Achieve Symmetrical Ears
Prominent ears are a common source of bullying during childhood and can impact a young child’s self-esteem and body image. Confidence and self-esteem are important, though, and ears can be also shaped and reduced to improve their appearance or provide balance to other facial features.
Otoplasty, or ear pinning, can bring balance to the face and create a pleasing look for misshaped or disproportionate ears.
Our internationally renowned, double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Andrew Campbell, performs otoplasty on hundreds of patients in Southeastern Wisconsin.
This procedure is relatively common and the Quintessa team can create a look that will fit with the rest of the face and help improve your confidence.
Unlike the majority of facial plastic surgery, which is performed on adults, otoplasty is also commonly performed on children. The cartilage is most easily sculpted between the ages of four, when the ears are almost fully grown, and 14. Our surgeons frequently perform otoplasty surgery on both children and adults in the office using local anesthetic.
Ideal ear pinning candidates are healthy children or adults who desire improvements in the following:
Quintessa’s team of licensed expert medical providers give you the attention you need and the confidence you deserve through customized state-of-the-art surgical and non-surgical specialty treatments. At Quintessa, we believe that beauty begins with strong relationships; that’s why our team of caring, licensed medical specialists will get to know you first, then gently guide you toward the treatments that will achieve your ideal beauty. To learn more about why you should choose Quintessa, begin your story with a consultation!
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Type of Procedure | Surgical |
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Recover Time |
7-10 days |
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Procedure Time |
1-2 hours |
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Recovery Information |
Out-patient, 2 weeks |
During your consultation, Dr. Campbell will examine the external and internal ear structures to create a plan exclusively to you. Your doctor will then determine if otoplasty can be performed in the office under local anesthesia, or if it will need to be performed in the Surgical Center.
During the procedure, our doctors will make small incisions that are hidden on the backside of the ear in the natural crease. Cartilage is exposed, then cut and molded to create a more pleasing appearance. The skin and cartilage is then held in place with sutures.
SURGICAL SOLUTIONS
Our doctors will place a large, soft dressing around the ears following surgery. This dressing can then be removed the next day and the patient can resume normal activities. However, patients are asked to wear a protective headband over the ears while sleeping for the first few nights. A small amount of bruising and swelling is common but usually subsides within seven to ten days. There may be some numbness of the ear but this will return with time. Head elevation and icing can help minimize bruising and swelling. Most people have minimal pain. You should avoid rigorous exercise for at least 2 weeks but we encourage you to be up and walking several times throughout the day.
Patients emerge from otoplasty surgery with ears that are more proportionate to their facial features, creating an overall more pleasing appearance. Otoplasty results last a lifetime.
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Wonderful Experience
Ideal candidates for otoplasty include individuals who:
Otoplasty typically involves:
Post-operative recovery includes:
Most individuals can return to work or school within a week, with full recovery in about 4 to 6 weeks.
Otoplasty can be performed on individuals of almost any age once the ears have fully developed. This typically occurs by the age of 5 or 6, making childhood an ideal time for the procedure. Early intervention can prevent potential self-esteem issues and teasing during formative years.
For adults and teenagers, otoplasty remains highly effective, as the procedure is not limited by age. The cartilage in adults may be less pliable than in children, but skilled surgeons can still achieve excellent results. Whether for a child or an adult, a consultation with a qualified surgeon at Quintessa can determine the best timing based on individual needs and goals.
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