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COMBINATION WITH OTHER PROCEDURES

FACIAL SURGERY

Otoplasty

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DESCRIPTION

The most common reason for the performance of otoplasty is the problem of “protruding ears”. The cause of this problem is the inappropriate growth of cartilage of the ear leading to ear flaps projecting from the head more than desired. Precisely for this reason the occurrence of the problem is in a very early age.

The operation

The aim is to position the ear close to rest of the skull so that they don’t project too much.

The age of the patient during surgery is usually between 4 and 14 years, while the operation can be done on adults of any age.

If the child is small, then we usually recommend general anesthesia.To older children and adults we prefer local anesthesia combined with sedation.

The surgery with local anesthesia is done in clinics on external base, that means that’ someone doesn’t need to stay in the clinic. In the case of general anesthesia exit from the clinic is late evening of the same day or the following morning.

The surgery lasts about one hour and is performed with a small incision in the back of the ear. From this point we can shape the cartilage and turn it back. Special sutures are used to maintain the new shape of the ear. The incision in the back of the ear disappears over the time.

Stages

  1. Small incision in the back of the ear and extraction of a thin lane of skin
  2. From this point we introduce a special rasp with which we can shape the cartilage of the ear and turned him back towards the desired position
  3. We place special stitches non absorbant to maintain permanently the new shape of the ear.
  4. Suturing the incision behind the ear)
  5. Position dressings which remain in place for 2-3 days

Anesthesia

General or local combined with sedation

Duration of surgery

Usually 1 hour

Stay in the clinic

Discharge 3-6 hours after the operation

Result

Permanent

Combination with other operations

Although it is not usual to combine this with other surgeries, in case that is given general anesthesia and are difficulties in nasal breathing we can perform at the same time straightening of septum and cauterization of nasal concha

Instructions after surgery

  • Immediate mobilization of the patient after surgery
  • A mild dressing is placed after surgery and removed after 2-3 days.
  • Mild pain can occur for a few days usually treated with mild analgesic.
  • Return to daily activities within 1-2 days. Restart of work is recommended for adults in five days while the kids go back to school in a week.
  • We recommend to be careful and avoid any direct injury of the ears for 1 month.
  • Removal 1-5 ultrafine sutures behind the ear a week after surgery

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FAQ

What is the reason for such a surgery?

The most common reason for such an operation is when the ears appear to stick out. The cause of this problem is the wrong development of ear cartilage so the ear sticks out of the head more than we wish. That’s why we should confront with this problem at a very early age.

How is the surgery being performed and how much time does it take?

The surgery lasts for about an hour and is being performed by making a little incision postauricular (in the back of the ear). From this point we can form the ear cartilage and turn it backwards. Special stitches are being used to maintain the new shape of the ear. The scar of the section in the back of the ear vanishes as time goes by.

Which patient is suitable for an otoplasty?

During the first visit, your surgeon will discuss with you the problem and will explain exactly what shape he will give your ears but also all throughout the process. It will explain to you which method is most appropriate for you depending on your situation.

Which is the proper age for the problem of protruding ears to be treated?

From the age of 4 years this anatomical problem can be treated safely, as the external part of the ear has gained largely expanding. When the operation is done in childhood, the psychological benefits are numerous for the confidence of the young patient.

How quickly can I return to my daily activities?

Patient can return to daily activities in 1-2 days. Adults are advised to restart work in five days, while the kids go back to school in a week, with some attention from their teachers.

Is the result of the operation permanent?

Yes, from the moment that the stitches used for forming the ear cartilage is nonabsorbable, the result of the surgery is permanent. .

When the aesthetic outcome of surgery is visible?

Immediately upon removal of the surgical dressing,that means in 2-3 days after surgery, aesthetic correction is directly visible. The final result is fully apparent when the swelling is subsided, about one month after surgery.

Are there any complications?

When otoplasty is done by a qualified aesthetic surgeon, then complications are rare and differ depending on the person and of the reactions of each organization.

When the outcome this specific surgery is considered satisfactory?

The aesthetic result of this surgery is satisfactory when it is natural, when the interference of the surgeon can not be perceived, while the ears are no longer protruding, nor show “glued to” to the head.