Otoplasty

Ear Surgery

Prominent ear correction/ Bat ear correction/ Otoplasty

Otoplasty, also called ear surgery, aims to improve the appearance of the ears by improving the shape, position or proportion of the ear. It can also correct certain defects in the ear structure that may be present at birth or that becomes apparent with development. Otoplasty can also treat misshapen ears caused by injury.

Procedure

Otoplasty sets prominent ears back closer to the head and/or reduces the size of large ears. It can create a more natural shape and size while bringing balance and proportion to the ears and face. Correction of even minor deformities can have enormous benefits to appearance and self-esteem. If protruding or disfigured ears bother you or your child, you may consider plastic surgery. Cosmetic ear surgery is most often performed on children between the ages of four and fourteen and may be covered by insurance.

Length

Approximately two hours.

Anesthesia

Young children are usually given general anesthesia. For older children or adults, a general or local anesthesia can be used along with sedation.

Inpatient/Outpatient

Usually this is an outpatient procedure.

Risks

Infection, bleeding, swelling, bruising, numbness, excessive scarring, blood clots that may need to be drained, mismatched or artificial-looking ears, or the recurrence of the protrusion, which requires repeat surgery.

Possible Side Effects

Temporary throbbing, itching, aching, swelling, redness and/or numbness.

Recovery

The patient may return to school or work within five to seven days, and resume strenuous activity, such as contact sports in one to two months. A compression garment is required to use for 4 weeks.

Results

Usually permanent.

Ear Surgery Before

External Stitches

Ear Surgery Results

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