Dr. Boll offers cosmetic ear surgery, also known as otoplasty, to restore a natural-looking ear size, shape, and projection. This procedure can correct ear deformities or defects due to genetic conditions and injuries.
Patients will need to avoid placing pressure on the ears for at least two weeks after surgery. This will help them heal correctly. You will need to wear a compression headband for six weeks after surgery. The cartilage has memory and will try to revert back, so this helps prevent that. Tenderness in the ears may last for six weeks.
You will need to take measures to avoid sleeping on your ears for up to four weeks. To protect your ears, tie a scarf or wear a supportive headband around your head. You can sleep on your back if you won't move to your side in your sleep. Many patients use pillows to support the head and keep it propped up throughout the night.
Otoplasty will leave small scars in or behind the ears. However, these scars are extremely difficult to detect and will fade over time.
While the size, shape, and projection of the ears may change slightly over time following the surgery, the results of otoplasty are generally permanent. Your protruding ears should remain closer to your head, and your new ear contours will remain stable barring injury.
The otoplasty surgery cost will vary depending on the size and complexity of the treatment and the technique used. Fees charged by the surgeon and anesthesiologist can also vary.
Dr. Boll will provide you with a personalized otoplasty cost following your consultation. She also offers cosmetic procedure financing plans to help patients afford the cosmetic surgery they desire.
Anyone unhappy with the size, shape, or projection of their ears is a potential candidate for ear surgery. Ideal candidates will have a clear understanding of their cosmetic concerns and ideal results. Dr. Boll can confirm if ear pinning surgery can provide those results during the consultation.
There are no age restrictions on otoplasty for adults. Children should not undergo cosmetic ear surgery until they are at least five or six years old, but otoplasty is often performed on children. All healthy adults are eligible for ear surgery.
For more information, read our blog on the best age for otoplasty.
Before your surgery, you should refrain from taking blood-thinning medications, drinking alcohol, and smoking for two weeks. These steps will make your procedure safer, reduce the risk of complications, and speed up your recovery.
Patients will experience itching, minor pain, and swelling around the ears for a few days after the operation. Patients can usually manage these symptoms with over-the-counter medications.
Cosmetic ear surgery comes with risks like all surgical procedures. These are usually minor but cannot be entirely eliminated. Risks may include:
