COSMETIC EAR SURGERY

For those who struggle with feeling insecure about their ears, it’s no secret how much of a toll this concern can take on self-esteem. Although prominent ears only affect about 5% of the general public, the issue can have notable psychological and social effects. Fortunately, there is a cosmetic procedure called otoplasty that changes the shape, position, or size of the ears.

WHAT IS THE BEST AGE FOR OTOPLASTY?

Otoplasty can be done at any age after the ears have reached their full size, usually after age 5.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO RECOVER FROM OTOPLASTY?

After otoplasty surgery, there will be stitches behind your ears. You will also have a dressing wrapped around the head. This dressing is to stay in place for a week. The stitches will be removed, usually in 2 weeks.

DOES OTOPLASTY AFFECT HEARING?

The purpose of ear surgery is to alter the shape of the ear. Therefore, it cannot change or improve hearing.

WHEN WILL I SEE RESULTS AFTER MY OTOPLASTY?

The great thing about the otoplasty procedure is that it can deliver results right away. Otoplasty is a permanent solution to your ear-related issues.

WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR OTOPLASTY?

Those who struggle with feeling insecure about their ears are good candidates.

IS OTOPLASTY A PAINFUL PROCEDURE?

No. The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation

Before the procedure, it is necessary to consult your MD. The procedure is simple. It can be performed under local anesthetic. During otoplasty, the surgeon removes an adequate piece of cartilage to achieve the desired aesthetic and then fixes the incision with sutures. Depending on the patient, the procedure lasts up to two hours.