Otoplasty (Ear reshaping)

Otoplasty or ear reshaping surgery is a solution for correcting strangely shaped or disproportioned ears, which are by birth or due to mishap or injury. The aim of the surgery is to create a natural shape of the ear as much as possible in proportion to the face. Like other reconstructive surgeries, such as rhinoplasty (nose job), otoplasty not only improves appearance but enhances self-esteem. It is good option for those who are much bothered by the ear deformity and are socially conscious of their appearance due to it. The surgery has proved to be successful and bring effective results.

Know some facts about otoplasty:

Children as young as 4-5 years can undergo otoplasty

Done to correct conditions like protruding ears, abnormally large ear, stahl ear, shell ear, and lop ear

Usually done on both ears to for symmetry

Done under local anesthesia in adults while general anesthesia is given to children

Recovery time varies between 2-4 weeks

Otoplasty does not change your hearing ability

The scars after otoplasty are to likely fade over time

Safe and effective

The risks involved are same as that in any other surgical procedure like bleeding, infection, or reaction to anesthesia.

If the surgery results do not meet your expectations, you may require a revision surgery.

If you are planning for ear reshaping surgery, do not be carried away by the hyped advertisements. Use your wisdom and take well-informed decision. Choose an experienced, trained and accredited cosmetic surgeon who performs ear surgery in an advanced plastic surgery hospital facility. Clearly discuss with your otoplasty surgeon about your expectations from the surgery and what could be achieved.

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