I have a 16 year old Gortex implant for height and the cartilage at tip was brought together. Nostrils were not reduced. However nose is still very bulbous and nostrils are too wide when I smile. What options are there and how large/where will scars be? Last photo is the size I would like nostrils to be when smiling.
September 2, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty: alar base reduction Alar base reduction is a rhinoplasty technique to decrease the width of the nostrils. This involves removing tissue either from the outside, inside, or full thickness. The appropriate technique would depend on the goal width and your examination (including measurements of the width and flare of your nostrils).The most important thing is to be conservative. Taking too much can make the nostrils and tip look strange. Taking too much can affect your breathing. And it's extremely difficult to make the nostrils larger after reduction. I recommend having a consultation with an rhinoplasty expert, confirm your goals with a computer simulation, and take time before moving ahead.
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September 2, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty: alar base reduction Alar base reduction is a rhinoplasty technique to decrease the width of the nostrils. This involves removing tissue either from the outside, inside, or full thickness. The appropriate technique would depend on the goal width and your examination (including measurements of the width and flare of your nostrils).The most important thing is to be conservative. Taking too much can make the nostrils and tip look strange. Taking too much can affect your breathing. And it's extremely difficult to make the nostrils larger after reduction. I recommend having a consultation with an rhinoplasty expert, confirm your goals with a computer simulation, and take time before moving ahead.
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Answer: Alar base reduction Dear readytoshineLA, I would be very careful when considering alar base reduction with your nose. I would suggest seeking some consultations with experts in the field and discuss your concerns and after a full examination candidacy would be determined. Personally I only use an internal incision so that there is no visible sign of the procedure. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
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Answer: Alar base reduction Dear readytoshineLA, I would be very careful when considering alar base reduction with your nose. I would suggest seeking some consultations with experts in the field and discuss your concerns and after a full examination candidacy would be determined. Personally I only use an internal incision so that there is no visible sign of the procedure. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.
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