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Nostril Reduction Surgery
Alarplasty is the medical term for nostril reduction surgery. It is a special type of rhinoplasty that reduces the width of the nostrils. Reducing the nostrils and making them more compatible in this way is called nostril reduction or alarplasty. The fact that the nostrils are larger than they should be negatively affects the natural harmony of the nose with the face.
Nostril reduction surgery is a very effective procedure for people who want to reduce the appearance of "widening" in the nose and make their nose or nostrils more symmetrical. Even if the nose is the right size and fit for the rest of the face, wide nostrils can make a "perfect" nose appear larger and disproportionate.
Suitable Candidates for Nostril Reduction Surgery
The fleshy parts of the nose that connect the nostrils to the face are called "alar". Alar can vary greatly from person to person. It can be thicker or thinner, longer or shorter, wider or narrower. In some ethnicities, for instance, individuals with African genetic heritage have wider nose wings. Nostril reduction surgery can also be applied to people who have undergone rhinoplasty but have asymmetries in their nostrils after the procedure.
With the nostril reduction procedure, even small changes can cause a dramatic change in the appearance of the nose.
- If people are satisfied with the general appearance of the nose, except for the nostrils,
- If the nostrils are too wide or too narrow compared to other facial features,
- If one nostril is different from the other in size and shape,
- If the nostrils appear wider when smiling,
- Or, if he is not satisfied with the appearance of his nostrils in general, he can achieve the dreamed appearance with nostril reduction surgery.
These candidates;
- They should have reasonable expectations about how a surgical operation can change their appearance,
- If they have had any operation related to the nose, they must have spent at least 6 months over it.
Nostril reduction surgery is actually a type of rhinoplasty, namely nose job, but involves less invasive intervention than a full "nose surgery".
Anesthesia in Nostril Reduction Aesthetics
Patients who have undergone nostril reduction alone can perform the procedure under local anesthesia. However, if the nostril reduction operation is performed in combination with the rhinoplasty itself, the procedure is performed under general anesthesia.
Nostril Reduction Surgery
The nostril reduction procedure is performed under local anesthesia in an average of 15-30 minutes.
During the procedure, people do not feel any pain.
The procedure can be performed under sterile clinical conditions or in a hospital setting.
After the procedure, hospital rest is not required, people can be discharged on the same day.
After Nostril Reduction Surgery
In the first 2 hours after the nostril reduction surgery, no pain is felt due to the effect of anesthesia.After the effect of the anesthesia wears off, a slight tingling pain may be felt and this pain can be easily controlled with painkillers.The sutures used during the procedure are removed by the physician 7-10 days later.
After nostril reduction aesthetics, the operation area is kept dry and clean for a week.There may be edema and bruising in the first week after the procedure. It is a very natural and temporary process.
Local ice application for the first 48 hours after the procedure will help reduce edema and bruising.After the procedure, the scars should be kept away from sunlight for a few months and after taking the necessary precautions, they can be exposed to the sun.
Nostril reduction surgery (Alarplasty) Complications and Risks
Complications of alarplasty, that is, nostril reduction surgery, are rarer than other surgical procedures performed on the nose. Nostril reduction surgery is a safe and quick surgical procedure, but as with any surgical procedure, alarplasty can come with some potential risks, as follows:
- Bruising and edema
- Bleeding
- Redness
- Postoperative asymmetry of the nostrils
- Some pain and/or numbness
- Scar
Nostril Reduction Surgery Preparation Process at a Glance
The first step for people who are uncomfortable with their nostrils is to meet with a reliable and experienced surgeon. In this process, the physician and the patient will decide on surgery with a joint decision. The surgeon will also share the possible risks and complications with the patient in detail and will make a decision considering the medical history.
Nostril Reduction Surgery
Alarplasty is a surgical procedure performed under local anesthesia with or without sedation and takes less than an hour. The procedure can be easily performed in sterile clinic or hospital conditions.
Post-operative
Patients should clean the procedure area daily and avoid activities that could potentially cause complications. They should also follow their surgeon's instructions to speed recovery. You can take a shower on the 2nd day after the procedure. After showering, it is sufficient to dry the wound area and keep it clean.
Healing Process
Patients are discharged from the hospital on the day of surgery. Keeping the procedure area dry and clean for the first week is sufficient for recovery. In the first two weeks, bruises and edema will completely disappear. Direct contact of the surgical scars with sun rays should be avoided in the first few months. During this process, it will be sufficient to use the creams recommended by your doctor.
Nostril Reduction Aesthetics Cost
The cost of nostril reduction aesthetics varies depending on whether the procedure is in the hospital or under clinical conditions, or whether there are different procedures to be performed in addition to the nostril reduction aesthetics.
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