Otoplasty
Otoplasty is a set of different surgical techniques used to shape the cartilage of the ear. Its aim is to correct deformities and asymmetries to achieve facial harmony and thus regain self-confidence and self-assurance. This procedure is performed to correct prominent ears (also known as “lobster ears”), asymmetrical ears or congenital deformities. Once otoplasty is completed, the results are usually permanent, and the correction is usually long-lasting.
Features of surgery
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Is it possible to combine aesthetic medicine with facial surgery?
Great results can be achieved with small details such as those provided by aesthetic medicine. The key is to apply them in the right quantities and locations, and this can only be achieved if a correct initial diagnosis is made.
We will always carry out a comprehensive assessment of facial aesthetics, and you can choose from three paths:
With cosmetic surgery we can
Repositioning tissues that have fallen
Recover tissues that have atrophied over the years.
With aesthetic medicine we can
Correct small asymmetries with a high degree of detail that we cannot achieve with surgery.
Correct dynamic wrinkles with botulinum toxin.
Increase skin brightness with hydration and nutrition thanks to hyaluronic acid.
Don't you like your ears?
Frequently Asked Questions
First of all, we need to diagnose the structure of the ear to be modified, and then we can indicate the appropriate surgical technique.
- Loss of the antihelix fold: we treat it with the Mustardé technique
- Angle between the shell and the skull greater than 90º: we corrected it with the Furnas technique
- Excess shell: the Skoog technique is used for its correction
Good candidates for otoplasty are people of any age who are dissatisfied with the appearance of their ears and are physically healthy.
Recovery time varies depending on the patient and the extent of the procedure, but you can generally return to normal activities within one to two weeks.
The results of otoplasty are generally permanent and can significantly improve the patient's appearance and self-esteem.
As with any surgical procedure, there are potential risks, which may include recurrence or reappearance of the initial deformity, asymmetry, infection, hematomas, changes in sensation, and abnormal scarring. However, these risks are usually low when the surgery is performed by a qualified surgeon in an appropriate setting.
Otoplasty scars are usually minimal and tend to fade over time. Surgeons often make incisions in discreet areas, such as behind the ear, to minimize the visibility of scars.
Great results can be achieved with small details such as those provided by aesthetic medicine. The key is to apply them in the right quantities and locations, and this can only be achieved with a correct initial diagnosis.
When we carry out a comprehensive facial assessment, we may encounter cases that require only aesthetic medicine, others surgery and others, in the majority of cases, where both techniques are combined.
With cosmetic surgery we can:
- Repositioning tissues that have fallen
- Recover tissues that have atrophied over the years
With aesthetic medicine we can:
- Correct small asymmetries with a high level of detail that we cannot achieve with surgery
- Correcting dynamic wrinkles with botulinum toxin
- Increase skin brightness with hydration and nutrition thanks to hyaluronic acid
No, facial surgery does not usually change the expression of the face as an “accident” or “side effect” of the surgery. We will only change the expression if that is the OBJECTIVE. For example: in faces that express a feeling of sadness or tiredness, usually due to an extreme drooping of the side of the eyebrows or the lateral corner of the eyes. In these cases, their structure and position can be anatomically modified.
Postoperative
It depends on the technique used and the patient's genetic characteristics. Normally we are talking about 8 to 20 years, although this varies. It is very important to achieve natural results and adapt to the unique facial characteristics of each patient.
No. Facelift surgery only treats the superficial structures of the face.
After 3 months, the results are considered more or less stable and definitive after 12 months.
No. There is discomfort due to the initial inflammation, but with local cold and anti-inflammatories it remains a mild, punctual discomfort.
