Otoplasty

Otoplasty

Protruding ears are the most common type of ear deformity. In our part of the world, they are amusing, and the affected children are frequently teased by their peers. As a result, mental disorders occur. The children experience shame and develop feelings of inferiority.

 

Protruding ears are usually caused by a congenital deformity of the ear cartilage or by an asymmetrical development of individual cartilage parts. A plastic surgical procedure can reshape the ear cartilage and create the ear. This operation can be performed at any age. Because starting school is a significant event for children, an ear correction surgery should be performed for psychological reasons before they begin school, but no later than the age of ten. A customized ear correction Individual ear correction can also be performed for a variety of congenital or acquired ear problems. Only the upper part of the ear protrudes forward in some people. Even extremely small ears or a lack of auricle folding can result in a correction.
​Earlobes, especially those that are particularly large, can also be reduced. Even in the case of defects caused by ear injuries to the outer ear, plastic surgical measures can produce a satisfactory outcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

Otoplasty can be performed on children as young as four years old in severe cases. Many parents prefer to wait until their child is at least seven years old so that they can be an active participant in their child's care. Furthermore, children at this age are better able to deal with and recover from surgery. If the mention of surgery causes your child distress, it may be best to postpone the procedure until they are older and more mature.
Most patients are ecstatic when they see the results right away. Because of the swelling, the final appearance takes several weeks.
Otoplasty, like any other major surgery, carries risks, such as bleeding, infection, and anesthesia side effects. Scarring is another risk associated with otoplasty. While scars are permanent, they are likely to be hidden behind or in the folds of your ears.
Ear surgery, also known as otoplasty, has numerous advantages. It can help boost your self-esteem and confidence, especially if you have large and prominent ears. Many parents who have children with particularly large ears opt for ear molds because they can help reduce the likelihood of their school-age children being teased by their peers and make glasses or earrings more comfortable to wear. More importantly, it can correct congenital ear problems such as microtia and anotia, as well as complications caused by blunt force impact or physical injury, such as accidentally pulling out piercings.
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