Ear Reshaping in Miami, FL
What is Otoplasty?
Otoplasty, also known as ear surgery, is a facial plastic surgery procedure designed to reshape large or prominent ears. Candidates include healthy individuals who are looking to improve an ear shape abnormality. The surgery is often performed on children as young as four years of age in order to spare future teasing which may occur due to large or misshaped ears. While this is an excellent procedure, it does take an experienced and skilled surgeon to achieve the best possible results.
Otoplasty Procedure
Miami plastic surgeon Dr. Galitz performs ear surgery in his office-based surgical suite at Aventura Plastic Surgery in Aventura, Florida, or in a nearby outpatient facility. Surgical times average one hour and either local anesthesia or IV sedation may be used. The incision is located on the back of the ear. There are many different techniques that may be used depending on the patient’s particular problems. The cartilage of the ear may be sculpted, often with the use of sutures, to achieve a more desirable shape, or a piece of cartilage may be removed to improve the ear fold. In most cases, both ears are treated to achieve the best balance.
Ear Reshaping/Otoplasty Before & After Photos
Otoplasty Recovery
The recovery after otoplasty takes approximately seven to ten days. During this time some throbbing, aching or other discomfort may result and this can be treated with medication. Swelling, redness and bruising may also occur. A bandage is typically applied after surgery and then replaced within a few days by a lighter dressing similar to a headband. The stitches are removed after one week, at which time most patients are able to return to work or school. Exercise and more strenuous activities are often able to be resumed after two weeks. Like all surgery, there are potential complications and for otoplasty this includes the minor risk of infection. Choosing a qualified, experienced plastic surgeon who is board certified can help to minimize your risks and maximize the results of your otoplasty surgery.
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Who Is A Good Candidate for Otoplasty Surgery?
The otoplasty procedure is designed for anyone who feels their ears do not fit the symmetry of their face correctly. The ears could be oversized, could be pointed (elf ears), or they could stick out too far from the head. Typically this surgery can be performed on any healthy individual above the age of five years old, as that is when the ear’s cartilage becomes strong enough to undergo surgery. If you feel that you have protruding ears or overly prominent ears an experienced plastic surgeon in your area, like Dr. Galitz can help. They will have a consultation with you to determine the best way to reshape the ears so that they do not protrude from the head as much.
Contact an Experienced Protruding Ears Surgeon Near You
When you are looking for a plastic surgeon near you to handle your otoplasty surgery you want one that you can trust. Dr. Galitz has been performing plastic surgeries for over 30 years at the same Aventura Florida location just north of Miami. He is double board-certified, a Fellow of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and the prestigious American College of Surgeons. As well as an assistant professor at the University of Miami School of Medicine. And if you are looking to improve your lips, eyes, skin resurfacing, or chin we can help with that too.
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