I have a decent bridge but I have very flared nostrils and they are high as well. I want my nostils to be greatly reduced and the bridge narrowed a little bit, like Janet Jackson's nose. But the doctor told me this is impossible, and the results I want would be mininimal at best. Can I get this type of nose through Alarplasty with the one I have?
Answer: Nasal problems are always unique Although I am not sure you can have a nose as narrow as Janet Jackson, you should certainly be able to accomplish your goals. An alarplasty alone just wont get you there. You would need a comprehensive Rhinoplasty and a good amount of patience to achieve that sort of look. The pro and cons of your nose towards your goals are: Pros: You have medium thickness skin, which will over time allow for definition and narrowing. If your skin was overly thick, then you often do not get as much as you want. With medium thickness, you get there but it just takes more time You appear to have strong enough tip cartilages to work with The overall width of the nose is not severe Cons You have medium thickness skin You will require cartilage grafts to the bridge and tip to provide extra height and support Your tip cartilages are 'cephalically oriented' which is mostly the reason that your nostrils arch so severely. Cephalic orientation means that the cartilage in the upper part of your tip points more towards your eye than it should. When cartilages point more towards the ear, they support and flatten the nostril. Adding alar rim grafts should help to flatten the nostril margin. You still need an alar base reduction Adding a profile view to your question would help to analyze your nose. However, no picture replaces a consultation/examination. Good luck
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Answer: Nasal problems are always unique Although I am not sure you can have a nose as narrow as Janet Jackson, you should certainly be able to accomplish your goals. An alarplasty alone just wont get you there. You would need a comprehensive Rhinoplasty and a good amount of patience to achieve that sort of look. The pro and cons of your nose towards your goals are: Pros: You have medium thickness skin, which will over time allow for definition and narrowing. If your skin was overly thick, then you often do not get as much as you want. With medium thickness, you get there but it just takes more time You appear to have strong enough tip cartilages to work with The overall width of the nose is not severe Cons You have medium thickness skin You will require cartilage grafts to the bridge and tip to provide extra height and support Your tip cartilages are 'cephalically oriented' which is mostly the reason that your nostrils arch so severely. Cephalic orientation means that the cartilage in the upper part of your tip points more towards your eye than it should. When cartilages point more towards the ear, they support and flatten the nostril. Adding alar rim grafts should help to flatten the nostril margin. You still need an alar base reduction Adding a profile view to your question would help to analyze your nose. However, no picture replaces a consultation/examination. Good luck
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Answer: Alar Base Reduction / Alarplasty 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 meets the cheek. A wedge shaped piece of nostril wall is removed, and when the incision is sewn closed, the nostril narrowing is achieved. It is possible to perform this procedure alone or as part of a rhinoplasty. It can be performed alone, but keep in mind that in order for the nose to appear natural, it must adhere to certain proportions and also be in balance with the other facial features
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Answer: Alar Base Reduction / Alarplasty 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 meets the cheek. A wedge shaped piece of nostril wall is removed, and when the incision is sewn closed, the nostril narrowing is achieved. It is possible to perform this procedure alone or as part of a rhinoplasty. It can be performed alone, but keep in mind that in order for the nose to appear natural, it must adhere to certain proportions and also be in balance with the other facial features
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September 21, 2009
Answer: Rhinoplasty (nose job) for low bridge and wide, high, and flared nostrils The nose type and appearance you are requesting may require a complex procedure at significant expense. The heighten the bridge you will require a graft (ear or rib) or less preferably an implant. The nasal tip will have to be built up to match the new bridge as well, This may require grafts from the septum or ear. The ala (nostrils) will likely require an alar base reduction as well as a graft along the lining to bring them down and reduce the high rims. This may also need to be obtained from the ears. No one is trying to discourage you but you must be prepared for the magnitude of the procedure as well as the associated risks. Seek a consultation with a qualified surgeon.
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September 21, 2009
Answer: Rhinoplasty (nose job) for low bridge and wide, high, and flared nostrils The nose type and appearance you are requesting may require a complex procedure at significant expense. The heighten the bridge you will require a graft (ear or rib) or less preferably an implant. The nasal tip will have to be built up to match the new bridge as well, This may require grafts from the septum or ear. The ala (nostrils) will likely require an alar base reduction as well as a graft along the lining to bring them down and reduce the high rims. This may also need to be obtained from the ears. No one is trying to discourage you but you must be prepared for the magnitude of the procedure as well as the associated risks. Seek a consultation with a qualified surgeon.
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September 21, 2009
Answer: No you cannot. You will need not only an alar reduction but also a lowering of your high nostrils as well. The nose can be narrowed at the same time. See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon who has done many ethnic noses.
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September 21, 2009
Answer: No you cannot. You will need not only an alar reduction but also a lowering of your high nostrils as well. The nose can be narrowed at the same time. See an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon who has done many ethnic noses.
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September 21, 2009
Answer: The height of your nostrils may be lowered with a Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty. I read your questions, and saw your frontal photo. Although you may require surgery to address all of your concerns, you could consider a non-surgical approach with Injectable Fillers to lower the height of your nostrils. This could lead to less nostril show. I don't find your bridge to be too wide. I've attached a link to my Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty photos for your perusal. I hope this helps, and best regards.
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September 21, 2009
Answer: The height of your nostrils may be lowered with a Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty. I read your questions, and saw your frontal photo. Although you may require surgery to address all of your concerns, you could consider a non-surgical approach with Injectable Fillers to lower the height of your nostrils. This could lead to less nostril show. I don't find your bridge to be too wide. I've attached a link to my Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty photos for your perusal. I hope this helps, and best regards.
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