There are many ways to narrow your nose. One common procedure is to remove cartilage from the base or nostrils. It's called alar base removal. The best way to remove the tissue will be determined by your plastic surgeon. This procedure can also narrow the nose in several ways. Read on to learn more about rhinoplasty. You can also read about cartilage grafts, and different types of nose surgery.
Reduced nasal hump
There are two main ways to reduce nasal hump. The endonasal approach involves elevating the cephalic edge of the septum and exposing the periosteum. An external approach involves the use of an 11-bladed scissors, transecting the nasal bones, the septum, and the upper lateral cartilages. The main advantage of this method is the preservation of all ULCs of the nasal mucus.
Columellar incision
Incisions for columellar surgery in rhinoplasty can be made on the inside and extend through to the columella. These incisions allow the surgeon lift the nasal skin to expose the underlying nasal structures. This incision allows for the complete removal of three components of the nose: the tip, turbinates and the base.
Nasal strut of formed cartilage
A columellar strit, a graft of cartilage can be used to narrow a nose. The strut is used by surgeons to stabilize the nasal tip during open rhinoplasty procedures. The strut, a piece cartilage that extends from your nasal base, is a part of the cartilage. It attaches with the septal cartilage to stabilize the base of the nose. The nasal tip can then project properly.
Alar cartilage reconstruction using cartilage grafts
Reconstruction of the alar cartilage by cartilaginous Grafts is an alternative to reshaping a nose. Its versatility is apparent in its potential to be used as a spreader. Although it is only used for spreading grafts, some patients have also found it to be a good dorsum donor. This alternative may be beneficial in preventing or correcting inverted "V" deformity, as well as improving airway flow for those with internal nasal valve deformities. It has also proven effective in treating bulbous tips of Caucasian people.
Reconstruction and grafting of cartilage to the sphenoid nasal.
The advantages of reconstructing the sphenoid sinus with cartilaginous-grafts include: This procedure can improve the functional and cosmetic outcome of the nose. It is a reliable procedure that may improve cosmetic results in a wide variety of patients. It can improve the appearance or symmetry of a small bony structure in the back of your nose called the sphenoid.
You can also narrow your nose with other procedures
If you have noticed that your nose is narrow, you may want to consider other procedures. For a more attractive appearance, you may consider a septoplasty. This is essentially a surgical procedure that narrows your nostrils. Controlled cuts will be made to your nasal bones in order to reshape or make them more prominent. This will restore your nose's smooth curve. Recovery can take several months after septoplasty. After the procedure, you may resume normal activities.