✨ Alarplasty (Nostril Reduction Surgery) in the Philippines

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Alarplasty, also known as alar base reduction or nostril reduction surgery, is a cosmetic procedure that narrows the width of the nostrils for a more refined and balanced nasal appearance.

It is ideal for patients who feel their nostrils appear too wide, flared, or disproportionate to the rest of their nose or face — with or without a full rhinoplasty.

• Wide or flared nostrils
   
• Bulky or rounded alar bases
   
• Nose that appears too wide from the front
   
• Facial symmetry and proportion
   
• Overall nose aesthetics without changing the bridge

Dr. Aicee Bernal is a trusted facial plastic surgeon in Manila who understands the importance of subtle and natural-looking refinement — especially for ethnic noses.

She customizes each alarplasty to suit your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals, ensuring the result is proportionate and harmonious with the rest of your facial features. Scarring is minimal and carefully placed within natural creases.

• Procedure Time: 45 minutes to 1.5 hours
   
• Anesthesia: Local anesthesia
   
• Downtime: 3–7 days of swelling; return to work in 1–2 days
   
• Scarring: visible scars for 1-3 months, then fades over 6-12 months
   
• Results: Visible within 2–3 weeks; final shape in 3-6 months

Q: Will there be a visible scar?
A: The skin heals thru scar formation.  The scars will be obvious for 1-3 months, then will gradually fade over 6-12 months.

Q: Can alarplasty be done without rhinoplasty?
A: Yes! Alarplasty can be performed as a standalone procedure if you’re only concerned about nostril width or flare.

Q: Will my nose still look natural?
A: Absolutely. Dr. Aicee ensures the reduction is subtle and balanced, enhancing your natural features without overcorrection.

Refine your nose shape with alarplasty by Dr. Aicee Bernal, one of the Philippines’ trusted plastic surgeons for natural-looking facial harmony.