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Does alarplasty make nasolabial folds deeper?

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Elaine9712Dec 20, 2015
Hello, I'd like to know if alarplasty (asian nose) would deepen nasolabial folds, thank you.

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Alar plasty versus rhinoplasty to make the nose look smaller?  It looks like a rhinoplasty to refine the tip as well as decrease projection and correct your hanging columella would be more beneficial. I need to see a full set of photographs to make a better determination or an in person exam.

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