What is Otoplasty (Ear Surgery) and What Are the Types of It?

   Otoplasty, often referred as ear pinning surgery, is a procedure to correct the shape and angle of the outer part of the ear; as opposed to the common belief, it can be performed not only for ear pinning but also for changing the size of the ear or reduce any disproportions of outer ears.

   The outer ear, auricle in medical terms, starts developing before birth and keeps developing until around age 5. The uncomfortable appearance of the ears can occur during this development period or can be caused by a physical trauma.

What are the types of Otoplasty?

   Otoplasty operation requires a unique treatment planning for each patient; it is essential to have a detailed consultation with the surgeon before deciding on the surgery in which you express all your expectations and concerns. In this consultation, an individualized treatment plan should be created in accordance to the medical state and desires of the patient. With a good planning process and professional hands, otoplasty offers over %90 satisfaction rate.

   The details of the operation vary depending on the patient; however, there are three common types of the procedure; ear reduction, ear pinning and ear augmentation.

   Although not as commonly performed as ear reduction or ear pinning, ear augmentation has been beneficial for many patients who suffer from unwanted appearance of overly small ears. In ear augmentation, usually the cartilage is taken from another part of the body and placed in the ears in a way to achieve a better size and better proportion. This type of otoplasty can also be performed for ears which got disfigured as a result of an injury.

   Ear reduction is for those who suffer from the abnormally big size of their ears. This type is often mistaken with ear pinning; however, it focuses on the big size instead of the prominent position of the ears. In the surgery, the excess tissues and cartilage are removed from the outer ears- sometimes with the removal of those tissues, certain amount of skin removal on the area may become necessary too. A more balanced and proportioned look of ears with the face is aimed with ear reduction.

   Ear pinning is the most demanded one among all types of otoplasty; the aim of the procedure is to pin back the ears which are too protrude from the head. It can sometimes be combined with ear reduction if it is necessary. During the operation the cartilage is reshaped and positioned back. The operation provides more aesthetic and symmetrical results for the patients.

Who can have a otoplasty?

   Otoplasty is a suitable operation for those whose ears have reached their full size and do not have any serious medical condition which may interfere with the operation. The operation is very commonly performed for children with adequately developed and protruding ears to prevent them against the psychological problems they may suffer due to the teasing in their social life. High percentage of children between the age 5-16 had increased their confidence and social experience thanks to this operation.

   Talented and experienced Clinic Mono surgeons provides patients with the life-changing otoplasty results; to get more information on otoplasty cost and other details of the operation please go https://clinicmono.com/otoplasty/; fill out the consultation form and dedicated medical consultants will reach you immediately for your online consultation.