Otoplasty is the medical term used to describe ear correction surgery. This type of cosmetic surgery is aimed at reshaping very prominent ears to have a closer profile to the side of the head. This procedure is also feasible for reducing the size of large ears. Although this procedure is an option for adults, it is usually done on children between the ages of 4 and 14. By the young age of 4, ears are almost completely developed in shape. Therefore, the procedure can deal with heavily prominent ears from an early age already.
Ear surgery consists of making an incision in the back of the ear to sculpt or fold the ear cartilage accordingly. Once the procedure is done, the incision is stitched up to help maintain the new shape. When making a fold in the cartilage, the ear appears to have a closer profile to the side of the head for a more desirable appearance. Large and prominent ears can have a negative effect on both adults and children. Therefore, we offer a solution to ensure that prominent ears can be dealt with accordingly and result in a more normal look for the patient.
As with any other form of medical surgery, ear surgery would always involve some risks. Luckily, the risks involved in this type of surgery are incomparable to some of the larger medical surgeries. Dependent on the ability and experience of the surgeon, the possible complications are minor and very infrequent. There is a small chance that a patient can develop a blood clot on the ear, which will either dissolve naturally over time or can be drained. Should an infection develop in the cartilage, it can be treated with antibiotics to clear it up.
Ear correction surgery is done under general anaesthesia, which involves the expected physical preparations before-hand. To ensure that the patient stays perfectly still while the incisions are made to the ears, general anaesthesia is the best solution. It also avoids the need for the patient to be conscious during this procedure, which makes it even more friendly towards young children. We advise that you consult a medical professional when considering this type of cosmetic surgery for either you or your child. The more you know about the procedure, the better you can prepare for it.
Centurion Cosmetic Clinic is your solution to a selection of elective cosmetic surgeries. For more info on ear surgery, please peruse our website for details on the various aspects and what to expect from the results. Choose us today and let us bring out the very best in your body.
