Wide nostrils when I smile. Best procedure? (photo)

Your nose has good profile and a well defined tip. However the nostrils are prominent and give a harsh look to the nose. You are a good candidate for alarplasty. Regards Dr. J

Thank you for posting your question here!My answer will be based on the limited information and pictures provided, for a detailed and personalized plan please consult with your plastic surgeon in person.It is hard to tell from the single picture provided what is needed . There are multiple ways...

Not sure what you mean about the nose being "lower" but you could def get less width and flaring with an alarplasty. YOu just need to know that that is all it is going to impact. The tip being squishy and dipping is because you have weak/little cartilage in your nose; the only way to get that...

If your only concern is the flare of your nostrils at the base of your nose, depending on your examination, alarplasty may be considered for achieving a narrower nasal appearance with local anesthetic in an office setting with minimal inconvenience. Hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

The photo shows an appropriate sized tip. It is not too big. However the nostrils are prominent. An alarplasty alone is enough. Also, down the road if you still feel the tip is bulbous then a delayed Tip-plasty can be done. Regards Dr. J

Based on your photos, your nostrils are fairly symmetrical, however, there is some visible scar tissue in between your nostrils and your cheeks. I do not believe there is any good way to re-widen the base of the nose, however, dermabrasion procedures may be considered for improving the...