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Alar sill defect / nostril asymmetry, What would be the best treatment option? (Photo)

May 2, 2024
Asked By:aceb12 in San Diego, California

I underwent a botched unilateral alarplasty and lip lift which should not have been done. Thankfully, I had a rhinoplasty which helped with the appearance, but there is still an alar sill defect and nostrils are still a bit asymmetric. I’ve had fillers which helped, but results do not last long. I know cartilage is an option too. I’m curious what the best option would be? Are long term fillers an option? Thank you.

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