Does alarplasty make nasolabial folds deeper?

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Hello, I'd like to know if alarplasty (asian nose) would deepen nasolabial folds, thank you.

George Volpe, MD · Answer

If one is narrowing the base of the nose, that is decreasing the width of the nose by removing skin along the floor of the nostrils, one would not expect significant changes at the nasolabial folds. Will one must take care when undergoing this maneuver as it can make the tip of the nose appear a bit wide if narrowing the base is overdone.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Alarplasty involves reducing the size of your nostrils by cutting out a crescent of skin where the nostril meets the cheek.  It should have no effect on your nasilabial folds.

Carlos Burnett, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello. An alar base reduction will narrow the width of the nostrils and base of the nose. The incisions can be hidden in the alar crease. The nasolabial folds are not deepened by this maneuver but the scar in the alar crease may be notable for a few months. Good luck. Dr. B

Jay Calvert, MD, FACS · Answer

Typically, the alar plasty should not affect the nasolabial folds.  However, if the alar base excision is not done well, the nasolabial folds can change.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

Alarplasty done correctly has no affect on the nasolabial folds.  See you surgeon for an in person exam.

Does alarplasty make nasolabial folds deeper?

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Answer: Alar base and nasolabial folds

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Does alarplasty make nasolabial folds deeper?

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Answer: Alar base and nasolabial folds

Answer: Alar base and nasolabial folds

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