{"id":2879,"date":"2024-04-01T13:08:45","date_gmt":"2024-04-01T13:08:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/takeshape.info\/?page_id=2879"},"modified":"2024-04-10T13:21:05","modified_gmt":"2024-04-10T13:21:05","slug":"ear-surgery","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/takeshape.info\/ear-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Ear Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"

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If you’re considering ear surgery<\/h4>\n

Ear surgery, or otoplasty, is usually done to set prominent ears back closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears. This operation is typically done on children between the ages of four and 14. Ears are almost fully grown by age four, and the earlier the surgery is completed, the less teasing and ridicule the child will have to endure. Ear surgery on adults is also possible, and there are generally no additional risks associated with ear surgery on an older patient.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]\"Ear[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”bottom”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

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\nEars that appear to stick out or are overly large can be helped by ear surgery.<\/p>\n

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\nAn incision is made in the back of the ear so cartilage can be sculpted or folded. Stitches are used to close the incision and help maintain the new shape.<\/p>\n

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\nCreating a fold in the cartilage makes the ear lie flatter against the head and appear more normal.<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]By inserting an implant behind each breast, surgeons are able to increase a woman’s bust line by one or more bra cup sizes. If you’re considering breast augmentation, this will give you a basic understanding of the procedure–when it can help, how it’s performed, and what results you can expect. It can’t answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Please ask your surgeon if there is anything you don’t understand about the procedure.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1705680663350{padding-top: 45px !important;padding-bottom: 45px !important;background-color: #796e87 !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

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Can’t make it to our office? Experience the convenience of virtual consultations. Schedule a virtual appointment to discuss your goals from the comfort of your home.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_btn title=”BOOK A CONSULTATION” style=”classic” shape=”square” color=”default” align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1706287501703{padding-top: 20px !important;}” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ftakeshape.info%2Fvirtual-consultation-request%2F|title:Virtual%20Consultation%20Request”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section tab_id=”1705594270107-ca26b7e9-20cd6fca-ae35″ title=”All Surgery Carries Some Uncertainty and Risk”][vc_column_text]When ear surgery is performed by a qualified, experienced surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor. Nevertheless, as with any operation, there are risks associated with surgery and specific complications associated with this procedure. A small percentage of patients may develop a blood clot on the ear. It may dissolve naturally or can be drawn out with a needle. Occasionally, patients develop an infection in the cartilage, which can cause scar tissue to form. Such infections are usually treated with antibiotics; rarely, surgery may be required to drain the infected area.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Planning Your Surgery” tab_id=”1705594412015-b62a962f-3a266fca-ae35″][vc_column_text]Most surgeons recommend that parents stay alert to their child’s feelings about protruding ears; don’t insist on the surgery until your child wants the change. Children who feel uncomfortable about their ears and want the surgery are generally more cooperative during the process and happier with the outcome. In the initial meeting, your surgeon will evaluate your child’s condition, or yours if you are considering surgery for yourself, and recommend the most effective technique. He or she will also give you specific instructions on how to prepare for surgery.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Preparing for Your Surgery” tab_id=”1705594626516-a4864c98-3a9d6fca-ae35″][vc_column_text]Your surgeon may require you to have a mammogram (breast x-ray) before surgery. You’ll also get specific instructions on how to prepare for surgery, including guidelines on eating and drinking, smoking, and taking or avoiding certain vitamins and medications. Some surgeons suggest that their patients diet before the operation. Breast reduction doesn’t usually require a blood transfusion. However, if a large amount of breast tissue will be removed, your physician may advise you to have a unit of blood drawn ahead of time. That way, if a transfusion should be needed, your own blood can be used. While you’re making preparations, be sure to arrange for someone to drive you home after your surgery and to help you out for a few days if needed.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Where Your Surgery will be Performed” tab_id=”1705594625003-b9687585-32b56fca-ae35″][vc_column_text]Ear surgery is usually performed as an outpatient procedure in a hospital, a doctor’s office-based surgical facility, or a freestanding surgery center. Occasionally, your doctor may recommend that the procedure be done as an inpatient procedure, in which case you can plan on staying overnight in the hospital.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Types of Anesthesia” tab_id=”1705594623109-912400b1-74eb6fca-ae35″][vc_column_text]If your child is young, your surgeon may recommend general anesthesia, so the child will sleep through the operation. For older children or adults, the surgeon may prefer to use local anesthesia, combined with a sedative, so you or your child will be awake but relaxed[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”The Surgery” tab_id=”1705594618954-7f74cd2e-9c0c6fca-ae35″][vc_column_text]Ear surgery usually takes about two to three hours, although complicated procedures may take longer. The technique will depend on the problem. With one of the more common techniques, the surgeon makes a small incision in the back of the ear to expose the ear cartilage. He or she will then sculpt the cartilage and bend it back toward the head. Non-removable stitches may be used to help maintain the new shape. Occasionally, the surgeon will remove a larger piece of cartilage to provide a more natural-looking fold when the surgery is complete. Another technique involves a similar incision in the back of the ear. Skin is removed and stitches are used to fold the cartilage back on itself to reshape the ear without removing cartilage. In most cases, ear surgery will leave a faint scar in the back of the ear that will fade with time. Even when only one ear appears to protrude, surgery is usually performed on both ears for a better balance.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Getting Back to Normal” tab_id=”1705594996726-f2a295f3-a7556fca-ae35″][vc_column_text]Adults and children are usually up and around within a few hours of surgery, although you may prefer to stay overnight in the hospital with a child until all the effects of general anesthesia wear off. The patient’s head will be wrapped in a bulky bandage immediately following surgery to promote the best molding and healing. The ears may throb or ache a little for a few days, but this can be relieved by medication. Within a few days, the bulky bandages will be replaced by a lighter head dressing similar to a headband. Be sure to follow your surgeon’s directions for wearing this dressing, especially at night. Stitches are usually removed, or will dissolve, in about a week. Any activity in which the ear might be bent should be avoided for a month or so. Most adults can go back to work about five days after surgery. Children can go back to school after seven days or so, if they’re careful about playground activity. You may want to ask your child’s teacher to keep an eye on the child for a few weeks.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Other Ear Problems” tab_id=”1705594995468-b80e20bd-6f976fca-ae35″][vc_column_text]Besides protruding ears, there are a variety of other ear problems that can be helped with surgery. These include: lop ear, when the tip seems to fold down and forward; cupped ear, which is usually a very small ear; and shell ear, when the curve in the outer rim, as well as the natural folds and creases, are missing. Surgery can also improve large or stretched earlobes, or lobes with large creases and wrinkles. Surgeons can even build new ears for those who were born without them or who lost them through injury. Sometimes, however, the correction can leave a scar that’s worse than the original problem. Ask your surgeon about the effectiveness of surgery for your specific case.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”More Natural Looking Ears” tab_id=”1712751340353-48ed61a5-d4716fca-ae35″][vc_column_text]Most patients, young and old alike, are thrilled with the results of ear surgery. But keep in mind, the goal is improvement, not perfection. Don’t expect both ears to match perfectly-perfect symmetry is both unlikely and unnatural in ears. If you’ve discussed the procedure and your expectations with the surgeon before the operation, chances are, you’ll be quite pleased with the result.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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