Otoplasty
Prominent ear is a deformity that subjects children to peer ridicule such that they become withdrawn, introverted, and under achieve.
Procedure
The aim is to recreate the ear convolutions and pleasing shape.
Results
Result is usually stable after 3 months.
Indications
Protruding or prominent ears.
Complications
Recurrent ear prominence.
Recovery
A one-night hospital stay for young children or day-surgery for older ones is required. It is strongly recommended that a head band that protect the ears during sleep is worn at night only for 3 months.
Anesthesia
General or local with sedation.
- Does this surgery affect hearing?
- Will there be any scars?
Does this surgery affect hearing?
Correction of the external ear shape does not affect hearing at all.
Will there be any scars?
A small fine scar is hidden behind the ear.
- Category
- Services
- Body Part
- Ear
- Applicable for Men
- Yes
- Surgical
- Yes