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.
| 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 |
Recovery from alar base reduction at 101 Harley Street is typically straightforward, with most patients returning to normal life within one to two weeks. The timeline below is a general guide — your surgeon will provide a personalised plan at consultation.
Days 1–3 — Go home the same day. Expect mild swelling, tenderness, and some bruising around the base of the nose. Keep your head elevated, avoid blowing your nose, and take prescribed pain medication as directed. Rest is important during this early period.
Days 4–7 — Swelling begins to reduce and any initial discomfort settles. Small sutures are typically removed at around 5 to 7 days. You will attend an early review appointment with your clinical team, who will assess your healing progress.
Weeks 1–2 — Most patients feel comfortable returning to work and light daily activities within 5 to 7 days. By the end of week two, the majority of visible swelling and bruising has resolved. You should continue to avoid strenuous exercise and anything that risks impact to the nose.
Weeks 2–6 — Normal day-to-day activities, including light exercise, can resume progressively. The nasal base continues to settle and refine. Early improvement in the shape and width of the nostrils is visible at this stage, though some residual swelling may remain.
3–6 Months — Full recovery is reached at 6 to 8 weeks, with final results visible between 3 and 6 months as all residual swelling resolves and the tissues fully settle into their refined position.
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.
Alarplasty is a focused surgical procedure that narrows wide, flared, or asymmetrical nostrils by removing a small amount of tissue at the nasal base. Unlike full rhinoplasty, it doesn’t alter the bridge or overall structure — just refines proportion and balance.
No. Alarplasty targets nostril width and shape only, while rhinoplasty addresses broader concerns like the bridge, tip, and overall structure. Both can be combined, but for isolated nostril concerns, alarplasty alone is often the more appropriate approach.
Alarplasty typically takes 45–60 minutes and is performed as a day case, so you go home the same day. It can be carried out under local anaesthetic with sedation or general anaesthetic, depending on your circumstances and preferences.
Incisions are placed in the natural crease at the nostril base, keeping scars discreet and well concealed. In most patients, scars become very difficult to detect within several months as healing progresses.
Alar base reduction is priced on a case-by-case basis at 101 Harley Street, as the approach varies between patients. Your confirmed cost, provided after consultation, covers your pre-operative assessment, anaesthetic review, the procedure, and all follow-up care. Financing options are available.
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.
Our surgery is located on Harley Street in Marylebone, London, within one of the world’s most prestigious and historic medical districts. Situated at 101 Harley Street, the clinic offers a discreet and refined setting in the heart of Central London, bringing together leading consultants, advanced facilities and personalised care.
We welcome patients from across the world, as well as patients travelling to London from across the UK and internationally for specialist medical, surgical and aesthetic treatments.
Our location benefits from excellent transport connections. Regent’s Park, Oxford Circus and Baker Street Underground stations are all within easy walking distance, while major London rail stations and international airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and London City provide convenient access for national and international visitors.
Whether you are travelling from within London or further afield, our Harley Street clinic provides a calm, professional environment designed to deliver exceptional care in one of the capital’s most respected medical locations.
