Otoplasty, commonly known as ear pinning surgery, is a cosmetic procedure that reshapes, reduces, or repositions the ears to improve facial harmony. Protruding, overly large, or misshaped ears can affect self-esteem and facial balance. Otoplasty addresses these concerns by adjusting the cartilage and skin, creating ears that look natural, symmetrical, and proportionate to the face.
This procedure can be performed on adults and children alike, and is often chosen for both aesthetic and functional reasons. Beyond improving appearance, otoplasty can correct congenital deformities or asymmetry caused by injury. Each surgery is personalized, ensuring the results match the patient’s facial features and desired outcome.
By restoring the natural shape and position of the ears, otoplasty enhances overall facial harmony and boosts confidence. The results are subtle, long-lasting, and designed to look completely natural, making it one of the most satisfying cosmetic procedures.
- Traditional Otoplasty: Corrects protruding or large ears by reshaping cartilage
and repositioning the ears closer to the head. - Ear Reduction Surgery: Reduces the size of overly large ears while maintaining
natural shape and proportion. - Ear Pinning: Adjusts protruding ears to sit closer to the head.
- Reconstructive Surgery: Corrects congenital deformities, trauma, or asymmetry
for functional and aesthetic improvement. - Minimal Incision Otoplasty: Uses smaller incisions for subtle reshaping
with minimal scarring.
The journey begins with a consultation to evaluate ear shape, size, and position, along with a discussion of aesthetic goals. A customized treatment plan ensures the procedure suits the patient’s facial features.
Surgery is performed under local or general anesthesia. Incisions are carefully placed behind or within the ears, allowing cartilage and skin to be reshaped, repositioned, or reduced. Sutures secure the new ear position and ensure stable, natural-looking results.
Recovery is straightforward, with most patients resuming daily activities within 1–2 weeks. Swelling and mild discomfort are common initially, but results become visible as healing progresses. Final outcomes reveal symmetrical, natural-looking ears that enhance overall facial harmony.
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Adults and children with protruding, large, or misshaped ears, or those seeking correction of congenital deformities, are ideal candidates.
It is commonly performed on children after age 5–6, when ear growth is mostly complete, and on adults of any age.
The procedure is performed under anesthesia, and mild discomfort during recovery is normal and manageable with medication.
Incisions are placed behind the ears or within natural folds, making scars almost invisible.
It typically lasts 1–2 hours depending on the complexity and technique.
Most patients return to normal activities within 7–14 days, while final results are visible after several weeks.
Yes, it provides long-lasting, natural results, though the natural aging process continues.
Yes, it is standard practice to perform surgery on both ears for symmetry and balance.
Yes, reconstructive surgery can reshape ears affected by birth defects, trauma, or injury.
Yes, when performed after age 5–6, it is safe and effective surgery for children with protruding or misshaped ears.
