Ear reshaping surgery
Otoplasty can reduce ear prominence, reshape selected cartilage features and improve right-left balance. The plan should respect ear size, natural folds, scalp relationship and the fact that complete symmetry is not realistic.
Technique may include cartilage scoring, suturing, limited cartilage removal or a combination. Incisions are usually placed behind the ear, although the exact approach depends on the deformity and previous procedures.
A protective dressing or headband may be recommended. Swelling, bruising, tenderness and temporary altered sensation are expected. Patients should avoid pressure, impact and activities that may bend the ears during early healing.
Possible complications include bleeding, infection, delayed healing, visible or thickened scars, cartilage irregularity, asymmetry, over-correction, under-correction, recurrent prominence, skin compromise and the possible need for revision. Cartilage has memory and can change during healing.
Send front, rear and side photographs with the hair held away from both ears, together with information about previous surgery, trauma and scar history.
Medical content reviewed by Dr. Telman Arakelyan. Final technique and suitability require clinical examination.
