Ear Surgery in Scottsdale, AZ
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Contact UsWhat is Ear Surgery?
Patients who seek ear reshaping or reconstruction with our team at Scottsdale Plastic Surgeons in Central Arizona are often young, school-age children with noticeably protruding or misshapen ears, adults who wish to improve protruding ears for cosmetic reasons, or older adults with skin cancer on the ear that requires reconstruction after removal of the cancer. Our board-certified surgeon, Dr. Holden, performs ear surgery by contouring, repositioning, and reshaping the ear cartilage giving individuals the confidence and freedom to show their entire face from every angle without anxiety about their ears.
What Are the Benefits of Ear Surgery?
Ear surgery is a transformative procedure that offers a range of benefits beyond aesthetic enhancement. It can be particularly impactful for individuals, including children and adolescents, seeking to correct ear irregularities or deformities. Here are some key advantages of undergoing otoplasty:
- Enhanced Appearance: Reshapes ears for a more balanced facial profile.
- Improved Confidence: Boosts self-esteem, especially in children and adolescents.
- Corrects Deformities: Addresses congenital or acquired ear irregularities.
- Customized Results: Tailored to individual aesthetic preferences and anatomical needs.
Who Is A Candidate For Ear Surgery?
You might be a candidate for ear surgery if you have protruding or misshapen ears that affect your confidence or appearance. This procedure is suitable for young children, adults seeking cosmetic improvements, and older adults needing reconstruction after skin cancer removal. Ideal candidates include individuals in good health who want to enhance their facial profile through ear reshaping or repositioning. A consultation with Dr. Holden at Scottsdale Plastic Surgeons can help determine if ear surgery is the right option for you.
How Is Ear Surgery Performed?
The technique used during ear surgery will depend on the abnormality. First, there may be an insufficient amount of ear cartilage to support the fold of the ear, or too much cartilage where the ear canal starts. Both issues will cause the ear to protrude outward. In some cases, the ears may appear too large. Regardless of the condition, the cartilage will usually be addressed and either removed or reshaped. Then, the cartilage will be secured with sutures into a new position closer to the head. The incision is generally placed within the natural folds of the ear so scarring is not an issue.
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Ears Pinned, Even and Natural - Confident and Exceptional Surgeon - Scottsdale, AZ - I was treated with respect and care and given excellent surgery for an embarrassing problem I'd had for my life. Dr. H showed significant insight on my otoplasty surgery and gave me a lot of his time. I had high expectations and now can confidently say he has exceeded them all. Not only was the procedure performed in-office but it was relatively pain -free. This is based on years of asking others, "how'd it go?" I am impressed that my ears look so natural, not pinched at the top or one ear flipped out more than the other. He was even able to do some tricks to make the ear smaller. Now I have ears that are unremarkable to others but I can't stop admiring them! As I tell all my friends, why risk something like fixing something you hate about your ears (or face). Dr. H is the best!
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What to Expect Following Ear Surgery
All otoplasties are performed under monitored anesthesia care (MAC) sedation as an outpatient procedure in our surgical facility. The entire surgery typically takes about 2 hours to complete. After surgery, patients will be sent home with their heads wrapped in a compression bandage, which will later be replaced with lighter bandaging. Initially, patients will feel discomfort if they attempt to move their ears. This will subside in a few days. Younger patients will need to be monitored so they do not touch or play with their ears during the healing process.
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Permanent Results?
The results following an otoplasty procedure are long lasting. However, just like any other cosmetic procedure, aging and gravity may cause increased laxity. This could eventually affect the position of the ears. For the most part, the improvements made with this surgery are still significant.
Ideal Age?
Children between the ages of 4-6 are considered within the ideal range for this surgery. From an anatomical standpoint, the cartilage is still soft and will be easier to remold and manipulate. From a psychological standpoint, having this surgery before starting elementary school can help avoid teasing and ridicule from classmates.
Both Ear or Just One?
In the majority of cases, both ears are affected. Therefore, surgery is performed on both ears. However, there may sometimes be an abnormality in just one ear. If this is the case, surgery will be performed on the affected ear, which will be made to match the opposing ear.