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Prominent Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)

Prominent ear surgery or Otoplasty provides a solution to the prominent ear problem. Prominent ear problems are common both in our country and in the world.

Prominent ear is not called a disease because it does not cause any dysfunction in the body. However, it causes an aesthetically undesirable appearance.

Thanks to the development of medicine, it is possible to get rid of this undesirable appearance with the help of simple techniques.

If prominent ears are not intervened, problems such as lack of self-confidence may occur in people. Since it also causes psychological problems, it is recommended to perform prominent ear surgery especially at a young age. After otoplasty, the self-confidence of the person returns and he can live a healthy social life.

What is Otoplasty?

Prominent ears, which are corrected with otoplasty surgery, are among the most common disorders seen in the ears. It is caused by the cartilages being loose. Prominent ear problems can also be seen due to insufficient ear folds.

Most of the time, the prominent ear is seen in both ears. It is rarely seen in a single ear. Women can reduce the appearance of prominent ears by opening their hair. However, men cannot do this.

For this reason, men usually apply for otoplasty surgery. Thanks to the possibilities provided by modern medicine, it is possible to get rid of this problem in a short time.

What causes Prominent Ear?

Before prominent ear surgery, it is useful to investigate the reason why the ears are prominent. This completely congenital problem occurs due to genetic reasons.

Especially people with prominent ears in their family will also have this problem themselves. The reasons for the formation of prominent ears, which are transferred in families, can be listed as follows:

  • The absence of folds in the upper part of the ear,
  • Ear lobe being flat as if ironed,
  • Loose ear cartilages,
  • Prominent ear becomes due to the wide-angle between the bone behind the ear and the auricle.

What are the problems caused by Prominent Ears?

Prominent ear surgery is usually performed to solve the aesthetic problems caused by this situation. This situation causes psychological problems in both men and women.

In people with prominent ears, obsessions up to the complex may occur. Prominent ears are perceived differently in different cultures. In Central Asia, this situation is considered sweet.

In our country, being with prominent ears is perceived as a situation to make fun of. This causes people to become depressed and have self-esteem problems. You can say goodbye to these thanks to otoplasty surgery.

How is Prominent Ear Surgery performed?

Prominent ear surgery is applied with a simple technique. It provides a simple solution to the prominent ear problem. It is also possible for school-age children.

There is no risk. It must be applied by a specialist. Since it is surgery, it should be done in hospital conditions. Prominent ear surgery can be performed under local anesthesia or general anesthesia, depending on the age of the patient.

The process is completed in an average of 45 minutes to 90 minutes, depending on the amount of protruding in the ear. The doctor can perform the procedure either in front of the ear or behind the ear wherever he wants.

What is the recovery time after Prominent Ear Surgery?

After otoplasty surgery, there is no harm in continuing a normal life. When looked from the outside, it is not understood that the person had surgery. It is a simple and fast process.

If general anesthesia was not applied to the patient during the operation, the patient can be discharged on the same day. Small incisions are made in the operation, but stitches are not required for this.

The recovery period in prominent ear surgery is a maximum of 1-2 weeks. You can wait 1 or 2 days after the operation and take a shower. At the latest, one week later, the person can return to his / her routine life without any problem.

In this process, the ear must be protected against external factors. Only in this way, the success of the operation is increased.

When this process is completed, the person will no longer have the appearance of prominent ears. The person has natural and beautiful ears and finally can experience psychological relief.

Can Prominent Ear Surgery be applied to children?

Prominent ear surgery can be performed on children. Prominent ear conditions should be determined by the family and the doctor.

Elastic bands should be used for a month or two under the doctor’s control. If this situation can be eliminated without surgery, then there will be no need for surgery. However, sometimes surgery is essential.

Although prominent ear surgery is known as a procedure applied to adults, it is more important and beneficial to apply to children. In this way, the children can grow without any self-confidence damage.

The best age for otoplasty surgery is between 4 and 6. It can be done to children who have completed ear development.

In this way, the child will not have a problem of being teased by his schoolmates because of his ears. Such a situation causes the child to experience trauma and these traces of trauma continue even into adulthood.

What is the process after Prominent Ear Surgery?

After prominent ear surgery, the bandage should be changed and a hairband should be worn before the ear is too tight. This band must be worn for 3 weeks.

Cartilage wants to return to its previous state after the procedure. This is prevented by the headband set. When the cartilage starts to harden, it is in its new place.

Hairbands will also have the effect of reducing edema that may occur after ear aesthetics. The swelling resolves more quickly. While sleeping, pillow rubbing and straining on the ear is prevented.

There may be a problem of numbness in the ear for a week or two. This is completely normal. It is useful to avoid hair drying and blow-drying processes during the healing process.

Are there any scars after Prominent Ear Surgery?

After prominent ear surgery, the scars remain behind the auricle. This place of the incision is not clear when looking at the head from the back.

Only if the ear is deliberately pulled out, then a scar can be seen. This scar will become less noticeable over time. It becomes almost indistinct between 6 and 12 months and disappears.

What problems may occur after Prominent Ear Surgery?

Prominent ear surgery is not a risky procedure, but it includes the risks involved in every surgery. Bleeding problems may occur after each surgery. There may be a problem with blood congestion in the ear.

This situation is easily determined by the expert and the blood can be drained with an injector. The risk of developing an infection in cartilage tissue is almost nonexistent.

The possibility of the situation decreases with the taking of the measures. If the specialist who will perform prominent ear surgery is chosen well, necessary measures are already taken against these risks.

Sometimes stitches placed in the ear after surgery can come out by making acne. In such a case, you should consult your doctor.

Bandage changing is done and stitches are taken from the area after cleaning. There is no harm in removing the stitches. The ear has already taken its final form.

How to prepare for Prominent Ear Surgery?

Aspirin and similar drugs should be stopped in preparation for prominent ear surgery. If you take a medication regularly, your doctor should be consulted before stopping this medication.

Smokers should not smoke before and after the operation. Do not put make-up on, and make sure you go to the operation wearing comfortable clothes. Women also can undergo prominent ear surgery during menstruation, there is no problem with that.

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