Otoplasty, also known as ear surgery, reduces the size of large ears or ‘pins’ them back closer to the head to so they protrude less.

• THE OTOPLASTY PROCEDURE

  The exact specifics of the procedure depend on the requirements of the individual.

• BEST CANDIDATES FOR OTOPLASTY

  The best candidates for otoplasty are:

  • Children between the ages of 4-14
  • Adults in good health

  There are a variety of ear problems that can also be helped with surgery. These include: lop ear, cupped ear and shell ear.

• RISKS

  All surgery carries risk, and you should be fully aware of the medical risks associated with this procedure before you consent to surgery. Your surgeon will discuss these risks with you during your consultation, and you are encouraged to ask questions if there is anything you do not understand.

  It is your obligation to inform your surgeon of key medical information that may influence the outcome of your surgery or may increase the level of risk. These include medications you are taking, history of disease, medical complications, etc.

  Risks and risk rates vary from patient to patient depending on a range of factors. No two people are alike. The risks listed below are possible risks associated with this type of surgery and are mentioned regardless of how remote the possibility:

  Infection of cartilage. Excessive scarring. Blood clot that may need to be drained. Mismatched or artificial- looking ears. Recurrence of the protrusion, requiring repeat surgery.

• SURGERY

  Time required: 2-3 hours
  Anesthesia: General or local with sedation

• SIDE EFFECTS

  Temporary throbbing
  Aching and swelling
  Redness and numbness

• OTOPLASTY RECOVERY TIME