Earlobe Repair (Otoplasty)

Transform your appearance with Drypskin's expert otoplasty services. Our clinic offers personalized care and advanced techniques to enhance ear shape and boost your confidence.

Why Drypskin for Otoplasty

Choose Drypskin for otoplasty and benefit from our skilled surgeons, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to delivering natural-looking results. Our patient-centered approach ensures a comfortable and effective experience.

What is Otoplasty?

Otoplasty is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to reshape and reposition the ears. It can correct protruding ears, asymmetry, and other aesthetic concerns, offering a more balanced and harmonious facial profile.

Otoplasty is Performed To

Pin Back Protruding Ears: Ideal for individuals looking to reposition ears that stick out more than desired, achieving a more natural and balanced appearance.
Reduce Overly Large Ears: Suitable for those who feel their ears are disproportionately large, providing a more proportionate ear size in relation to the head.
Correct Misshapen Ears: Effective for reshaping ears that are irregular in shape due to genetic factors or deformities.

Reshape Ears After Injury: A viable option for those needing to restore ear shape and function following trauma or injury.
Address Congenital Ear Defects: Perfect for correcting ear abnormalities present from birth, such as small ears or the absence of the external ear.
Fix Inherited Ear Abnormalities: Helps those with genetic ear irregularities achieve a more aesthetically pleasing and symmetric ear appearance.

How Does Otoplasty Work?

Otoplasty involves making incisions behind the ears to access the cartilage. The surgeon then reshapes the cartilage, pinning it closer to the head or adjusting its contours for a more natural look. Sutures secure the cartilage in its new position. The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation, and it may involve creating new folds or reinforcing existing ones. Recovery is relatively quick, with most patients resuming normal activities within a few weeks.

Faq

What is the ideal age for otoplasty?

Otoplasty can be performed on children as young as five or six years old, once their ear cartilage is fully developed. Adults of any age can also benefit from the procedure.

Is the otoplasty procedure painful?

Most patients experience minimal discomfort during otoplasty, as the procedure is performed under local anesthesia with sedation. Post-surgical pain is usually manageable with prescribed medications.

How long is the recovery period after otoplasty?

Recovery time varies, but most patients resume normal activities within 1-2 weeks. Full recovery, including the settling of swelling, can take several months.

Will there be visible scars after otoplasty?

Incisions are made behind the ears, so scars are discreet and typically not visible. The skilled techniques used aim to minimize scarring.

Are there any risks associated with otoplasty?

As with any surgical procedure, there are potential risks such as infection, bleeding, and anesthesia complications. However, these are rare and can be minimized with proper care and the expertise of our surgeons.