There are several operations which can help to improve or correct the appearance of the ear:
- Correction of prominent ears – ‘Pinnaplasty’ or ‘Otoplasty’
- Reduction of large earlobes
- Repair of split or stretched earlobes
- Treatment of keloids
- Treatment of skin cancers or Chondrodermatitis
In almost all cases these operations can be done as awake daycase surgery (local anaesthetic).
AFTER
BEFORE
AFTER
BEFOREAnaesthetic: Local & General options
Time: 2 hours
Hospital stay: Day case
Recovery: Plan a quiet week or two at home. Need to avoid forceful activities/contact sports for 6 weeks
Risks: There are a range of risks and limitations with all surgical procedures
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HOW ARE PROMINENT EARS CORRECTED?
This operation has 2 medical names which are the same treatment – ‘pinnaplasty’ and also ‘otoplasty’. A cut is made in the crease behind the ear where it joins the head. The resulting scar is therefore hidden from view.
Immediately underneath the skin is the folded cartilage of the ear and this is reshaped by scratching or scoring its surface and by placing internal sutures. Occasionally a portion of cartilage is removed. Once the skin is stitched, dressings are applied. A bandage or a headband is then worn for 1-2 weeks.