How am I supposed to clean alar base reduction? Am I supposed to keep it moist, if so what do I use? (photos)

September 10, 2018
Asked By:taniazednanreh13 in Los Angeles, CA

Unfortunately my surgeon decided to do an alar reduction without my knowledge during my Rhinoplasty surgery. Now I have so many concerns about scarring and post care and he is so unhelpful. I am so scared of scarring but I'm not sure how to clean, care for the wound. Please help! I am 10 days post op and have been using mupirocin ointment because they start to hurt and feel dry. Would it be safe to moisturize with something else? I want to prevent scarring and just care for it properly.

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September 11, 2018

Answer: #alarBaseReduction

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September 11, 2018

Answer: #alarBaseReduction

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Answer: Base reduction

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