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Can an Alar Reduction Compromise Breathing? 

Posted on January 21, 2019 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

When performed judiciously, alar base modification should have no effect on breathing.  Typically the sensation of nasal obstruction or flow is most easily affected at an area referred to as the “nasal valve”, which should not be affected by alar … Continue reading →

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Will alar wedge excision adversely lengthen my upper lip (area between nose and mouth)?

Posted on October 18, 2016 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Q: I am contemplating minor revision rhinoplasty but want to avoid further lengthening of my long upper lip. Will alar wedge excisions affect this area? A: Alar base modification (alar wedge excisions) will have no effect on the length of … Continue reading →

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