I’m 25 and I’ve had ears that stick out my whole life. Am I too old to get my ears pinned back?
Answer:
You are never too old to have otoplasty surgery as long as you are in good health and have realistic expectations. Otoplasty is a safe procedure where we can “pin back” and reconstruct or reshape your ears, as needed, to obtain the look you desire.
Most patents experience little to no pain after otoplasty surgery. Pain medication will be administered before surgery so you have it to use post-op to ease any discomfort.
How long will I have to keep my son out of school after he undergoes otoplasty surgery?
Answer:
It is usually a good idea to keep kids out of school for about four days. It is important that they refrain form contact sports and physical education for at lease three weeks after their otoplasty surgery. Most times scheduling their surgery during a long school break works out well so that they do not miss a lot of class.
How long will it take for my ears to heal after otoplasty surgery?
Answer:
You will not be able to put pressure on your ears for a couple weeks as you recover from surgery. After about ten days post-op the swelling should have gone down enough so you can see what your final results will be. It takes about a year to fully heal from otoplasty surgery.
One of my ears is shaped differently from the other. Can otoplasty surgery help to reshape my ears?
Answer:
Yes, with otoplasty surgery cartilage and skin can be reshaped to achieve facial symmetry. This can give you more proportionate ears that are alike in size and shape.
What post-op symptoms of otoplasty surgery should I be aware of?
Answer:
Most patients will experience bruising and swelling that can last up to three weeks. However, the swelling and bruising should start to subside after the first week of surgery.
My left ear sits higher on the side of my head than my right. Can otoplasty surgery help me?
Answer:
Yes, otoplasty surgery can reshape your ears to create a more symmetrical appearance. The surgery is very low risk and can remove and reshape cartilage and skin to create the ideal look.
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