Alar plasty, a cosmetic procedure that changes the shape of the nostrils, is called "Alar plasty". The procedure can either narrow the nostrils or increase them depending on the goal. The procedure can be performed for either cosmetic or functional reasons. In many cases, this surgery will make the nose appear more narrow, thereby improving the patient's appearance.
Procedure
Alar surgery involves removing small amounts of tissue around the base of the nostrils. The amount of skin removed is carefully measured and the surgeon then stitches together the remaining skin. The procedure results is a narrower nostril which makes the nose more appealing. The surgery can last 45 minutes to an hour.
Recovery time
After alar plasty you will feel some pain and swelling for several weeks. You will feel able to resume your normal activities after this time. However, some bruising may remain. You will be back to normal in 4 to 6 weeks depending on the circumstances.
Scars
The scars after an alarplasty procedure will be affected by a few things. This surgery is quick and does not require any local anaesthesia. The surgeon will create a small incision in the nasal base. The surgeon will then use stitches to reinforce the altered alar base. The wound is then treated with bandage. The patient may receive pain medication and instructions on how to prevent infection. The patient will need to keep a bandage on the wound for a few weeks.
Prices
The surgeon performing the surgery and the place where it is being performed will have an impact on the cost of alarplasty. The fees range from $3,000 to $8.500 and typically include the surgeon's fee, anesthesia and facility fees. They also cover pre and post-operative appointments and blood work. These costs will be determined by the patient's medical history, and their particular needs.
Optimal nostrils
Alarplasty is used to restore optimal nostril shape. The ala is repositioned in the best position. This procedure corrects nasal obstruction, nostril asymmetry, caudal ending deformity, and nasal obstructiveness. It can also improve the symmetry or width of the nostrils.
Sill excision
To correct sill flare and sill width problems, alar plasty can be done for sill exclusion. A sill with a horizontal line and larger nostrils is the ideal width. The procedure can be combined to reduce the base of an alar wedge.
Weir excision
A Weir removal is a surgical procedure to close the nostrils. This is done by incisions made on the nostril's inside, just below where the natural lip crease is. This incision wraps around both the nostril interior and the nostril floor. The wound then closes with sutures. After surgery, the patient is given pain medication and instructions to prevent infection. The wound should be covered for several days.