Otoplasty

Featured Otoplasty (Ear Pinning)
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Case: 1 of 4

This 26-year-old woman was unhappy and felt very self-conscious in public settings due to the prominent appearance of her ears.

She had otoplasty surgery (ear pinning) which is considered a minor surgery which corrects the profile and appearance of ears which protrude in an unflattering way, may be too large, or not symmetri... Read More

Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.

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Case: 2 of 4

This healthy 42-year-old woman was unhappy with the prominent appearance of her ears making her feel quite self-conscious to the point of never wearing her hair up.

She had otoplasty surgery (ear pinning) which is a minor surgery which corrects the profile and appearance of ears which protrude in an unflattering way, may be... Read More

Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.

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Case: 3 of 4

This 18-year-old woman was unhappy and felt very self-conscious in public settings due to the prominent appearance of her ears.

She had otoplasty surgery (ear pinning) which is a minor surgery which corrects the profile and appearance of ears which protrude in an unflattering way, may be too large, or not symmetrical.

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Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.

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Case: 4 of 4

This 22-year-old woman was unhappy and felt very self-conscious about the prominent appearance of her ears.

She had otoplasty surgery (ear pinning) which is considered a minor surgery which corrects the profile and appearance of ears which protrude in an unflattering way, may be too large, or not symmetrical.

This surgery give... Read More

Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.

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Who is a candidate for otoplasty?

The most common otoplasty patients are children and adults bothered by protruding ears that may lack the folds and contours of ears that are closer to the head. In children, the cartilage is soft enough that reshaping the ear is less difficult than it is when operating on the hardened cartilage of adult ears.

Otoplasty is also appropriate for outer ear injuries or to repair earlobes, especially for pierced ears that are torn or stretched. Most torn earlobes can be repaired using delicate surgical techniques.

What are my options for ear surgery (otoplasty)?

Decisions about the best approach to ear surgery for you or your child are discussed during a thorough consultation with one of the plastic surgeons at The Cosmetic Surgery Clinic. Otoplasty to correct protruding ears for young children is typically done with the patient under general anesthesia. We offer sedation for older children, such as teenagers, but the procedure is generally carried out under local anesthetic for adult patients. The results last indefinitely.

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Depending on the abnormality, several surgical techniques are available. In certain cases, a combination of techniques is appropriate. For protruding ears, the ear cartilage is reshaped and “set back” closer to the scalp by scoring the cartilage (making a series of small incisions) to allow it to bend back, and then inserting a series of non-dissolvable sutures to hold the cartilage in its new position and shape.

Earlobe repair usually requires removal of the damaged portion of the lobe, followed by careful suturing to restore an intact earlobe. Your surgeon will discuss the best approach for your particular concern.

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What should I expect after surgery?

Some bruising and swelling is normal immediately after surgery and will gradually diminish over the first week after surgery. Children may feel some nausea or dizziness caused by the general anesthetic. All patients are monitored in our recovery room before being discharged to the care of a friend or family member who will drive them home.

It is important that you are careful to monitor young children closely after ear surgery. They may be annoyed by the special bandages and try to pull them off, or may be simply curious about the results. Bandages and, later, a special headband, help ensure the best possible results and must remain in place as directed by your surgeon. Parents often arrange to have their school-age children remain home for at least a week after surgery. We recommend avoiding strenuous activity for 2 to 3 weeks. Keep in mind that it usually takes about 6 weeks to completely heal after ear surgery, although patient experiences vary.

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Residents from Cambridge, Guelph, Windsor, and London choose The Cosmetic Surgery Clinic for otoplasty. Get in contact online with one of our surgeons, or call our office at (519) 746-1132 to schedule an appointment.

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