Mr Turlough Farnan
Ear Reshaping Surgery
Ear reshaping is a type of cosmetic surgery used to treat protruding ears. The operation is also known as Otoplasty or Pinnaplasty.
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Our team will support you through every stage, from your first enquiry to your recovery.
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Ear Reshaping Q&A
Knowing the answer to some common questions regarding ear reshaping surgery can help you feel prepared and more at ease.
Does the procedure require anaesthetic?
This procedure can be done as an out-patient under local anaesthetic and does not require general anaesthetic.
Will the procure be painful?
There will be a mild to moderate amount of pain and discomfort associated with the surgery. This is easily controlled with oral medications.
How should you sleep after surgery?
You should sleep with your head on a pillow in an elevated position for the first week after surgery. Try not to sleep on the side of your face.
What age can ears be pinned back?
The operation is usually carried out on children between the ages of five and fifteen years of age.
What is the recovery time?
You should rest and avoid strenuous activity in the first 2-3 weeks. The full effects of Pinnaplasty may not be visible until 6 weeks post surgery. Most patients make a quick recovery after surgery.
If you have a bandage around your head, keep it clean and dry. You will not be able to wash your hair until after the bandage has been removed.
You might need to wear a headband at night for several weeks to protect your ears while you sleep.
The stitches may come to the surface of the skin or make your ear feel tender. Treat any pain with painkillers, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen.
After 7 to 10 days: The bandage (if used) and stitches are removed (unless they’re dissolvable stitches).
After 1 to 2 weeks: Most children can return to school.
After 4 to 6 weeks: Swimming should be OK.
Around 12 weeks: Contact sports should be OK.
What are the side effects post surgery?
A small scar behind each ear, which will fade in time.
Sore and tender ears for the first few days.
Numbness or tingling in the ears for a few weeks.
Slight bruising around the ears for about 2 weeks.
Are there any risks or complications?
Ear correction surgery can occasionally cause:
• inflammation of the ear cartilage
• a blood clot in the skin of the ear
• stiff ears – it can take several months for them to become flexible again
• the ears no longer being symmetrical
• the surgery not being successful and the ears starting to protrude again
Any type of operation also carries a small risk of:
• excessive bleeding
• infection where the cut was made
• an allergic reaction to the anaesthetic
Your surgeon should explain how likely these risks and complications are and how they would be treated.