Can a double alar rim graft that is too bulky be corrected? (photos)

July 25, 2014
Asked By:ACHNYC in Maplewood, NJ

I have had 3 rhinoplasties. In the last surgery, my doctor placed a second piece of ear cartilage over an existing alar rim graft to help open my nostril which had collapsed on that side. Now, the nostril is wider, but the double rim grafts in the tip and along the rim are creating a very bulky appearance on the left profile. It has been one year since my last surgery; can the grafts possibly be reduced or smoothed to give a more natural, less prominent look? Thanks.

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July 26, 2014

Answer: After three rhinoplasty surgeries, it may be best to reserve a fourth operation as a last resort.

July 26, 2014

Answer: After three rhinoplasty surgeries, it may be best to reserve a fourth operation as a last resort.

July 25, 2014

Answer: Alar rim graft

July 25, 2014

Answer: Alar rim graft

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