| ear
surgery overview (otoplasty)
|
| introduction
to ear surgery (otoplasty) |
ear surgery
can reduce the size or prominence of one or both ears,
and frequently boosts self esteem |
| variations
and techniques |
variations
include surgery to reduce large ears, large earlobes,
or to reshape the cartilage |
| incision
placement & ear surgery details |
incisions
are behind the ear,and behind the ear in the crease where
the ear meets the scalp |
| anesthesia
for otoplasty |
local with
IV sedation or general anesthesial for children |
| surgical
facility |
usually outpatient
surgery center |
| length of
surgery |
1 to 3 hours |
| discomfort
|
mild
to moderate |
| what to expect
after ear surgery |
swelling,
bruising, discomfort; back to work/school within 1 week |
| risks of
otoplasty (ear surgery) |
infection,
hematoma (blood collection), asymmetry, need for further
surgery |
| often
combined with... |
usually
performed alone, but sometimes combined with nose
surgery |
| cost (surgeon's
fee) |
$2000 to
$5000 |
| duration
of results |
results are
permanent |
| insurance
for otoplasty |
may (rarely)
apply if ear deformity is from birth, disease, or injury |
