GRAND PLASTIC SURGERY
Alarplasty
Alar Base Reduction
Nostril Extension
Rhinoplasty – Corrects the center of the face
What makes Grand Rhinoplasty so special?
Sharp, three-dimensional design
Alar Base Reduction
Surgery duration30 min- 1 hour
Types of anesthesiaIV sedation
HospitalizationSame-Day Discharge
Stitch removal1-2 weeks
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CASE 01
When alar circumference is wide
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CASE 02
When alar width is wide
When the alar base is large and wide, the height of nose can appear low even when it’s not and the nose and nostril
can stand out from the face giving off unrefined impression. The reason why the alar base appears wide will be accurately analyzed
and customized surgery will be planned accordingly.
CASE 01
When alar circumference is wide.
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STEP 01
When alar circumference is wide.
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STEP 02
Wedged shape incision line is made on the alars.
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STEP 03
The alar circumference is reduced and the tip is gathered and sutured
CASE 02
When alar width is wide
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STEP 01
When the alar width is wide.
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STEP 02
Incision is made below the nostril.
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STEP 03
The width of the alar is reduced by tiding both nostrils closer with thread.
What makes Grand
Alar Base Reduction Specia
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01Customized surgery plan based on the cause of wide- looking alar base
According to the cause of wide looking alar base, it can be reduced with the most suitable method.
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02Alar based is reduced along with adjusting the height of the tip, angle and shape
Along with reducing the alar base the height and shape of the tip of nose can be beautifully designed.
Alar Base Reduction is suitable for those
- When the nose looks flat because the alar base is wide and bulbous
- When the alars are droopying like a shape of an arrow
- When the overall balance of face is not proportional due to the wide alars
Improvement to ideal alar base by correcting the nostril
Nostril Extension
Surgery duration30 min- 1 hour
Types of anesthesiaIV sedation
HospitalizationSame-Day Discharge
Stitch removal1-2 weeks
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CASE 01
When the nostrils look bigger because the alars are positioned high compare to the columella
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CASE 02
When the nostrils are too exposed due to upturned nasal tip
When the alars are positioned high compare to columella or the tip is upturned, the nostril can be too exposed
from the front and overall shape can look unbalanced. Nostril extension corrects the alars to a suitable length
and improves the proportion of the nose and nostril.
Method of Alar Base Extension
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CASE 01
V-Y advancement
Skin is resected inside the nostril. After pushing the V-shaped resected skin to the edge, it’s sutured into Y-shape extending the alar base downward.
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STEP 02
Alar Cartilage Repositioning
Alar base can be extended down by repositioning the nasal septum.
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STEP 03
Alar Cartilage Graft
Alar base is corrected by grafting ear cartilage or nasal septum to the alar rim.
What makes Grand
Alar Base Extension Special
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01Customized surgery based on the cause of lifted alar base
After analyzing the reason that the alars looks raised, suitable surgery is planned accordingly.
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02Surgery that corrects the nostril asymmetry
When the size and shape of the nostrils are asymmetrical, it can be corrected along with Alar Base Extension surgery.
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03Dual Cartilage Rhinoplasty with autogenous cartilage implant
When implant is needed to augment the bridge and tip along with Alar Base Extension, it can be done with autogenous cartilage.
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04Side effect such as contracture after rhinoplasty is improved
If the shape of nostrils did not improve or the alar base gets upturned due to contracture after rhinoplasty, it can be improved through this procedure.
Alar Base Extension is suitable for those
- Who have exposed nostri from the front because the alars are raised
- Who have asymmetrical nostrils
- When the nostrils still look upturned even after upturned nose correction
Materials used for rhinoplasty by types
Various rhinoplasty materials suitable for individual nose
Suitable materials are used for individual nose types.
Silicone implant is used for nasal bone and autologous cartilage is used for nasal tip.
- Autologous tissues
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- Artificial implant
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‘Better Together’
Grand Rhinoplasty Package
Completed system with the latest
medical equipments
GRAND offers the most
advanced techniques
CCTV Observation System
The guardians who have agreed in advance can observe the entire operation process in real time at CCTV observation room.
Stationed Anesthesiologists
Anesthesiologists who were former university professor is present during the surgery and real-time monitoring system is equipped to check all possible situation during general anesthesia.
Surgery real-name system
All the medical staffs at Grand Plastic Surgery are conscientious. Patient's surgeon will be in charge of the entire process from consultation to surgery and post-operative care to prevent damage from ghost surgery and substitute surgeon.
Emergency system fully equipped
Grand Plastic Surgery operating rooms are fully equipped with a University hospital-level safety system, including a cardiac defibrillator for emergencies, an emergency kit, and a UPS self-generating power system in case of a power outage.
Air circulator installed
Air circulator that can supply clean air, elimination of dust and germs, is fully equipped in OR to prevent infection.
Management of medical tools
All medical tools that can be easily contaminated are thoroughly sanitized and sterilized for prevention of infection.
Management of laundry
Professional laundry services are used for patient gowns, scrubs, OP drapes, etc. to aim the sanitized laundry through strict monitoring of infection or inflammation.
Management of inpatient rooms
Comfortable inpatient rooms are available to ease the whole surgery process of foreign patients. Professional, detailed care services are offered during their stay.
Collaboration of specialists in various fields for professional, high-quality customized solution for each patient
Grand Plastic Surgery has a systematic care system consisted of various specialists such as plastic surgeon, dermatologist, oral & maxillofacial surgeon, and anesthesiologist.
Improvement in patient’s appearance in most ideal, beautiful way is possible as 1:1 customized surgery is planed through detailed examination.
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2019 Medical Korea Awards
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Invited Speaker Speech Rhee Sewhan, M.D.
No. 1 in Anti-Aging Brand Awards
2018 KCAI (Korean Consumer Appraisal Index)
- Grand Prize in Anti-Aging Surgery
Giving & Sharing - Social Contribution Activity
Mongolian Red Cross Appreciation Plaque
Surgery and treatment volunteer for
disadvantaged group
Please follow the instructions for
the best results of the surgery!
Before and after
surgery guide
- Before surgery
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- 1On the day of surgery, it’s recommended to dress comfortably and to bring a hat, sunglasses, glasses, scarves, etc.
- 2If you are taking any medication, please tell your doctor in advance. You have to stop taking your medication from 7 to 10 days before the surgery. (Aspirin, painkillers, etc.)
- 3If you have symptoms of cold and flu, high fever, severe phlegm or cough, it is recommended to postpone the surgery.
- 4Please stop smoking and drinking three days before the surgery.
- 5Please do not eat or drink anything from 6 hours before the operation.(Including candy, gum, beverage, coffee, water)
- 6Driving immediately after surgery is dangerous, so please use public transportation or come with your guardian.
- After surgery
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- 1You may have a nosebleed for a day or two and it can be wipe off with clean tissue.
- 2Tape is used to fix the surgical site after surgery during healing process. Do no remove the tapes on your own.
- 3Do not blow your nose too hard and do not wear glasses or sunglasses for a month.
- 4Swelling on nasal bridge subsides after about a week from surgery and minor swelling on glabella and nasal tip gets gradually recovered and the speed of healing varies among individual.
- 5Do not bow your head or sleep on your face and use 2-3 fluffy pillows to elevate your head over 20-30 degrees higher than heart position – this helps with swelling and bruising minimization.
- 6Swelling is maximized up to 48 hours after surgery. Use ice pack for the first 3 days and use warm pack afterwards.
- 7Smoking and drinking are prohibited for fast recovery. It can be done starting from 3 – 4 weeks after surgery but only in inevitable situation.
- 8Avoid going to Sauna or hot spring for about 3 weeks after surgery.
Postoperative swelling and bruising may vary depending on the individual's constitution
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