Ear Surgery/Otoplasty

This procedure sets prominent ears back closer to the head, or reduces the size of large ears, most often done on children between the ages of 4 and 14 years.

Incisions are made around the ear, excess cartilage is removed, and the remainder of the cartilage reshaped to achieve the desired contour.

A bandage will remain over the ear for about one week. Scars usually lie in the ears's natural creases. Post-operative swelling after removal of the bandage will disappear within a few days.

The procedure takes from 1 - 2 hours and is performed under local or general anaesthetic.