Otoplasty (Ear Surgery) is a surgery on prominent ears. This Practice has been widely used for several years in plastic surgery.

Am I a good candidate for otoplasty?
You should consider it if you want to end a physical complex, that often goes back to your childhood.
The minimum age required is 8 years old, when the cranial growth is complete.
Required conditions: none

How is the surgery performed?

The ear malformation comes from an imperfection in the plication of the cartilage.
The aim of the surgery is to sculpt the cartilage to give it a normal shape by weakening it in various places, and then to link the auricle to the skull by stitches.
The scar will be placed behind the ear so almost invisible.

•    In the country where the surgery is performed

During your hospitalization the surgeon and his staff monitor to ensure there are no complications occurring. A few follow-up visits are also necessary during the required recovery period (usually about 4 to 5 days), they take place directly at your hotel.
 
•    After you get back to your homeland

During your first week back home your surgeon may stay in close contact with you either by phone, mail or webcam. Your surgeon may also collaborate with your own doctor to ensure your recovery is normal.

Your surgeon will inform you of all the risks involved during your first discussions but also every time you will have a question. You will be then asked to sign a consent form which contains all the details of the whole surgery procedure.
 
Medical literature lists some of the following potential complications (apart from the ones directly linked to anesthesia):
- hematoma: a slight bleeding might occur and would require to remove the head dressing and another surgery

- infection