When Nostril Asymmetry Bothers You, Find Out About Alar Rim Lowering at Gangnam Vibe Plastic Surgery!

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Even though the nose shape isn't particularly strange,

why do the nostrils look more prominent in photos?

Among those who come for a consultation at

Gangnam Alar Rim Lowering Vibe Plastic Surgery,

especially when smiling or from an angle where the nose is seen from below,

there are people who are concerned about

nostril exposure or asymmetry.

Starting from these concerns and

looking for various information, the procedure you naturally come across

is exactly 👃🏻alar rim lowering!

At Vibe Plastic Surgery, a place well-known for rhinoplasty,

today we will summarize the details

focusing on what many people are most curious about :)

1. What is Alar Rim Lowering?

👃🏻In cases where nostril exposure is prominent from the front,

such as with an upturned nose or retracted alae (dragon nose),

it is a method of adjusting the position and balance of the nostrils

to create a more stable and

natural impression💫

Most people visit Vibe Plastic Surgery,

a place well-known for rhinoplasty, for the following reasons.

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There are mainly two cases where alar rim lowering is considered:

📌First, when the nostrils are highly visible from the front.

📌Second, when the size or shape of the left and right nostrils is asymmetrical.

Among those who visit

Gangnam Alar Rim Lowering Vibe Plastic Surgery,

some ask the question,

"If my nostrils are highly visible, is it a

good case for alar rim lowering?"

Just because the nostrils are highly visible

does not mean it is always suitable for alar rim lowering!

2. Cases Confused with Alar Rim Lowering

When considering alar rim lowering,

first and foremost, we look at the shape

and visible form of the nostrils.

Among those who come to

Gangnam Alar Rim Lowering Vibe Plastic Surgery,

there are quite a few cases where the nostrils have a round and gentle shape,

but are highly exposed from the front.

In these cases, rather than the position of the alar rim,

the cause is often a structure where the nasal tip appears relatively short,

so tip plasty can be more helpful

than alar rim lowering.

Also, it is important to see where the nostril appears pinched.

Depending on whether it is on the inside near the columella,

the center of the nostril,

or the outside,

the appropriate surgical method can vary.

3. When Alar Rim Lowering is Necessary

Generally, when the inner part of the nostril

appears pinched,

a more natural change is often expected

through alar rim lowering.

Like this, rather than focusing simply on

the nostrils being highly visible,

considering the shape and position together

is an important point :)

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4. Alar Rim Lowering Surgical Method

During surgery at Gangnam Alar Rim Lowering Vibe Plastic Surgery,

we apply a composite graft method

that uses both cartilage and skin together.

This method usually utilizes ear cartilage,

harvesting skin and cartilage together

from the upper or lower part of the ear cartilage

to use for the graft.

At Vibe Plastic Surgery, a place well-known for rhinoplasty,

the surgery is performed with incisions only inside the nostrils,

so it has the advantage of

leaving no visible stitches on the outside!

Also, it is performed without applying a splint and without nasal packing,

which is considered an advantage

as recovery is relatively fast.

You may feel relatively less

stuffiness or discomfort after the surgery.

5. Why Careful Judgment is Important for Alar Rim Lowering!

At Gangnam Alar Rim Lowering and Rhinoplasty Specialist,

Vibe Plastic Surgery,

rather than looking at the shape of the alar rim alone,

we carefully determine the right direction

for each individual's condition

by considering the overall balance and impression of the nose.

We value the process of helping you understand

through sufficient explanation

about whether alar rim lowering is necessary

and what method is appropriate.

Let me tell you the values pursued by Vibe,

the Gangnam Alar Rim Lowering and Rhinoplasty Specialist 💫

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👃🏻For alar rim lowering,

rather than 'can it be done,'

'is it really necessary in the current state,

and how should it be done to look natural'

is a more important point.

Gangnam Alar Rim Lowering Vibe Plastic Surgery

contemplates the right direction

for each individual patient together

based on sufficient analysis and

clear standards💜

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Frequently Asked Questions

If my nostrils are very visible, do I unconditionally need nostril reduction surgery?

No. If the nostrils are round and gently exposed, tip plasty may be more suitable than nostril reduction. An accurate diagnosis is necessary as the cause may be a relatively short-looking nasal tip structure.

What materials are used for nostril reduction surgery?

We mainly use a composite tissue grafting method that combines ear cartilage and skin. By harvesting skin and cartilage together from the upper or lower part of the ear cartilage and using it for grafting, more natural results can be expected.

Will there be scars after nostril reduction surgery?

No, there will be no visible scars. A major advantage is that the incision is made only inside the nostril, so you don't have to worry about exposed stitches or scars externally.

What is the recovery process like after surgery?

Recovery is relatively fast. Since the surgery is performed without a splint and without packing the inside of the nose with cotton, the stuffiness or discomfort that can be felt immediately after surgery is relatively less.

In which cases is nostril reduction most effective?

The most natural changes can be expected when the inner part of the nostril appears pinched. Even when nostril exposure is prominent from the front or there is left-right asymmetry, the position and balance of the nostrils are adjusted to create a stable impression.