Alarplasty (Surgery For Nose Reduction)

· Those in Istanbul, Turkey who need a nose correction procedure.
· Those with a large or wide nose.
· Those who wish to adjust the shape and size of their nostrils by removing soft tissue.
· Those who wish to improve the appearance of their nose.
· Those who wish to increase their facial attractiveness.

Alarplasty, also commonly known as Nose Reduction Surgery, is a surgical procedure performed to adjust the size and shape of the nostrils and alar by removing a certain amount of soft tissue from inside your nose. The "alar" is the soft and flexible tissue that extends outward from your nasal tip to your face.

There are 2 common methods of alarplasty performed:

· Lateral Resection
A procedure recommended for patients with large nostrils. The treatment involves removing the skin at the base of the nose to make the nostrils smaller; thus, a slimmer and pointier nose would be visible.

· Median Resection
A procedure performed to reduce the large nose by making small incisions from the inside of the nostrils and draw the nostrils inward using the flap method. As the skin is cut from the inside of nostrils, there would be no noticeable wounds. The results would have rounder ends compared to the Lateral Resection method.

1. Consultation and examination of the nose condition
2. The area for incisions to be made will be marked for you to visualize
3. Application of either local anesthesia or general anesthesia
4. The incision will be made and nose shape will be carved
5. Removal of the extra skin tissues from the nose
6. Sutures will be made to reinforce new shape of alar base
7. Closing of the incision and bandage will be worn for a few days after the procedure

<Advantages>
· Reduces the size of alar and nostril
· Improves the shape of your nose
· Permanent results
· Short downtime
· Increases facial attractiveness

<Limitations>
· Redness and swelling may last up to 7 days

· It is recommended that vigorous activities should only be done 4 weeks after the surgery
· Avoid smoking 2 weeks before the surgery and at least 4 weeks after the surgery
· Avoid alcohol consumption for at least 3 weeks after the surgery
· Avoid putting pressure on the treated area
· Avoid sneezing or coughing hard for the first few days after the surgery

Q1: Does Alarplasty affect breathing?
A1: No, the procedure will not affect breathing.

Q2: Will the underlying structure of my nose be affected?
A2: In Alarplasty, no changes are made to the bone or cartilage of the nose, so the underlying structure of the nose is not affected. Only your nasal flare will be different.

Q3: Is the procedure painful?
A3: No, as you will be under anesthesia.

Q4: Will there be post-alarplasty scars?
A4: The scars are well-hidden because all incisions tend to be made in the alar crease.

Q5: Will any of my other facial features change as well?
A5: Slimmer nose may help your face shape to look slimmer as well.

Q6: How long can the effect last?
A6: The treatment has a permanent result.

[Clinic Name] Dr. Oyku Celen, Skin Health Clinic
[Location] Istanbul, Turkey
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] A 1-min walking distance from Tattoom Gallery and a 10 mins drive from Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday-Friday (9:00AM-6:00PM); Saturday (10:00AM-3:00PM)