Is alar base reduction possible without a full rhinoplasty?

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I've been thinking of a rhinoplasty a couple of years now. The nose I wide, specially at the bottom which is the part I don't like at all. My question is can somebody have an alar base reduction without having a full rhinoplasty?

Jeffrey B. Wise, MD, FACS · Answer

Alar base reduction by itself is an excellent procedure for the right candidate.  It is best suited for a patient with an isolated widening of the bottom / nostril area of the nose.  The advantage of this procedure is less expense to the patient and that it can be performed in an office-based procedure room, rather than in a general anesthesia setting.I have performed thousands of these in conjunction with rhinoplasty and as stand-alone procedures, as well.Best of luck!

Justin C. Cohen, MD, FACS · Answer

Absolutely! This is extremely common and can sometimes even be done under local anesthesia. However, I would recommend consulting with a rhinoplasty expert to see if this is really all you need. Good luck!

Robert Morin, MD, FACS · Answer

Anything is possible - the important question is - is it a good idea? Alar base reduction is often an important part of a complete rhinoplasty. The goal of any rhinoplasty is to maintain facial proportions and to create an aesthetically pleasing and harmonious nose. While there may be times when an alar base reduction is all that is required, more often, additional surgical maneuvers will be necessary in order to created the desired result.

Alar base reduction is more complicated than one may think. If it is not performed correctly, scars may be visible and the nostril sil contour can be compromised. Make sure you see a highly experienced rhinoplasty surgeon for an in person consultation.

Curtis Perry, MD · Answer

While alar base reduction is usually performed along with other rhinoplasty maneuvers for the right individual the answer is yes, it can be done alone.

Ian MacArthur, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is certainly possible to perform an alar base reduction without performing a full rhinoplasty. Depending on the appearance of your nose however, it may require more surgery than an alar base reduction alone. My suggestion would be to schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your treatment goals. All the best.

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