Nostril Reduction (Alar Base Refinement) in Dubai
When the lower third of the nose feels dominant, the solution is often millimetre-level refinement at the alar base—not a full nose operation. My approach is proportion-driven and conservative: narrow where needed, protect airflow, and preserve your natural identity without a pinched look.
What nostril reduction can improve
- Wide alar base when viewed from the front
- Excess flare on smiling or speaking
- Asymmetry between nostrils or alar creases
- A lower nose that overpowers an otherwise balanced profile
Technique options
All techniques are designed to hide scars in creases and shadow lines.
Alar Wedge (Weir-type)
Removes a slim, curved wedge where the wing meets the cheek to reduce width and flare.
- Incision sits in the alar-facial groove
- Excellent for visible flare and wide alar sidewalls
Nostril Sill Reduction
Targets the floor of the nostril to narrow the base while keeping the outer curve soft.
- Useful when the width comes mainly from a thick sill
- Maintains natural alar arc
Anaesthesia & duration: usually local anaesthesia in clinic; 45–75 minutes depending on symmetry and technique.
Sutures: very fine external stitches removed around day 7; internal sutures often dissolvable.
Results you can expect
- Front-view refinement with nostrils aligned to the eyes and lips
- Softer smile flare while keeping natural expression
- Symmetry improved without over-narrowing
- Base that blends with your facial identity (we respect ethnic features and sex-specific aesthetics)
Recovery & aftercare (typical)
- Swelling/marks: most visible for 5–10 days
- Taping/Silicone care: once healed, silicone gel or tape to optimise scars
- Make-up cover: from day 7–10 (after suture removal and check)
- Exercise: light activity after a few days; avoid heavy exertion ~2 weeks
- Scar maturation: improves over 6–12 weeks; SPF 50+ for 12 months
Safety & transparency
- Conservative, millimetre-planned resections (you can’t “add back” tissue)
- Protect nostril function and internal airway shape
- Scars are placed in creases; most fade well with proper care
- Risks discussed: temporary numbness, asymmetry, scar thickening (rare; treatable), under/over-correction (we plan to avoid this)
Smart combinations & sequencing
Liquid Rhinoplasty
to smooth a small hump or lift a mild droop, while the alar base is refined surgically.
Chin support
(filler or genioplasty) when the profile still reads nose-heavy after base refinement.
Skin quality
around the nose/lip for a clean finish (boosters, light peels).
FAQs
Will my nose look “operated”?
No—the aim is subtle front-view balance. Incisions follow natural curves and are closed with micro-sutures.
Can we treat only one side?
Yes, when asymmetry is the main concern. We often combine a tiny reduction on the fuller side with micro-adjustment on the other.
Will it affect breathing?
The procedure is external/base-focused. Airflow is preserved; if functional concerns exist, we assess separately.
Can I pair this with non-surgical nose shaping?
Yes—Liquid Rhinoplasty can refine bridge/tip lines while the base is narrowed surgically.
