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Alarplasty - Beyond Happy with Results!!!
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Alarplasty - Beyond Happy with Results!!!
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It’s been three months since I had my alarplasty, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! I met Dr. Shah in 2018 (I had a botched primary rhinoplasty with a different doctor in 2017), but it was too soon for me to get a revision. He was very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions, so I saved his email address and reached out to him last year (and again this year) and decided to have the alarplasty done.
Background: I had my primary rhinoplasty in 2017 (with another doctor), but it was botched, and my nostrils were uneven. One nostril was round, the other was flat, and my nose also looked flared & upturned. I was beyond depressed over this. In 2019, I had revision rhinoplasty with a rib graft (with a new doctor), and later that year, I had nasal sill excisions with another doctor. I was happy with the improvements -- but still dissatisfied that my nostrils were round and visible from a frontal view. At this point, I had three procedures, and I just wanted my nostril size to be proportionate to the rest of my nose.
Consultation: The consultation went well, and Dr. Shah knew exactly what I wanted. Some doctors felt that I was asking for something unreasonable, and I was relieved that Dr. Shah listened and fully understood my concerns. He remembered me from when I saw him a few years ago, and he was still very patient and knowledgeable. Everything, including the limitations, was explained in a clear and concise manner. I wanted to get the surgery ASAP.
Surgical procedure: Bilateral Alar Base Resection (Alarplasty) under local anesthesia. It was a little painful (mainly towards the end) but definitely bearable. I was happy that it was performed under local anesthesia because his medical assistant took pictures during the procedure, they asked how I liked the results, and if I wanted my nostrils to be narrower. It was so weird seeing my nostrils two different sizes -- but the difference was amazing, and I knew that I would love the results. I felt relieved and confident.
Results: This may have been a minor procedure, but for me, it made a HUGE difference. I can look in the mirror and not feel insecure about my nostril size. This may sound strange, but when I looked in the mirror after the procedure, I literally felt the tension leave my body (prior to this, I liked my nose, but I was so distressed by my nostril size). My nostrils are more oval-shaped and they look proportionate to the rest of my nose.
Aftercare & Follow-up: I saw the doctor to get the stitches taken out (a little painful), and he assured me that the scars would be less visible as time goes by. This surgery does leave scars (as does any other surgery), but it’s probably not too noticeable by other people, and for me, it is well worth the trade-off. I haven’t been able to go to my second follow-up appt. (due to working), but I have not experienced any problems or any complications. The doctor is responsive via email and phone. I wouldn’t hesitate to have another procedure with him, and he is definitely recommended.
Background: I had my primary rhinoplasty in 2017 (with another doctor), but it was botched, and my nostrils were uneven. One nostril was round, the other was flat, and my nose also looked flared & upturned. I was beyond depressed over this. In 2019, I had revision rhinoplasty with a rib graft (with a new doctor), and later that year, I had nasal sill excisions with another doctor. I was happy with the improvements -- but still dissatisfied that my nostrils were round and visible from a frontal view. At this point, I had three procedures, and I just wanted my nostril size to be proportionate to the rest of my nose.
Consultation: The consultation went well, and Dr. Shah knew exactly what I wanted. Some doctors felt that I was asking for something unreasonable, and I was relieved that Dr. Shah listened and fully understood my concerns. He remembered me from when I saw him a few years ago, and he was still very patient and knowledgeable. Everything, including the limitations, was explained in a clear and concise manner. I wanted to get the surgery ASAP.
Surgical procedure: Bilateral Alar Base Resection (Alarplasty) under local anesthesia. It was a little painful (mainly towards the end) but definitely bearable. I was happy that it was performed under local anesthesia because his medical assistant took pictures during the procedure, they asked how I liked the results, and if I wanted my nostrils to be narrower. It was so weird seeing my nostrils two different sizes -- but the difference was amazing, and I knew that I would love the results. I felt relieved and confident.
Results: This may have been a minor procedure, but for me, it made a HUGE difference. I can look in the mirror and not feel insecure about my nostril size. This may sound strange, but when I looked in the mirror after the procedure, I literally felt the tension leave my body (prior to this, I liked my nose, but I was so distressed by my nostril size). My nostrils are more oval-shaped and they look proportionate to the rest of my nose.
Aftercare & Follow-up: I saw the doctor to get the stitches taken out (a little painful), and he assured me that the scars would be less visible as time goes by. This surgery does leave scars (as does any other surgery), but it’s probably not too noticeable by other people, and for me, it is well worth the trade-off. I haven’t been able to go to my second follow-up appt. (due to working), but I have not experienced any problems or any complications. The doctor is responsive via email and phone. I wouldn’t hesitate to have another procedure with him, and he is definitely recommended.
Replies (4)
Looks amazing!!! Fits your face perfectly.
Thanks sooo much !!! I really appreciate your comment :)
It's basically impossible to tell what changes took place in your nose, due to the angle which you took all your pictures. Try side profile, and from the front.
Hi Passionate
It's somewhat hard to show in pictures, but the alarplasty mainly changed the contour & width inside of the nostrils. I had a more extensive surgery year to fix my botched primary. I am going to try and get more pictures next month when I go to the follow up appt.
It's somewhat hard to show in pictures, but the alarplasty mainly changed the contour & width inside of the nostrils. I had a more extensive surgery year to fix my botched primary. I am going to try and get more pictures next month when I go to the follow up appt.
Your new chiseled nose looks beautiful and it suits your face perfectly. He did a fantastic job.
Thanks so much, Gorgeous. This surgery mainly changed the look of my nostrils though. I did have previous surgery to get a rib graft implant though. I have a dentofacial deformity and these surgeries (along with braces) are helping to camouflage everything.
Your nose looks amazing! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience in such detail.
Wow, you're brave to do this under local, but it makes perfect sense and I can just imagine— while weird to see—the process unfold before your eyes so you can be assured you're happy with the end result.