The choice of a plastic surgeon for a cosmetic surgery procedure is a decision that will have an impact on the patient’s life for many years to come, if not their entire lifetime. A successful procedure will offer the patient significant benefits, as long as an experienced and skilled plastic surgeon undertakes it.

In the hands of a less qualified or relatively inexperienced surgeon, the possibility of poor outcomes increases. This may translate into additional time, expense, and disappointment for the patient. Board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Farah Naz Khan provides aesthetic and reconstructive procedures to patients in Dallas, Texas, and surrounding locations.

Why Choose an ABPS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon?

Patients should ideally work with an American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) certified plastic surgeon for their surgery. Many people are misinformed that state medical boards offer a credible indication of the qualifications and skills of the surgeon on the procedures that they advertise. 

However, in reality, it is not a legal requirement for surgeons to be trained in the exact surgical procedures that they offer to patients. Therefore, it is even more critical for patients to work with an ABPS certified surgeon for their breast reconstruction surgery.

To receive this renowned certification, a doctor must receive a minimum number of years of surgical training. Besides, they must undergo residency training for at least three years as well as pass written and oral examinations.

Upon completing their training, the surgeon will need to submit documentation on cases that they undertake to the board. On top of this, the board also requires surgeons to take renewal exams every ten years to maintain their certification. 

When choosing a plastic surgeon, the patient should ensure that their aesthetic sensibilities appeal to them. It is vital to achieve natural-looking results in cosmetic surgery. 

Besides relying on recommendations and the plastic surgeon’s experience, the patient should also review images of previous patients who have received a similar procedure with the surgeon and understand how these relate to their own aesthetic sensibilities.

The patient can understand the surgeon’s artistic sensibilities by reviewing plastic surgery before and after images of previous patients. They should evaluate whether the outcomes appeal to them.

When reviewing these pictures, patients should closely observe previous patients who look similar to them. The patient should also evaluate the outcomes of the surgeon’s previous cosmetic surgery patients for consistency and determine if they find the results attractive. 

It is vital for the patient to feel comfortable and relaxed with the cosmetic surgeon and their staff. For a significant procedure such as breast reconstruction surgery, working with a plastic surgeon with whom the patient feels comfortable is important. 

Questions to Ask

When determining an appropriate plastic surgeon, the patient should ask themselves the below-mentioned questions:

• Do I feel comfortable to be around this surgeon?
• Do I trust that this surgeon will recommend suitable and safe procedures for me?
• Is the surgeon approachable and friendly? Will I be able to ask them any questions that I may have throughout the surgical process?
• Will I feel comfortable disclosing my entire health history and lifestyle habits to this surgeon?

Board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Farah Naz Khan receives patients from Dallas, Texas, and nearby areas for a wide range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.

To schedule a consultation with Board Certified Dallas Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Farah Khan please call 469-437-5426 or click here to contact us.

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Nose alar adjustment is a surgical procedure designed to reshape flared or wide nostrils. The alar refers to the outer edges of the nostrils. 

Alar adjustment is usually performed along with nose width reduction. The surgeon can alter the level of tension that is leading to the unwanted flair in the nostrils by removing a portion of the tissue. 

What is Alarplasty?

Alar base reduction or nostril width surgery is considered a relatively minor procedure.  At times, this procedure is included as a part of facial cosmetic surgery to change the size of the nostrils, which may not be proportionate to the nasal tip and position of the eyes. The procedure provides an effective technique to change the nasal appearance and refine the nose structure for enhanced facial harmony. 

Alarplasty is a cosmetic surgery procedure to treat the alar, which is the area of the nose where the nostrils are rounded, covering the nose tip region (where the nose attaches to the nasolabial folds and cheeks).

Distinct Techniques 

For alar adjustment in rhinoplasty surgery, there are various surgical techniques that can be used. The surgeon will customize the procedure according to the patient’s unique needs. 

For example, the Weir technique is an alar adjustment procedure involving a specific type of incision. The surgeon will excise tissue to develop a wedge-like cavity. Then they will close the incision with sutures to develop beautiful contours. 

Ideal Candidates for Alarplasty

Ideal alarplasty candidates are individuals who are unhappy with the shape and contour of their nose. Suitable candidates should be in solid general health and not suffer from any health conditions that could raise the medical risks associated with facial surgery.

It is vital for patients to have realistic expectations from the results of this procedure. In addition, they should understand the risks and benefits associated with alarplasty and rhinoplasty.

This helps accomplish higher patient satisfaction levels and reduces any future disappointment from the cosmetic surgery procedure.

Alarplasty Procedure

This surgery is performed using local anesthesia. The surgeon cautiously makes the incisions, usually inside the nostrils. They will eliminate excess tissue through the incisions as well as reshape and change the size of the alars. After this, the surgeon will use sutures to make the nostrils narrower.

Outcomes of Alarplasty

Alarplasty can offer patients very effective outcomes by making the size and shape of the nostrils less prominent. This procedure does not usually involve the nasal bone or cartilage, which allows the patient to recover faster and more comfortably. 

Is Alarplasty Suitable for Me?

People assessing whether alarplasty is a suitable cosmetic procedure for them should set-up a detailed consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon. They will evaluate the nose appearance and structure, and then provide recommendations on how the patient can achieve their aesthetic goals, allowing them to make an enlightened decision. 

To schedule a consultation with Board Certified Dallas Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Farah Khan please call 469-437-5426 or click here to contact us.

Now receiving patients from Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Grapevine, McKinney and other surrounding greater Texas areas.

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