Ear surgery, also known as otoplasty, aims to improve upon the shape of the ear. It can address the appearance of protruding ears as well as repair damaged earlobes. 

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Ear surgery may be appropriate in order to achieve overall harmony among facial features, and to improve self-confidence for children or adults with projecting, overly large or deformed ears.

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Techniques that utilize incisions inconspicuously placed inside or behind the ear create a natural appearance.

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Ear surgery is most commonly performed under local anesthesia alone or with sedation depending on the extent of the procedure and age of the patient.

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Recovery depends on the extent of your ear surgery, and any accompanying procedures. You may engage in light activity the day after your surgery; a return to more normal activity may take 1-2 weeks. Your appearance will gradually refine over the following 4-6 weeks.

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Earlobe repairs require no down time and patients are in and out of the office in as little as 45 minutes.

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Proper skincare and sun protection are essential during healing.

 

Results from ear surgery are generally permanent.