Ear Reshaping

  • Ear
    Reshaping

    Face Cosmetic Surgery Cardiff

Surgery of the ear, also known as otoplasty, is a procedure that helps reduce protrusion of the ear away from the head. Most often, ear surgery is performed on children between the ages of four to fourteen. Ears that ‘stick out’ are often the source of teasing and ridicule in young children. This teasing can have a devastating effect on the child’s psyche.

Otoplasty is not limited to children and may also be performed on older patients. The procedures is suitable for individuals with large ears and for those with congenital (birth) irregularities that detract from their appearance. Additionally, an individual’s ears may exhibit abnormal traits due an accidental injury, such as losing an ear or part of an ear. Regardless of the technique employed, patients can look forward to long-lasting improvements to their overall facial appearance by restoring form and balance to their ears.

Reasons for Considering Ear Surgery:

  • Bring proportion to the face if the ears ‘stick out’ too much
  • Correct folded ear tips
  • Reshape long or offset earlobes
  • Remedy an accidental injury, including the loss of an ear

General Procedure

Ear surgery is commonly performed under general anesthesia. The standard otoplasty procedure brings the ears closer to the head. Otoplasty begins with an incision hidden in the crease behind the ear. This incision allows the cartilage located behind the ears to be reshaped in order to position them closer to the head. The procedure takes approximately one to two hours, depending upon the extent of surgery.

There are various surgical techniques involved in correcting irregularities other than protruding ears. Mr Karoo will discuss these techniques with you during the initial consultation.

The Recovery Process

After the surgery is completed, large bandages will be wrapped around the head. This method secures the ear in place and assists with the healing process. The bandages are usually removed within a week and replaced with smaller dressings. Generally, post-operative instructions call for plenty of rest and limited movement in order to speed up the healing process and reduce the recovery time. Patients sometimes report minor pain associated with surgery. This pain can usually be controlled effectively with oral medication. While complications are infrequent, patients can minimize potential problems by carefully following post-operative instructions.

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