2026-05-25
Alar Rim Lowering (Nostril Reduction)
A case study of a woman in her 40s who underwent alar rim lowering and columella correction to reduce excessive nostril visibility and refine a bulbous tip.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 40s
# History of nose fillers (+)
# Current status and primary concerns: The tip of the nose is bulbous, and the nostrils are too visible. The bridge of the nose also feels low, and she wishes to improve it.
* Consultation
# She is stressed because the bridge of her nose is low and her nostrils are highly visible.
# There are three main factors contributing to excessive nostril visibility: (1) the alar rims are retracted (lifted), (2) the columella is drooping downward, and (3) the nostrils themselves are large and flared.
# Therefore, by lowering the alar rims and correcting the drooping columella, we can effectively reduce the size and visibility of the nostrils.
* Surgical Plan
# Rhinoplasty (Bridge): Silicone implant
# Tip: Septal extension graft, alar rim lowering, columella surgery
* Post-operative Progress
# As the bulbous tip was corrected, the nostrils were also adjusted to be less visible.
# When nostrils are overly visible, it makes the nose look short and can create an unfavorable impression.
# It is essential to reduce nostril exposure through an accurate analysis of the underlying causes.
What if your nostrils are too visible? (1) If the alar rims are lifted -> Alar rim lowering (2) If the columella is drooping -> Columella correction (3) If the alar base is wide -> Alar reduction
Consultation and surgery should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
The ‘VIBE’ that comes from extensive experience.
Dr. Young Moon Yoo, Representative Director of Vibe Plastic Surgery
Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur after surgery depending on the individual, and caution is required.