Many people are unhappy with the look and shape of their ears. Maybe the size doesn’t suit their face. Maybe they protrude from their head more than they would like. Maybe their ear has had some trauma to change the way it naturally is supposed to be. While ears are not one of the first features someone notices about a person, they do frame your face and guide decisions about hairstyles and accessories, and they aid in the way we hear. People who are unhappy with the look of their ears feel just as self conscious as anyone else who is considering plastic surgery. There are many procedures for ear surgery offered by plastic surgeons.
- Ear Pinning or Ostoplasty. Ostoplasty is the reshaping of the ear. If the ear is large or shaped differently, the cartilage can be shaved and pinned to prevent ears from protruding.
- Earlobe Keyloid Treatment. If scarring after an ear piercing continues to grow, it can change the shape of the lobe and even overtake the ear. Some treatments can reshape the lobe to a more desirable size and shape.
- Earlobe Repair Surgery. An earlobe can be repaired after an injury like a tear related to a piercing.
- Cauliflower Ear Treatment. Trauma to the ear from athletics or accident may cause the ear to become misshapen. Treatment is important for ear function as well as aesthetics.
There are many avenues that can be taken to improve the look of the ear. Remember, the exterior of the ear is important to its function and should not be ignored as vanity. Be sure to do research to find an experienced and reputable plastic surgeon in your area.
Posted on behalf of:
Maurice M. Khosh, MD, FACS
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New York, NY 10065
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