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What can be done to correct alar retraction? (photos)

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missmartinelleFeb 7, 2023
Hello! I’m quite sad about the alar retraction on my left nostril. I was told it could be fixed 1 year post op with ear cartilage, but I hate waiting that long. I am not having this issue on the right side. How would you fix it? Could it be fixed with a closed revision?

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William Portuese, MD

For over 30 years, we have performed harvesting ear cartilage and no patients have ever complained about hearing loss.

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Robert Kotler, MD, FACS

Yes it can. The Silikon-1000 becomes incorporated into the lower level of the skin. It does not alter the architecture of the nose. The supporting structures of the nose, the infrastructure you might say, is bone and cartilage. The silicone is not incorporated into either of those. I have...

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You should discuss your concerns with your surgeon. The diagnosis of nasal valve collapse would require an examination. There are many reasons to be stuffy right now. It is not possible to evaluate your condition without an examination. Hope this helps! Dr Joseph

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