Alar-plasty is a cosmetic surgery procedure that alters a person's nostril shape. The goal of the procedure will determine whether the nostrils are to be narrowed or increased. This surgery can be performed for both cosmetic reasons or functional reasons. In many cases, the surgery will reduce the size of the nose, which can improve the patient's appearance.
Procedure
Alar plasty is the removal of a small amount tissue at the base of your nose. The surgeon will measure the amount of skin needed to remove it and then stitch the remaining skin. The result is a slightly smaller nostril and a more pleasing nose. The surgery takes 45 minutes to an one-hour.
Time for recovery
After an alarplasty procedure, you may feel some discomfort and swelling for several days. After this, you can resume most of your daily activities and get back to your routine. However, some bruising may remain. Your recovery time will vary depending on your specific case, but in general, you can expect to be back to normal within four to six weeks.
Scars
Following an alar plasty procedure, there are several factors that can affect scarring. This surgery is quick and does not require any local anaesthesia. The surgeon will make an incision in the alar base and carve out the smaller nose shape. The surgeon will then use stitches to reinforce the altered alar base. The wound is then treated with bandage. The patient might be prescribed pain medication and instructed to keep it from getting infected. For a few days, he will be required wear a bandage.
Cost
Alar plasty costs vary depending on where it is done and who the surgeon is. These fees can range from $3,000 up to $8,500. They typically include the surgeon's charge, anesthesia, facility fees, and any other costs. These fees include blood work, pre-and post-operative appointments, and blood tests. The cost of these services will vary depending on the patient's medical history as well as their specific needs.
Optimal nostrils
Alar plasty is a procedure that aims to restore the optimal shape of your nostrils by positioning the ala in the ideal position. This procedure corrects nasal obstruction, nostril asymmetry, caudal ending deformity, and nasal obstructiveness. This procedure can also improve the symmetry of the nostrils and their width.
Sill excision
Alar plasty for sill exclusion can be performed to correct problems related to sill width and excessive alar flare. Sill width should be horizontal with larger nostrils. This can also be combined by reducing the base alar wedge.
Weir excision
A Weir Excision is a procedure that narrows the nostrils following alar plasty. The procedure involves making an incision just below the natural lips crease on the inside nostril. This incision will wrap around the nostril floor and the inside of the nostril. The wound is closed with sutures. After surgery, pain medication is administered to the patient and instructions are given on how to prevent infection. The wound will need to be bandaged for several days.