Ear Pinning Surgery Info

Protruding ears or deformed ears are the result of genetics and can't be prevented. Sometimes, even an injury can significantly damage an ear to the point where it is clearly deformed. For these people, the endless stares and whispers can be both humiliating and painful. It's even worse for kids who have to endure name-calling, teasing, and ridicule. Don't put your kids through this sort of trauma if they have protruding or deformed ears. If you've got some flaws in your ear, you too can be healed in a matter of days.

Cosmetic ear surgery has been around for a while now and surgeons have already completed thousands of successful operations. That's because doctors have isolated the majority of defects to the cartilage (or lack of it) in the upper ear. The most common method for cosmetic ear surgery was an ear pinning technique. With this method, the ear is effectively drawn and held closer to the head, while the cartilage is reshaped and held together in a more pleasant form.

An ear pinning surgery can be done at your local surgeon's office. It's also performed as an outpatient procedure with only local anesthetics. The total length of the operation lasts about two and a half hours.

The surgery is performed under local anesthetic with sedatives for adults, and usually general anesthetic for children (unless they're exceptionally brave and calm). An incision shaped like an American football is made in the back of the ear. The skin is parted to reveal the underlying cartilage. This is when a suture is usually made to bring the ear closer to the head. Sometimes a greater shift can be achieved by cutting some of the cartilage away to provide more slack. Depending on the severity of the case, some permanent sutures may be required.

When the surgery is complete, the wound is closed and the ear is covered with a pressure bandage that goes around the entire head. The patient can get up and walk, but should be driven home by someone else. After a few days the large ungainly bandage is replaced with a light dressing. Stitches for the incision are removed after a few weeks along with the dressing. Most patients should return to school or work in a week, but should any activities that could bend the ear for a few months.

Compared to most other cosmetic surgeries, the complications for ear pinning surgery are few. Blood clots can arise but will disappear after a few weeks. They can also be removed with a needle if it's urgent.

Ear pinning surgery is a popular procedure for fixing an obvious ear defect. Patients are usually very happy with the results. Talk to a plastic surgeon today for more ear pinning surgery info. Such a simple procedure could change your life forever.