Too large or too sharp ear angle is one of the most common ear deformities. In most cases, anthelix causes a deformed ear.
In the Buddhist school having protruding ears is a sign of high intelligence, in other cultures, it is often the case to ridicule people especially children at school, and embarrassed them. It sometimes can degrade them. Therefore, otoplasty is recommended in childhood (4-14 years old).
Adults who are dissatisfied with their ears’ shape and cover them with hair or a scarf can also do this to solve the problem.
Consequences of otoplasty:
Because this type of surgery corrects a visible deformity patients are very satisfied with the result. Correcting the ears’ shape has a great effect on improving a person’s appearance. Trying to achieve one hundred percent symmetry makes the ears look unnatural. Ears are never exactly alike, even in those who have beautiful ears and do not need surgery at all.
Risks of otoplasty:
The otoplasty risks are low, provided that the surgery is performed by a specialist physician (plastic surgeon) who has sufficient experience.
Among the notable risks are the following:
Bruising, hematoma, delayed and impaired wound healing, colloid, infection, sensory nerve damage.
Preoperative recommendations:
visit your ear specialist for an examination before surgery and tell your surgeon if you have any illnesses.
The use of drugs that have anticoagulant properties should be discontinued by consulting the physician at least 14 days before the surgery date.
Minimize nicotine and alcohol consumption 4 weeks before the surgery date
Be sure to tell your surgeon if you have any allergies or illnesses.
Be sure to tell your surgeon if you get bruises quickly with small bumps.
Postoperative recommendations:
You will have a head bandage for a week and then you will have to wear a headband for 2-3 weeks day and night.
Avoid painkillers with anticoagulant properties.
Sleep on your back in a semi-sitting position the first few nights after surgery.
The suture is pulled on day 7.
Avoid wetting the wound until the stitches are pulled.
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