Will Results Be Significantly Different After Alarplasty Swelling Subsides?

Alar base reductions are a very useful tool for the flared nasal base,  I use it very sparingly - because it does make a permanent change and leaves an excellent, but actual scar.  90% time I do it under local as a touchup procedure - not at the same time as the rhinoplasty - unless...

Hi Brian, In general, an alarplasty heals within one week. Stiches are removed day 5 to 7, the wound then heals. Redness fading varies from patient to patient, usually a few weeks. The scar is usually hidden in the nasal-alar crease and nostril floor, about 1 -2 cm. The return of your smile...

Nostril reduction surgery (called Alarplasty / Alar Base Reduction) is a procedure that can narrow the width of the nostril base, decrease the amount of nostril flaring, or decrease the size of the nostrils. To accomplish this, the surgeon makes an incision in the crease where the nostril wall...

Yes this does generally costs less than a rhinoplasty but it is rare that this will achieve your goals. The costs vary but will likely range from $1500-3000.

Alar base reduction is a commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedure. Prices for this procedure vary widely and depend upon several variables. It’s important to make sure that your fee quote includes the surgeon’s fee, facility fee, anesthesia charges, and pre and post-operative care.   ...