Otoplasty
How can an Otoplasty enhance your life
From your Airpods to your favourite pair of earrings, your ears are among the most distinguished features of your facial anatomy – and worth feeling confident about! No matter your age, an otoplasty can provide remarkable facial transformation and make a profound difference in your confidence. We’re here to listen to your personal cosmetic goals, and to guide you along the path to exploring how an autoplasty can help you feel empowered every time you look in the mirror.
We all love a good listener – and with such a key role in your day-to-day live, you deserve to love everything about your ears. Otoplasty is a cosmetic procedure that corrects abnormalities in the ear. Many patients are unhappy about the size or shape of their ears. This is often a common complaint, especially in children. Some patients find that they are too large or too long. Sometimes, people may be born with ear defects or they might have a defect that was caused from trauma. No matter the cause, otoplasty is a procedure that can correct many unwanted cosmetic issues in the ears.
Is is right for You
Are you a good candidate for a Otoplasty
Otoplasty is a quick outpatient procedure that can be done on anyone unhappy about the appearance of their ears. One or more of these are common for candidates for otoplasty:
- Excessively large ears
- Ears that protrude from the skull abnormally
- Ears that look asymmetrical in one way
- Other cosmetic defects such as cauliflower ears
- Earlobes that have been damaged or are otherwise in poor condition
What can you expect on Otoplasty
Procedure
Your surgeon provides otoplasty that is customized to your anatomy and makes it possible for you to achieve rapid, transformational results. They’ll makes an incision hidden behind or within the ear. The incision can be made to remove excess cartilage and soft tissue that may Impair the ear obstructively. If the ear is missing normal folds, creases, or cartilage, these can easily be added by adding permanent sutures. In some cases, it may take several techniques to achieve the desired outcome
Recovery
After your otoplasty, special bandages will be wrapped around your ears to hold them in their new positions. Patients often experience moderate swelling and some bruising following ear surgery. For the first week, avoid vigorous activity. To minimize discomfort, patients can recline with their heads raised.
Your surgeon will remove the bands and inspect your ears within one week. Each patient’s recovery process is unique and can vary. However, you can expect to return to work and other light activities within one week. Although every patient is experiences something different, your results should be visible within two weeks.
Pre and Post Otoplasty Results
Be a New You with Otoplasty
All You Need to Know About Otoplasty
Otoplasty, or cosmetic ear surgery, is a procedure that is used to alter the position, shape, or size of the ears. At times, clients may opt for this procedure if they are unhappy with the way their ears “stick out”, or their asymmetry. Otoplasty is also performed to correct defects in the structure of the ear (congenital defects), or after trauma to the ear.
We are often asked ‘How much is otoplasty in Ontario?’
In Ontario, otoplasty is covered by OHIP until the age of 18. After the age of 18, the cost of surgery on both ears is upwards of $5000 including anesthesia depending on the exact procedure and whether skin or cartilage grafts are involved.
The cost of otoplasty in Canada varies widely. Generally, the cost is dependent upon the complexity of the case. It can range from $1700-7000.
Generally, the procedure takes 1-2 hours to complete.
Otoplasty is not considered to be a major surgery as it can be done in an outpatient facility as well as a hospital. Additionally, the procedure can be performed using local anesthetic, sedation or a general anesthetic depending on the complexity of the surgery.
After otoplasty, it is unlikely that the ears will “go back” to their normal position after surgery. It is normal, however, that they may move slightly after the surgery. The ears can move once the client stops wearing the protective headband. It is important to follow the post-surgery instructions to minimize any complications and to optimize your outcome.
A surgery like otoplasty helps restore an individual’s self-esteem and self-confidence. This is worth much more than dollars for some people and can make significant impact in their lives. The fact that it is a surgery with low risks and high success can tip the scale in its favour and make it even more worthwhile.
The side-effects of otoplasty are similar to any surgery. Post-surgery complications may include a risk of infection, bleeding, or scarring. Any potential side-effects will be discussed during the initial consultation appointment.
The headband should be worn for 6-8 weeks after surgery while you sleep or during any sports activities. This helps to prevent accidental injury to the area which could compromise the results.
It is best to take it easy after otoplasty so the healing and positioning, shape etc. of the ear is not compromised. However, most people can return to work after 1 week. Contact sports should be avoided for 1 month.
Wait 1-2 days after otoplasty surgery to shower. You should not wet your head or hair until the surgical bandages have been removed which is usually 8-10 days after surgery. To help keep the bandages dry, a shower cap may be worn.
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