Otoplasty

Question: I had otoplasty surgery 4 months ago.  I am unhappy with the results and I would like to have my ears worked on again.  How long do I need to wait until I can have the surgery again?  Answer: Depending upon the deformity of the ears following the otoplasty surgery, you may be ready… [Read More]

Question: I have a limited number of days that I can take off for my otoplasty surgery next month. I need to let my boss know what is going on and would like to know when I can return to work after ear pinning surgery. Answer: If you are the type of individual who is… [Read More]

Question: My left ear was mutilated by an animal during an attack. Can you perform some type of reconstructive surgery for my ear? Answer: Disfiguring injuries to the ear is a common occurrence. Animal injuries are one of the more common ways in which an ear is traumatized. Reconstructive surgery of the ear can be… [Read More]

Question: I am male, 29 years old and would like to fix my ears. The outer edge rolls back a little too far and looks very unusual.  Is this outpatient surgery? How long will it take the cartilage in my ear to look better? Answer: Cosmetic changes to your ears are immediate following otoplasty surgery. … [Read More]

Question: I am the parent of a child who I believe is a good candidate for otoplasty. How big is the risk, if any, for hearing impairment as a result of this procedure? Answer: There really is no risk at all of compromising hearing in your child if they have an otoplasty performed.  Hearing is… [Read More]

Question: I’ve had problems with ear infections my whole life. I’d like to get an ear pinning surgery but was wondering if it would affect my ear troubles. Answer: Your question is an interesting one.  Generally speaking, ear infections will occur either in the middle ear or in the ear canal itself.  Having your ears… [Read More]

Question:Our 14 year old son wants to have otoplasty surgery. He plays hockey so I’m wondering how long he will have to wait post-op before he is able to safely play the sport again, and wear his helmet. What is your opinion? Answer:I also have a 14 year old son who is a hockey and… [Read More]

Question:I’ve heard ear surgery is often performed on children. I wish I’d had it as a kid because I was always teased and called Dumbo. I’m an adult now and my ears still bother me. Is it possible to have surgery now? Answer:Traditionally ear surgery is performed on children because the ear stops growing around… [Read More]

Question:What are the complications associated with ear surgery and how are they addressed? Answer:I assume that you are referring to otoplasty when you are asking about ear surgery. The risks of otoplasty are mostly about creating a naturally appearing ear and that both ears appear the same. Careful measurements are performed on the ears and… [Read More]

Question:I have large ears. Does the size of the ear have any bearing on the success of an otoplasty? Answer:The size of your ears should not impact the success of otoplasty surgery. The larger the ears, the more dramatic the results of your otoplasty that you can expect to see. Posted by Dr. Philip Schoenfeld