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Procedure: | Set prominent ears back closer to the head, or reduce the size of large ears. Most often done on children between the ages of 4 and 14 years. Ear Surgery (Otoplasty) (Occasionally covered by insurance) |
Length: | 2 to 3 hours. |
Anesthesia: | Young children: usually general. Older children or adults: general or local, with sedation. |
In/outpatient: | Usually outpatient. |
Side effects: | Temporary throbbing, aching, swelling, redness, numbness. |
Risks: | Infection of cartilage. Excessive scarring. Blood clot that may need to be drained. Mismatched or artificial-looking ears. Recurrence of the protrusion, requiring repeat surgery. |
Recovery: | Back to work or school: five to seven days. Strenuous activity, contact sports: one to two months. |
Duration of Results: | Usually permanent. |
Actual patient photographs available at time of consult.
With your help, we can make ambitious innovations in clinical care and education for our community.