Ears
Aesthetic surgery of the ears (otoplasty) is most frequently performed due to their protrusion.
Other disfigurements may be also corrected with special surgical techniques. Corrections may involve change in anatomy of the pinna itself or its position.
Besides aesthetic improvement, ear surgery boost patient (children in particular) self-esteem and confidence.
Otoplasty is performed most frequently in local anesthesia. In younger children general anesthesia is preferred.
Skin incisions are placed on posterior aspect of the ear. Resulting scars are imperceptible after heeling is complete.
Patient operated in local anesthesia may go home immediately after the surgery. Those operated in general anesthesia are monitored for 3-6h before home discharge.
Return to non-strenuous activity is possible from 3 days after the surgery. Normal activity may be resumed after 2 weeks, although ears must be protected from contusions for additional 2-3 months.
Final aesthetic result is long-lasting and can be seen 4-6 weeks after the surgery when edema subside.
| Duration | up to 2,5 h |
| Anesthesia | local or general (in children) |
| Stay in the facility | 3-6 h |
| Recovery | 14 d |
| Sutures | removed at post-op day 14 |
| Contraindications | menstruation or pre-menstrual period, untreated mental illnesses, blood clotting disorders, uncontrolled hypertension, uncontrolled diabetes, cardiac arrhythmias, active infections, autoimmune diseases, cancer, pregnancy |
| Recommendations before the procedure | ears pre-op.pdf |
| Recommendations after the procedure | ears post-op.pdf |
This short information doesn’t replace medical consultation in the office.