Otoplasty Surgery

Otoplasty surgery is a cosmetic surgery procedure that serves to correct overly protruding or prominent ears. Otoplasty patients are typically among the most satisfied of facial plastic surgery patients, due to the tremendous impact this procedure has on their self-esteem.

Length Of Operation: 1-2 hour

Who is a Candidate for Otoplasty?

You may benefit from ear surgery if you have:

• Overly large ears

• Ears that protrude from your face

• Misshapen ears

• Reduce overly enlarged ear lobes

• Enhance facial appearance and balance

• Gain confidence and self-esteem in his or her facial appearance

 Ear Surgery Procedure Overview:

• You will be given an anesthetic so you will not feel any pain during the procedure

• Results can be seen immediately

• A light dressing is put in place after the surgery, which usually remains for one day

• After surgery, the patient will be given a ROMO-GUARDTM to protect the new ear(s)

• Recovery and potential downtime can range from 10‒14 days, although adults can usually return to work in about a week

• The surgery is done in the fold of skin behind the ear, so there is no visible scar

Otoplasty Results:

Otoplasty may achieve the following results:

• Changed ear shape and protrusion, allowing for a more natural appearance

• Make one or both ears more proportionate to the size and shape of the head and face

• Pin back the ears

• Reduce the size of the ears or make them more symmetrical