Merry Alar Reduction Surgery for a Slimmer Nose Shape

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When people think of rhinoplasty, many usually imagine surgery to raise the nasal bridge.

However, rhinoplasty should be designed with not only the bridge in mind, but also the tip, alar, and other structures.

In fact, even if the nasal bridge is well defined, many people have especially thick alar tissue and a bulbous nose shape.

This kind of nasal shape can make the overall impression seem dull and stuffy.

Today, we will introduce Merry alar reduction surgery, which can help create a slimmer nose.

What is the ideal alar ratio?

If the nasal bridge is narrow and well defined, but the tip looks blunt and large, improvement may be possible through Merry alar reduction surgery.

So, how can we estimate the ideal alar ratio?

When viewed from the front, the nose looks natural when the alar accounts for about one-fifth of the entire face, and when its width is similar to the distance between the eyes.

Also, when viewed from below, it is considered appropriate when the nose looks like an equilateral triangle and the length of the nostrils takes up about two-thirds of the entire nose.

If the proportions of the nose are larger than this, the alar can be considered larger than the ideal ratio.

Depending on the cause of the prominent alar, the results can vary, and if there are multiple contributing factors, it is better to consider bulbous nose surgery rather than simply Merry alar reduction surgery.

What is the difference between alar surgery and bulbous nose surgery?

Many people may wonder whether a nose with large alar is a bulbous nose.

It is true that a bulbous nose has especially large alar and a broad, rounded tip, but Merry alar reduction surgery and bulbous nose surgery are somewhat different.

Alar reduction surgery is performed by partially excising and suturing the tip, or by inserting threads to bring the alar closer together.

Because of this, the scale of the surgery is smaller than that of other nose surgeries.

However, if the cause of the spread is not simply the alar and tip cartilage, but a complex combination of the nasal bridge, cartilage, and tissue that is overly pronounced, it is advisable to consider bulbous nose surgery.

What are the features of Merry alar reduction surgery?

So what are the key points of the alar reduction surgery performed at our clinic?

First, we strive to create alar that are harmonious with the face and look natural. We planned to reduce the wide alar in proportion to the face and aimed to create alar that are harmonious and natural.

Second, a natural and symmetrical nostril shape is important. Some people sometimes think that alar reduction surgery is less extensive and easier than other surgeries. However, just because there is less scarring and swelling does not mean the surgery does not require delicacy. In particular, when tying the nose, if the symmetry becomes uneven and the nostrils fold flat, the shape can look awkward, so the surgery must be performed with a natural appearance in mind while maintaining symmetrical nostril shapes.

Third, we strive to reduce the burden of the suture lines and scars. The results of nose surgery can only be confirmed after postoperative scars and swelling have improved. We perform delicate surgery to reduce the suture lines and scars.

For Merry alar reduction surgery that takes all of the above into account, the surgical team’s experience and skill are important. At our clinic, based on extensive surgical experience and anatomical knowledge, we can expect stable results.

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