This patient was concerned with the width of her nose. We performed a simple operation with local anesthesia to reduce it and the results were immediate
Nose base reduction (alar base reduction) is a cosmetic procedure that narrows wide nostrils and reduces the width of the nose base, improving overall facial harmony.
What Nose Base Reduction Fixes:
Wide or flared nostrils
Broad nose base
Lack of facial balance
How the Procedure Works:
The surgeon removes a small amount of tissue at the base of the nostrils to reshape and narrow the nose width.
Performed under local or general anesthesia
Takes 30–60 minutes
Small, well-hidden incisions
Recovery:
5–7 days: Initial healing
1–2 weeks: Return to normal activities
Few months: Final refined result
Benefits:
More defined, proportionate nose
Subtle, natural-looking improvement
Minimal scarring
Permanent results
Precision is essential—over-reduction can look unnatural. Always choose an experienced surgeon for balanced results.