Otoplasty

What Is Otoplasty Surgery?

 

Otoplasty actually means ear aesthetics, as in the word meaning. It is the process of reshaping the auricle, that is, the auricle, making it more natural and aesthetic. There are many surgical techniques and methods available. It can be performed successfully by few surgeons.

For Whom Is Scoop Ear Surgery (Otoplasty) Performed? 

Otoplasty can be done to anyone who is not satisfied with the shape of the ear. Pathologies such as ear size (absence or weakness of the antihelix and hypertrophy of the cavum turbinate) that bother the patients can be achieved with various otoplasty techniques, resulting in natural and patient-satisfying results. Especially in preschool children, 5 years of age is the ideal time. The fact that the prominent ear is a joke at school affects the child psychology quite negatively.

 What is Prominent Ear Surgery (Otoplasty) Technique? How to Follow up Complications?

Otoplasty surgery is performed under general anesthesia. The average operation time varies between 1-2 hours. With an incision made behind the ear, the shape desired to be given to the ear is made with some suture techniques. According to the patient’s condition, cartilage excision is performed if necessary and a natural aesthetic ear is tried to be obtained.After the surgery, the incision behind the ear is closed. Since it is behind the ear, there may be an inconspicuous scar that does not disturb. If a sterile care is provided during and after the surgery, there is no risk of infection. When the sutures used for the patient are suitable and of high quality, no ear opening, scooping and deformity are seen. When bleeding control and dressing are done well, hematoma (blood accumulation) is not observed.Controls from surgery take a total of 6-10 days. After removing the stitches, the patient can return to his daily social life.