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Q:<\/strong> I am contemplating minor revision rhinoplasty but want to avoid further lengthening of my long upper lip. Will alar wedge excisions affect this area?<\/p>\n

A:<\/strong> Alar base modification (alar wedge excisions) will have no effect on the length of the upper lip. Computer imaging may be helpful in your case to demonstrate the effect alar base modification will have on your appearance.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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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 ⭢<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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