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Cosmetic Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)Otoplasty is the surgery to “pin-back” the ears. The condition of protruding ears has been given many different terms (“bat ears”, “lop ears”, “cup ears” etc.) in order to differentiate between different anatomic situations. For the otoplasty surgeon, this has only limited usefulness because the goal of the surgery is to reshape the cartilage skeleton of the particular patient to achieve in a normal looking ear. When a child is between four and six years of age, his or her ears have grown sufficiently and otoplasty surgery is safe and predictable. Furthermore, the cartilage, which determines the ear's shape is still pliable enough to undergo corrective surgery. Conservative preservation of the ear cartilages characterizes the modern technique of otoplasty favored by Dr. Fechner. Rather than removing the cartilage during otoplasty, Dr. Fechner reshapes it with the help of internal sutures in order to achieve the desired normal anatomy. We often do advise having this procedure done prior to the beginning of school, so psychological trauma con be averted. This procedure can, of course also be performed on adults. The incisions are concealed in the natural fold behind the ear so that no visible scars are left behind. During the consultation, Dr. Fechner will examine the ears thoroughly and he will take important measurements in the office. Following the examination, Dr. Fechner discusses the exact plan for the ear operation with the patient and the family. Otoplasty can be safely performed in an outpatient setting and recovery time can range from 7 to 10 days. For more information about some of the most common facial cosmetic procedures please follow the links below:
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