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Nose Surgery

Alar Reduction

Refines alar width for a cleaner nasal line—planned to avoid over-reduction.

Alar Reduction

Overview

Alar reduction is planned by considering alar width, nostril shape, and harmony with the bridge/tip. Incision and scope vary by skin/tissue condition and goals, prioritizing natural proportion.

Key benefits

  • Cleaner alar line
  • Refined appearance
  • Better proportion
  • Natural planning

Ideal for

  • Wide alar base concerns
  • Nose looks wide from the front
  • Want natural proportion improvement

Quick facts

Procedure time Varies
Downtime Varies (swelling/bruising)
Anesthesia Local/sedation (case-dependent)
When it shows Settles after swelling reduces

Aftercare

  • Minimize irritation at incision area
  • Avoid sauna/alcohol/heavy exercise as instructed
  • Follow-up visits as scheduled

Cautions

  • We avoid over-reduction; feasible range depends on anatomy
  • Scarring varies by skin and incision scope

FAQ

Will there be scarring?
It depends on incision and skin; we provide aftercare guidance.
How much can it be reduced?
It depends on anatomy; we prioritize natural proportion during consult.
Recovery time?
Swelling/bruising varies; we’ll guide timeline and care.
Combine with other nose work?
Often combined depending on goals and anatomy.
What’s decided in consult?
We define your target width/line, feasible range, incision plan, and recovery plan.