Non-incisional alar reduction for a nose that looks blunt
Hello, this is Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery. A blunt nasal tip and wide nostrils can make the central face look broader and may disrupt facial harmony. For this reason, many people look into or consider surgery to reduce the nostrils. Because alar reduction surgery is performed through incisions, it is natural to be concerned about possible scarring afterward. So, for those considering non-incisional alar reduction, we would like to provide some helpful information.
There are several types of candidates who may be suitable for alar reduction. Patients with nostrils that spread widely to the left and right and look blunt, as well as those with large nostril openings, asymmetry between both nostrils, or nostrils that appear wide because the balance between the nasal bridge and nasal tip is disrupted, may be considered suitable candidates. Alar reduction surgery is performed under local anesthesia or sedation and usually takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour. Sutures are typically removed about 5 to 7 days after surgery. Since these details may vary by clinic, please be sure to check them during your consultation.
There are both incisional and non-incisional methods for reducing the nostrils. Incisional alar reduction, as the name suggests, is performed through a skin incision. If there is a large amount of skin on the nostril wings themselves, the surgery may be performed through an external incision. This method has a higher chance of leaving scars that may be visible externally, so many people worry about scarring. In addition, scars may slow the recovery period, so please be sure to ask the clinic about these drawbacks or special considerations and keep them in mind.
Also, when an internal incision is performed to reduce the skin of the nostril wings, the incision is made on the inner lower part of the nostril opening, so scars are not visible from the front. Since the scar forms inside the nostril, it has the characteristic of being less noticeable. The non-incisional alar reduction method that many people inquire about is performed using special threads. Because the shape is adjusted and the nostril wings are drawn inward with threads placed inside the nostrils, it has the advantage of not requiring suture removal after surgery.
With the non-incisional alar reduction method, sutures do not need to be removed, so the way the threads are secured is important. Therefore, it is important to choose an experienced specialist who has performed a wide range of surgeries and to proceed carefully. If the technique is inexperienced or the surgery is performed incorrectly, there may be a risk of the threads becoming exposed later. For any type of surgery or method, choosing the right specialist is the best approach. Non-incisional alar reduction can be a good method, but because the appropriate surgical method depends on each case, it is advisable to receive accurate consultations at several clinics before deciding.
We have briefly looked at several methods, including non-incisional alar reduction, external incision, and internal incision. Unless the nostrils are severely wide, most cases can be improved through non-incisional alar reduction or an internal incision method, so you may be able to worry a little less about scarring. However, if the nostrils are wide and the degree is severe, improvement may be possible through an external incision or combined internal and external incisions. Since external incisions or combined internal and external incisions may raise concerns about visible scars, we recommend that you carefully consider the procedure and be sure to find a skilled specialist. Thank you.
