Knowledge

Otoplasty, also called ear surgery is a cosmetic procedure altering the shape, size, angle, and other parts of the ears.

One of the most common problems that customers are concerned about is protruding or prominent ears.

To be more precise, it is when ears stick out from one’s head. Otoplasty can also be performed to improve any type of ear injury or defect.

One should remember that this surgery does not change the position of ears completely and a person’s ability to hear.

How do you prepare for otoplasty? The first step is, of course, a consultation with a doctor.

He or she will ask you questions regarding your medical history, medical conditions such as ear diseases or infection if you have ever had one.

Next, he can ask what kinds of medications you are taking right now or have taken previously. Before the surgery, you should stop taking aspirin and caffeine-containing drinks.

During the operation, the doctor can administer local anesthesia, which can help numb the operation site or IV sedation.

Then the doctor makes an incision on the backs of one’s ears. Then, he or she can remove excess cartilage and skin. The cartilage is then folded into the right position, and incisions are sutured.

The operation site will be covered with tape to protect it from injuries and infection.

The next day after the surgery, you must visit the clinic so that the doctor can check the result and provide further explanation on how to care at home and some other important guidelines about the recovery process.

It is necessary to sleep on your back to prevent the pressure onto the ears. It is not allowed to pull, touch, and scratch the ears.

You can do physical exercises or any sports activities 2~3 weeks after the stitch removal.