Protruding ears are rarely too big.
The problem is that the cartilage of the ear has not developed properly which means that the natural puckering of the cartilage which draws the ears in is missing.
During otoplasty surgery the form of the ear is corrected and the ear is “pinned back”.
Cartilage is weakened and removed from behind the ear in order to correct the shape of the ear.
In extreme cases it may be necessary to remove excessive muscle tissue from behind the ear.
A successful ear reshaping operation results in a natural looking outer ear.
The ear must not look too flat or have abrupt corners and edges.
Most otoplasty surgeries are performed on children before entering school or shortly after, to spare them the psychologic teasing of their schoolmates.
In adults the operation is always performed under local anesthetic on an outpatient basis.
In severe cases, your health insurance provider may contribute to the costs of otoplasty surgery.
Otoplasty (ear reshaping) is an ambulatory procedure where patients go home the same day.
Cirumed Clinic Marbella uses the third generation 3D Photo mirror programme for a realistic result of any cosmetic surgery.
Should you require some more extensive information on this procedure, either in the Department of Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery at Hospital Quiron Malaga or in Cirumed Clinic Marbella please contact us.
