Yes. You will meet your consultant during your initial consultation, and they will oversee your treatment plan and aftercare to ensure consistency, safety, and the highest standard of results.
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Explore what you need to know about Alar Base Reduction at our day surgery on 101 Harley Street.
Our Harley Street surgical centre offers discreet, state-of-the-art facilities where every alarplasty is tailored to the individual. Whether you’re seeking subtle refinement or more comprehensive rejuvenation, your treatment will be designed and performed by one of the UK’s leading facial surgeons.
Alar base reduction is a focused nasal reshaping procedure that narrows the width of the nostrils by removing a small amount of tissue at the base of the nose. This creates a more refined nasal contour and improves overall facial balance without changing the fundamental structure of the nose.
At 101 Harley Street, our approach is centred on achieving natural-looking refinement that respects each patient’s unique facial characteristics.
At 101 Harley Street, patient satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do. Our reviews reflect the expertise of our consultants, the quality of our care, and the exceptional results our patients experience. From your first consultation to full recovery, our team is dedicated to providing a seamless, supportive and reassuring journey, something our patients consistently highlight in their feedback. Below you can see our verified google reviews. You can also see more reviews on Doctify.
I recently had surgery at 101 Harley Street and was impressed by the level of care and professionalism displayed by the entire team. I was greeted with friendly staff which immediately made me feel comforted, and this genuine care continued throughout the entire journey. I highly recommend this clinic to anyone seeking quality medical care.
Doctor Dan Wright is not only one of the kindest and nicest human beings you could ever meet he’s one of the most professional. At every stage of my procedure I felt reassured and in very safe hands. I would not normally post a review of anything that isn’t a restaurant or a barber but I felt compelled to here because my experience was so wonderful. Fantastic stuff. Brilliant.
Dr Dan and his team at 101 are exceptional. I was made to feel so comfortable and relaxed during my procedure and everything is done with the highest level of professionalism. Can’t recommend them enough!
Staff were all extremely kind and thoughtful all through the process. I always come away feeling like I’ve had the best chat with good friends over a delicious coffee in a gorgeous spot. And all the while… also leaving with healthier skin. I’ve loved working with Emma and Duncan and everyone else at 101!
I had a procedure recently at 101 and I’m so happy with how it went! The staff and the consultant were super friendly and made me feel safe and welcome. The results of my procedure are fantastic and I will recommend to all of my friends and family.
Alar base reduction may be suitable if you:
Feel your nostrils appear wide, flared, or asymmetrical
Want more definition at the base of the nose
Wish to refine the nasal shape without a full rhinoplasty
Want to improve facial balance and proportion
Your consultant will examine your nasal structure and discuss the results that can be achieved with a tailored, individualised plan.
Every step is carefully managed by our experienced team to ensure your safety, comfort, and natural results that enhance rather than change your features.
| What’s Included in Your Treatment |
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A detailed consultation with your consultant surgeon |
Pre-operative assessment and anaesthetic review |
Bespoke surgical plan tailored to your anatomy and goals |
Day-surgery procedure with advanced techniques for minimal scarring |
Comprehensive post-operative care and follow-up appointments |
It is common to have questions about a surgical procedure. Some key questions here that we receive from patients considering a Alar Base Reduction.
If you are looking for more general information about what happens from your first consultation to aftercare visit our Your Journey page to understand how we guide each patient through the consultation, surgery, and recovery process within our Harley Street surgical centre.
Incisions are placed within the natural crease where the nostril meets the cheek, making scars discreet and typically fading extremely well over time.
Yes. It can be carried out as a standalone procedure or combined with rhinoplasty for more comprehensive nasal reshaping.
Alar base reduction specifically addresses nostril width. It does not alter the bridge or tip unless combined with rhinoplasty.
Most patients experience mild discomfort or tightness, which is easily managed with simple pain relief.
You will see improvements within 1–2 weeks, with final refinement visible at 3–6 months.
Results are long-lasting and typically permanent, as tissue adjustments do not revert once healed.
At 101 Harley Street, we’ve brought together some of the UK’s most experienced surgeons and medical specialists under one roof. Our CQC-registered surgical centre is dedicated to excellence in patient care, clinical precision, and natural aesthetic outcomes. Every treatment is consultant-led, ensuring expertise, continuity, and discretion throughout your entire journey.
Yes. You will meet your consultant during your initial consultation, and they will oversee your treatment plan and aftercare to ensure consistency, safety, and the highest standard of results.
Absolutely. During your enquiry process, our patient team will recommend the most suitable consultant for your treatment, but you are always welcome to request a specific doctor or surgeon if you prefer.
All procedures at 101 Harley Street are carried out by highly qualified consultants and specialists who are leaders in their respective fields. Each practitioner has extensive experience within both the NHS and private practice and is registered with the General Medical Council (GMC). You can explore our consultants here.
Our generously proportioned theatre can accommodate cases performed under general anaesthetic, intravenous sedation and local anaesthetic. We also have two treatment/consultation rooms where consultations and other minor operative procedures can be performed.
Our spacious, newly modernised operating theatre has been designed and equipped to provide surgeons and anaesthetists with an optimised environment to perform ambulatory day case surgical procedures. It is a very flexible space and can accommodate a wide range of non-infectious cases performed with local anaesthesia, IV sedation or full TIVA general anaesthesia (ASA Grade 1 and 2 only).
To learn more about what is involved before, during and after surgery, visit our journey page below.
Each member of our team of friendly, welcoming and highly skilled nurses and administrative staff has been individually chosen for their compassion, enthusiasm and dedication to providing our patients and medical staff with an unparalleled level of care.
