Indications:

• prominent ears
• poorly formed ear curves
• asymmetric ears

 Duration of the procedure: about 2 hours, depending on the preoperative findings

Type of anaesthesia: general anaesthetic for small children, otherwise local anaesthetic

Outpatient treatment. Presentable after about 2 weeks.

Operation

In order to achieve symmetry, it is usually wise to operate on both ears. The incisions are made at the back of the ears so that there will be no visible scar.

The cartilage at the back of the ears is partially thinned, sculptured and held in the desired shape using absorbable sutures. An additional suture can correct the rotation of the ear if necessary. The position, shape and size of the outer ears are permanently changed by otoplasty.

After the operation:

A bandage is wrapped around the head for 4 days

The bandage is replaced by an elastic headband to be worn day and night for 2 weeks

A headband is to be worn at night only for 2 more weeks

The non-permanent sutures are removed after 8 – 10 days

Avoid strenuous activities and sports for 6 weeks