Because it was too upturned, and the bridge was narrowed. I'm only 2 weeks post-op. It doesn't look narrower yet but I know there is still swelling.However, I wish that I would have had an Alar reduction. The doctor that I had the procedure with didn't think I needed it, but I had two other consults and both those doctors thought I needed it. My question is, How long would I have to wait to have an Alar Reduction after having Rhinoplasty?
September 1, 2009
Answer: How Long to Wait After Rhinoplasty to do Alar Reduction One month minimum. One year ideal. If you are healing well and majority of the swelling is gone, then one month is safe. However, the shape of the nose might keep changing for the first year. That will make it difficult to assess the amount of alar reduction needed. In summary, be patient and wait for one year. Regards
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September 1, 2009
Answer: How Long to Wait After Rhinoplasty to do Alar Reduction One month minimum. One year ideal. If you are healing well and majority of the swelling is gone, then one month is safe. However, the shape of the nose might keep changing for the first year. That will make it difficult to assess the amount of alar reduction needed. In summary, be patient and wait for one year. Regards
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September 1, 2009
Answer: Rhinoplasty and Nasal Alar Reduction Hi Trueblood, At this point, two weeks after your rhinoplasty, it would be best to wait at least a few more weeks to allow the swelling of your nasal tissue to decrease. Let your nose settle, and then re-evaluate. Discuss your concerns with your rhinoplasty surgeon. Make sure that your surgeon is comfortable with alar narrowing if you continue to feel that it is necessary. If your surgeon still feels that it is not indicated, you lose nothing be waiting. After a few months if you still disagree, then you may get other opinions. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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September 1, 2009
Answer: Rhinoplasty and Nasal Alar Reduction Hi Trueblood, At this point, two weeks after your rhinoplasty, it would be best to wait at least a few more weeks to allow the swelling of your nasal tissue to decrease. Let your nose settle, and then re-evaluate. Discuss your concerns with your rhinoplasty surgeon. Make sure that your surgeon is comfortable with alar narrowing if you continue to feel that it is necessary. If your surgeon still feels that it is not indicated, you lose nothing be waiting. After a few months if you still disagree, then you may get other opinions. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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