done (no other procedure) 2 weeks ago and right now my nose is the same size as before surgery!! It's so hard to believe that I had surgery done.My problem has always been a really large base, which got bigger every time I smile. How long after surgery will the base continue to change for? Over time, will the base continue to get smaller/change or no? I was already thinking about an additional reduction if it doesn't change in 2 months-is this bad? I am just worried!
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Alar scars can be white and visible. Hidef protocols can help with visible alar scars on the face. I see a lot of these in my office in Beverly Hills. Surgery is often not needed if lasers and HIDEF scar revision techniques are introduced.
In our office, we combine treatments starting with ...
Going into the sun without sunblock can make your scar more visible. Smoking does slow your healing process, we would not recommend. Swelling takes 6- 9 months for it to completely subside.
It's hard to say for sure without photos, but it does sound like alar base reductions would be helpful. Importantly, they can be done using only a local anaesthetic in the office. I recommend you return to your surgeon and let him or her know your concerns. They should be able to help with this....